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Study in Australia

Study in Australia from Nepal

Strong universities, 48 hours of work a fortnight, and up to 3 years to work after you graduate.

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Student visaCost of studying

The numbers that matter

Processing time

16 days

Half of Higher Education Sector applications are decided within 16 days; 90% within 4 months.

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Visa fee

A$2,500

Base application charge for the Student visa (subclass 500).

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Money to show

A$29,710/year

12-month living costs for the student, plus your first year's course fees and travel.

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Work while studying

48 hrs/fortnight

While your course of study is in session.

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Stay after graduating

2–3 years

Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), Post-Higher Education Work stream, depending on your qualification. You must be 35 or under.

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How the process works

Studying in Australia means a Student visa (subclass 500), a course registered for international students, and proof that you can pay your fees and living costs. Here is the process from Nepal, step by step.

  1. Get your offer and Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)

    Accept your offer and pay your deposit. Your university then issues a CoE, which you need for the visa application.

  2. Buy health cover and prepare your money

    Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover for your stay, and get evidence of AUD 29,710 for a year of living costs plus your first year's fees and travel.

  3. Take an approved English test

    Most degree applicants need IELTS 6.0 or PTE Academic 50. Take the test at a centre: at-home online versions are not accepted.

  4. Apply online through ImmiAccount

    Apply from outside Australia, pay the AUD 2,500 charge, then give biometrics and do a health check if you are asked.

Key rules to know

RuleWhat it means
Bringing family

Most applicants can no longer include family

From 2 October 2026, most Student visa applicants cannot include a partner or children, including when applying for a further Student visa. Applications made before that date follow the old rules.

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English level

IELTS 6.0 or PTE Academic 50

Lower scores (IELTS 5.5 or 5.0) are accepted only with 10 or 20 weeks of English study (ELICOS) first. At-home online tests such as IELTS Online are not accepted.

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Health insurance

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

You must hold OSHC for your whole stay unless you fall in an exemption category.

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Genuine Student requirement

Show that study is your main reason

You must show you understand that studying in Australia is the primary reason for your Student visa.

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Confirmation of Enrolment

A valid CoE for each course

You must be enrolled and hold a valid Confirmation of Enrolment when the visa is decided.

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Intakes

  1. 1

    February

    February – March

    The main intake (Semester 1), with the widest choice of courses.

  2. 2

    July

    July

    Semester 2, offered by most universities.

  3. 3

    November

    November

    Offered by some universities for selected courses.

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Common questions

How much is the Australia student visa fee from Nepal?
The Student visa (subclass 500) costs from AUD 2,500. You also pay for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), which you must hold for your whole stay.
How much money do I need to show for an Australian student visa?
AUD 29,710 for 12 months of living costs, plus your first year's course fees and travel costs. If your course is shorter than 12 months, the amount is worked out pro rata.
Can I work while studying in Australia?
Yes. You can work up to 48 hours a fortnight while your course is in session.
Can I bring my husband or wife on an Australian student visa?
For applications made on or after 2 October 2026, most Student visa applicants can no longer include family members. Check the Home Affairs changes page to see whether an exemption applies to you before you plan.

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