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Australia Student Visa from Dubai, UAE

Study in Australia with post-study work rights under the subclass 485.

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Processing time
Around 4 to 16 weeks depending on the sector and provider
Indicative cost
The student-visa application charge rose in 2025; budget separately for tuition and living costs; verify current figures before applying
Family
Spouse & children included
Apply from
Dubai / UAE

Student visa (subclass 500)

The Student visa (subclass 500) is one of the routes UAE residents use to reach Australia. This page sets out who the route is for, the eligibility criteria, the documents you will need, indicative costs and timelines, and the step-by-step process, so you can decide whether it fits your situation before you commit.

Study in Australia with post-study work rights under the subclass 485. If you are applying from Dubai or anywhere in the Emirates, The Migration Station can assess your profile honestly and prepare a complete, well-evidenced application.

Who the Australia Student Visa is for

Students with an offer from a recognised Australian institution

Applicants who can fund tuition and living costs

Those seeking post-study work and long-term pathways

Australia Student Visa: eligibility requirements

  • A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a registered (CRICOS) provider
  • A Genuine Student (GS) statement, which replaced the Genuine Temporary Entrant test
  • Evidence of financial capacity meeting the current savings requirement
  • An offer of admission from a recognised Australian institution
  • Proof of funds for tuition and living costs
  • Language proficiency such as IELTS or TOEFL where required
  • Genuine-student intent supported by your study plan

Documents usually needed

Valid passport and recent passport photographs
UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copies
Completed application forms for the chosen route
Offer or acceptance letter from your institution
Educational transcripts and certificates
Language test results where required
Proof of tuition payment and living-cost funds
Statement of purpose and study plan

Exact requirements depend on your route and are confirmed at your assessment.

Benefits of the Australia Student Visa

World-class education

Study at globally ranked Australian institutions across a wide range of fields.

Work while you study

Part-time work rights during study and post-study work options after graduation for many programmes.

Family included

Bring your spouse and dependent children, with rights to live, work and study in Australia.

Guided, end-to-end support

A dedicated case manager helps with your documents, forms and submissions from the first assessment to a decision.

The Australia Student Visa process, step by step

  1. 1

    Free eligibility assessment

    We evaluate your profile against every Australia student visa route and confirm the strongest, most realistic pathway for you.

  2. 2

    Strategy & document checklist

    Your case manager maps out the route, timeline and exact documents you need, tailored to your situation.

  3. 3

    Preparation & evidence

    We help you gather, organise and verify your evidence so your file is complete, consistent and compliant.

  4. 4

    Application & submission

    We complete and lodge your application, then track its progress and respond to any requests from the authorities.

  5. 5

    Decision & relocation

    On approval we support your biometrics, landing and first steps settling into Australia.

Australia Student Visa: frequently asked questions

Many graduates qualify for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), which grants post-study work rights. The length depends on your qualification and there are age limits, so we confirm your eligibility before you commit to a course.

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