Why might someone need a Student Extension Visa?

• An unexpected trip back home.
• Health problems.
• Changing the course of study.
• Personal emergencies.
• Mental health challenges like loneliness or depression.
• Sudden financial issues.

Here’s the Visawizer’s guide to get your extended student visa:

🔹 Basic Eligibility

• Be at least 6 years old.
• Enroll in a full-time registered course.
• Present a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) when you apply.

🔹 Age & Course Considerations

• The break between two courses shouldn’t be more than 2 months, unless it’s a year-end gap.
• If you’re under 18, ensure you have proper welfare arrangements. Need more info? Chat with us at Visawizer!

🔹 English Proficiency

• Depending on where you’re from, you might need to prove your English skills.
• Recent scores from IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge English, PTE Academic, or the Occupational English Test will do.
• Some students might be exempt from this test.

🔹 Health & Character

• Get an Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
• Meet health and character requirements.

🔹 Financial Proof

• Show you have the means to support your studies and stay.

🔹 Processing Time

• It varies! It might take:
  • 29 to 42 days for Higher Education Sector applications.
  • 43 to 77 days for Vocational Education and Training Sector applications.

🔹 Cost

• Main Fee: Consult with Visawizer
• Additional fees apply for extra applicants or subsequent applications.

Benefits? With this visa

• Dive into your chosen course in Australia.
• Take breaks and travel in and out of the country.
• Work up to 40 hours during your course duration.
• Include your family in your plans!