Applying for a student visa

Follow the tips below to help you apply for a student visa to come to Australia.

Confirmation of Enro​lment with the correct start date

If you want to apply for a student visa you need to provide a current Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) with the date your course

If the course start date has passed, you must submit an updated CoE​ with the new course start date.

Provide translated copies of all documents​

If any of your required documentation is not in English, you will need to include a translation as well as a copy of the original. Each translated document must include in English the translator's credentials.

Get your health assessment done quickly

You may be required to undergo a health assessment to make sure you meet Australia's health requirements. If you complete your health assessment quickly you will get a faster decision on your visa application.

Complete your biometrics quickly

Once you have submitted your visa application, you may need to provide biometric data (photo and fingerprints). You will need to travel to a nominated biometric collection centre.