What kinds of work will count toward my permitted working hours on an Australian student visa?
Paid employment, casual and part-time work, hours across multiple employers, remote or online paid work, overtime and paid training generally all count toward your permitted work hours. Compulsory placements or work-based training that form part of your course may be exempt, where applicable. Keep records and check the official rules.
Most paid work counts toward your permitted working hours on an Australian student visa, including casual jobs, multiple employers and remote work. Some compulsory work that forms part of your course may be exempt, so check the official visa rules.
What Generally Counts
| Type of work | Counts toward the limit? |
|---|---|
| Paid employment for an employer | Yes |
| Casual and part-time work | Yes, hours are included |
| More than one employer | Yes, all hours are combined |
| Remote, online or freelance paid work | Generally yes |
| Overtime and paid training | Yes |
| Compulsory placements or internships that are part of your course | May be exempt, where applicable |
Staying Within the Limit
- Keep accurate records of your hours across every job.
- Add up hours from all employers together, not job by job.
- Check the official government visa page for the current limit before you accept shifts.
My Advice
Track your hours every week in one place, including online work, so you never exceed the limit by accident. If a placement is part of your course, ask your institution and confirm the rule on the official visa page.
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