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Studying in Australia

The figures that decide most applications, from official sources. Guide checked 24 September 2026.
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Money you must showAUD 29,710 for 12 months of living costs
Unchanged since 10 May 2024. Tuition and travel are additional.
Source: Study Australia (Austrade), checked 24 September 2026
Visa feeAUD 2,500
From 1 July 2026, up from AUD 2,000. Was AUD 710 two years ago.
Source: Study Australia, published 3 July 2026, checked 24 September 2026
Work while you study48 hours a fortnight when the course is in session, unlimited during breaksSource: Migration Regulations 1994, Schedule 8, condition 8105, checked 24 September 2026
Stay after you graduateSubclass 485, 2-3 years for degree level, up to 18 months vocational. Age 35 or under.Source: Study Australia, checked 24 September 2026