Applying for this visa
Complete applications
When you lodge your application, it is important that you include all the required documents with your application. Lodging a complete application assists case officers to quickly process your application.
If you cannot provide all the supporting documentation when you lodge your visa application, tell the department which documents are missing and when you expect to be able to provide them. Incomplete applications may be delayed or, in some cases, refused.
See: Application Checklist Higher Education visa (Subclass 573) Assessment Level 1 (77KB PDF file)
Passport details
Your visa will be linked to the passport number you used in your application. You must use the same passport to travel to and from Australia. Your passport should be valid for at least six months from the time you lodge the application.
Important: To avoid significant delays at your departure point for Australia, you must advise the department of new passport details before you travel to Australia.
Application charge
You must pay a charge when you lodge your application.
See: Fees & Charges
Other costs
There may also be other costs associated with the application, such as translating documents into English. You will also need to pay for any medical examinations.
If required, you may also need to provide a police check. Charges for obtaining police checks vary in each country. When required to obtain your own police checks, you are personally responsible for all arrangements and charges.
How to apply
You can apply online, by mail or by courier.
See: How To Apply