Click Migration

International students planning to study in Australia

Student visa

A clear path to studying in Australia

Study in Australia with clear guidance on courses, COE, and GTE requirements.

Whether you are planning your first student visa or need help with a course change, we walk you through every step — from choosing the right course to preparing your Genuine Temporary Entrant statement.

  • Registered Migration Agent · MARN 1801563
  • Registered migration agent · Perth · since 2018
  • Published consultation fees
  • Fees agreed before application work
  • Direct access to your agent — no call centre

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International students studying together on an Australian university campus

At a glance

Quick summary

Visa type
Temporary
Permanent / temporary
Temporary
Sponsor required
No
Work rights
Limited — conditions apply
Family included
May be possible
Processing time
Varies — check current guidance
Citizenship pathway
May exist via other visas

Pathway fit

Is this visa right for you?

Use this checklist as a starting point — a consultation confirms what applies to your circumstances.

Ideal if you

  • You hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) or are selecting a CRICOS course

  • You can explain your study plans genuinely (GTE)

  • You understand financial and English requirements for your course

Consider another pathway if

  • You primarily want to work rather than study

  • Your course does not align with your background without clear explanation

Benefits

What you gain

Key outcome 1

Understand course, COE, and enrolment requirements before you commit

Key outcome 2

Prepare a Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement that reflects your situation accurately

Key outcome 3

Know what evidence to gather and how your application will be assessed

Requirements

Eligibility

Key requirements explained in plain language — not just bullet points.

Age limits vary by visa subclass. Some skilled visas have upper age limits; others do not. We confirm the requirement for your intended pathway.

How it works

Step-by-step process

A structured approach from first consultation through to decision.

  1. Consultation & assessment

    We review your study goals, current circumstances, and any prior visa history to identify realistic student visa options.

  2. Course and pathway advice

    You receive plain-language guidance on course selection, COE requirements, and the evidence Home Affairs expects.

  3. Fee agreed

    You'll know the fee before any work begins — no surprises.

  4. Preparation & lodgement

    We prepare and lodge your application and support you through departmental processing with clear updates.

Preparation

Required documents

Typical evidence categories — your checklist is tailored during consultation.

Identity

  • Passport biodata page

    Confirms identity and nationality for all applicants.

  • National identity documents

    Supports identity where passport alone is insufficient.

  • Birth certificate

    Required for family members and some identity checks.

Employment

  • Employment contracts and references

    Demonstrates skilled employment history and role duties.

  • Payslips or business records

    Corroborates employment dates and income claims.

  • Detailed CV

    Provides a structured summary of qualifications and experience.

Education

  • Qualifications and transcripts

    Verifies academic credentials for skills and points claims.

  • Skills assessment outcome

    Mandatory for many skilled pathways before lodgement.

English

  • English test results

    Proves language ability at the required level for your visa.

  • Exemption evidence

    Required if claiming an English language exemption.

Relationship

  • Marriage or relationship certificates

    Establishes legal status for partner and family visas.

  • Joint financial and household evidence

    Demonstrates genuine ongoing relationship.

Financial

  • Bank statements

    Shows capacity to support yourself and dependants where required.

  • Sponsor financial documents

    Required for sponsored visas with financial obligations.

Health

  • Medical examination results

    Issued after completing required health checks.

Police

  • Police certificates

    Required from each country where you lived 12+ months since turning 16.

Transparency

Costs

Government charges, professional fees, and other costs — never hidden.

Government fees

  • Visa application charge payable to Home Affairs (varies by subclass)

  • Additional charges for included family members where applicable

Professional fees

  • Fixed consultation fee — published on our fees page

  • Case fee quoted in writing after consultation — agreed before work begins

Skills assessment

  • Assessing authority fees where a skills assessment is required

English tests

  • English language test fees (IELTS, PTE, or other accepted tests)

Medical

  • Health examinations charged by panel physicians when required

Police certificates

  • Police certificate fees from relevant countries

Translations

  • Accredited translation and certification costs if documents are not in English

Other costs

  • Document certification, couriers, and third-party verification where applicable

Government charges change periodically. We confirm current fees during your consultation. No application work begins until professional fees are agreed in writing.

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Timelines

Processing times

Processing times change and depend on visa type, caseload, and completeness of your application. We provide realistic context during your consultation.

  1. Consultation & strategy

    1 session

  2. Document preparation

    Varies by matter

  3. Lodgement

    After fee agreement

  4. Departmental processing

    Per current Home Affairs guidance

No migration agent can guarantee approval dates. Departmental processing times are indicative only and vary by individual circumstances.

Avoid delays

Common mistakes

Issues we see often — and how structured preparation helps avoid them.

Weak GTE narrative

A GTE statement must genuinely reflect your circumstances. Generic or inconsistent explanations are a common refusal reason.

Insufficient financial evidence

You must demonstrate capacity to cover tuition, living costs, and travel. Evidence must align with your stated circumstances.

Course change without advice

Changing course or provider can affect your visa. Always seek advice before making enrolment changes.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

33 common questions about this pathway and our process.

A Genuine Temporary Entrant assessment considers whether you genuinely intend to stay temporarily in Australia for study. We help you prepare evidence that reflects your situation accurately.

Personal service

Why choose Click Migrations

A boutique migration practice — direct communication with your registered agent.

  • Direct access to your registered migration agent — not a call centre.

  • Plain-language advice tailored to your circumstances.

  • Fees agreed in writing before application work begins.

  • Structured preparation with clear document guidance.

  • Ongoing support through departmental processing.

  • Boutique practice — personal guidance from first consultation to decision.

  • Transparent pricing with published consultation fees.

  • Consultations available in English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Scope

What we help with

Expertise-first advice — clear on requirements, realistic on timelines, and transparent on fees before application work begins.

  • First-time and subsequent student visa applications

  • Course changes and course progress issues

  • GTE statement preparation

  • Document checklists and evidence review

  • Application lodgement and post-lodgement advice

Client journeys

Success stories

Real situations — outcomes vary and are never guaranteed.

Student visa pathway

Situation
A client sought guidance on student visa requirements.
Challenge
They were unsure which evidence was required and how long the process would take.
Solution
We assessed their circumstances in a consultation, provided a structured checklist, and agreed fees before any application work.
Outcome
They proceeded with clear next steps and structured preparation — without implied guarantees about approval.

Consultation outcome

Situation
A client needed plain-language advice before committing to application costs.
Challenge
Previous research online left them confused about eligibility and timelines.
Solution
We explained requirements in plain English, outlined realistic pathways, and answered questions directly.
Outcome
They understood their options and could make an informed decision about whether to proceed.

Ready to find out if you're eligible?

Book a consultation to review your circumstances with a registered migration agent. You'll receive honest advice, realistic timelines, and a clear fee quote before any application work begins.

  • Eligibility review for your circumstances

  • Visa pathway advice in plain English

  • Risk identification and realistic timelines

  • Your questions answered directly

  • Clear next steps and fee quote if you proceed

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