Australia student visa from India
Indian students need the Student visa (subclass 500). Apply after receiving CoE; apply well before course start. Must apply from outside Australia (from 2 Oct 2026); the fee is A$2,500 (about ₹1.7 lakh). Below are the steps and documents, checked against official sources.
Student visa: the essentials
- Visa
- Student visa (subclass 500)
- Fee
- A$2,500 (about ₹1.7 lakh)
- When to apply
- After receiving CoE; apply well before course start. Must apply from outside Australia (from 2 Oct 2026).
- Interview / biometrics
- Biometrics usually needed; health checks; officers may call for an interview.
Australia visa documents checklist
One accountable person, and a plan you can see.
- Total cost in rupees before you commit, including living costs
- Regular updates from the same counsellor
- Safety, accommodation and support after arrival planned in advance
Shortlist, applications, SOP, funds and visa, with one counsellor for the whole intake.
Questions families ask
Which visa do Indian students need for Australia?
The Student visa (subclass 500).
What is the genuine student check?
Genuine Student requirement: show study in Australia is the main purpose of the visa.
Can Unithink file my visa?
Your counsellor prepares and reviews every document with you and books your appointment; you submit and attend in person where required.
Sources
- Home Affairs: Student visa (subclass 500)
- Migration Amendment Regulations 2026 explanatory statement (VAC A$2,500)
- Home Affairs: Changes to Student visa rules from 2 Oct 2026
Rules change. Always confirm on the official page before you apply.
Plan your Australia admission.
The first consultation is free. Leave your number and a counsellor will call you back, usually the same working day (Monday to Saturday).
Prefer WhatsApp? Message a counsellor →