485 Visa New Rules 2026: What Has Changed for Temporary Graduates
The 485 visa rules in 2026: two charge rises, the onshore Student visa bar and an announced family member restriction, with what is law and what is not.
Student Visas
Guides on Australian student visas, genuine student requirements, post-study work visas and graduate pathways.
Student Visa Refusal Rates in Australia: What the 2026 Data Shows
Australia refused 21.8% of student visa decisions in 2025-26, the highest in data back to 2005-06. The figures by year, sector and country, plus review rights.
Student Visa Dependent Family Rules in Australia: Who Can Still Bring Family
From 2 October 2026 most Student visa applicants cannot include a partner or children. The four exemptions, the Pacific and ASEAN rule and who is protected.
Student Visa Changes in Australia: What Changed on 2 October 2026
From 2 October 2026 most temporary visa holders must apply for a Student visa offshore. The 17 barred visa classes, the onshore exemptions, where you stand.
Student Visa (Subclass 500) Financial Requirements 2026: How Much You Need
How much money you need for a Subclass 500 student visa in 2026: AUD $29,710 living costs plus fees and travel, proof of funds rules and refusal traps explained.
Student Visa Work Hours in Australia: The 48-Hour Fortnight Cap Explained
How many hours can a Subclass 500 student work in Australia? The 48-hour fortnight cap, exceptions, condition 8105, and the funds you must show, explained.
407 Training Visa Changes 2026 Australia
Transition from graduation to full-time work in Australia with the Post Study Work Visa (subclass 485). This guide explains eligibility requirements, visa streams, application steps, work rights, and how to turn your graduate visa into a pathway toward permanent residency.
485 Visa Fee Doubled to $4,600: What Graduates Need to Know in 2026
The Biggest Fee Jump in Graduate Visa History From 1 March 2026, the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) application fee
From Graduation to Work: Applying for the Post Study Work Visa Australia
Transition from graduation to full-time work in Australia with the Post Study Work Visa (subclass 485). This guide explains eligibility requirements, visa streams, application steps, work rights, and how to turn your graduate visa into a pathway toward permanent residency.
Australia Introduces Genuine Student (GS) Requirement for Student Visas
On December 11, 2023, the Australian Government revealed its Migration Strategy detailing modifications to the procedure for applying for student visas. Starting March 23, 2024, the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) criterion will be replaced with a new requirement called the Genuine Student (GS) test for submissions of Student visa (subclass 500) applications.