What is the current situation for studying in Australia?
24 Aug 2026 · Answered by Gangadhara N S · 1 min read
Australia remains open to international students, but Indian applicants should expect longer student visa processing times due to stricter Evidence Level 3 (EL3) checks.
- Visa processing: 50% of Subclass 500 visas are processed within 35 days, 90% within 61 days, but for Indian applicants, it may take 8 - 10 weeks or more.
- Financial requirement: For 2026 - 2027, you must show AUD 29,710/year for living expenses (plus more for dependents).
- Work rights: Up to 48 hours/fortnight during sessions, unlimited during breaks.
Apply at least 12 weeks before your course orientation to avoid delays.
Not sure which documents your Australian visa needs?
Interview prep, funds proof and timelines. Get a checklist for your case.
4.7/5 Google
🎓 25K+ admits
Get My Visa ChecklistRelated topics
More Student visa questions
- Is a loan sanction letter from the government regulated Indian Bank accepted for a UK student visa application?
- How much bank balance is needed for an Italy student visa after failing math in 12th grade?
- Can I call my husband on a dependent visa after I go on a student visa for my masters abroad in UK/Ireland?
- Is it possible for my son, who is currently in twelfth grade, to study in New Zealand next year for a Diploma?
- Which countries have less strict or different financial requirements compared to New Zealand, especially regarding funding duration?
- Can other family members act as financial sponsors if my father’s income is insufficient in Germany?
- Is it necessary to include a cover letter explaining my financial arrangement, which combines a loan and personal savings, for my German student visa application?
- Can you track an Employment Pass application on the MOM portal when your employer files it?
More Australia questions
- What are the options for pursuing a master's in psychology or clinical psychology given my bachelor's background in biology in Australia/Canada?
- Can I apply for a master's program in Australia immediately after completing my bachelor's at age 25?
- How does the show money requirement work for Australia visa applications?
- Will freelancing work experience be considered as a gap or as valid work experience for admissions in Ireland/Australia for a Master's?
- What are the visa application chances and procedures for USA compared to Australia?
- Is it better to apply for UK or consider other countries for my master's in business analytics in Australia/Canada?
- Which universities in Australia offer MS International Business for a B.Tech Product Design Engineering graduate and IELTS 7.5?
- What is the cost and budget criteria for studying in UK, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and Singapore for a Master's?
🎓 Not sure what your Australian visa needs? Get My Checklist