Student Visa (Subclass 500)
At Oceania Immigration Advisory, based right here in Point Cook, Melbourne, we specialise in guiding international students through the process of securing the Student Visa (Subclass 500). Whether you're starting a diploma, a bachelor’s degree, or a research program—this visa is your key to studying, working part-time, and living in Australia legally while you learn.
- ✅ What Is the Student Visa (Subclass 500)?
- Study full-time at a registered education institution in Australia
- Work part-time while your course is in session (and full-time during breaks)
- Bring eligible family members with you
- Live in Australia for the duration of your course (up to 5 years)
This visa allows you to come to Australia for:
🛬 Who Can Apply?
You can apply if you’re:
- Be enrolled in a CRICOS-registered course
- Hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- Be at least 6 years old (with special rules for school-age students)
- Meet English language requirements
- Satisfy the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) criteria
- Have sufficient financial means to support yourself during your stay
- Meet health and character checks
✅ Benefits of a Student Visa
Work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying
- Work full-time during holidays
- Bring your partner or children on a dependent visa
- Access Australia’s world-class education system
- Live, study, and work in vibrant cities like Melbourne, which is ranked among the best student cities globally
📌 What Can You Study?
You can apply for this visa to study:
- Primary or Secondary school
- Vocational Education and Training (VET)
- Higher Education (Diplomas, Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD)
- ELICOS (English Language Courses)
- Non-award foundation or bridging courses
🗂️ Key Documents Required
When applying, you’ll typically need to provide:
💼 Can You Work While Studying?
Yes. With a Subclass 500 visa:
📍 Why Choose OIA in Point Cook?
We understand how overwhelming visa applications can feel—especially when your future depends on it. At OIA, we take the stress off your shoulders:
Meet Raman Doegar – Your Registered Migration Agent
With over 20 years of Australian experience and a personal journey that began as a student, Raman Doegar (MARN: 1797422) knows the system inside out. He’s helped hundreds of students begin their educational journeys in Australia.
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Raman Doegar
Oceania Immigration Advisory Pvt. Ltd is a private immigration consultant organisation founded by Mr. Raman Doegar, a registered migration agent (MARN: 1797422 ) with Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) and a Member of Migration Institute of Australia(MIA). A master in his field and passionately dedicated to it, Mr. Raman provides comprehensive and personalized services to his clients. Raman moved to Australia in 1999 as a student and completed his education from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University (RMIT University) in the field of Bachelors of Applied Science-Hospitality Management. He held various senior leadership and management oles in the hotel industry especially in 5-star properties for over 15 years. Raman has over 9 years of experience in the education sector delivering education services in the field of Business and Hospitality across diverse courses ranging from diploma to bachelors level and in the range of RTOs and Universities.
📞 Let’s Get Started
Thinking of applying? Not sure which stream is right for you? Book a free initial consultation with our registered migration expert Raman Doegar (MARN: 1797422). 📍 Office: Point Cook, Melbourne 📞 Call: +61 400-773-112 📧 Email: info@oceaniaadvisory.com.au