Arranging your Student visa

Students from assessment level 1 and 2 countries can apply for their student visa after they have paid the required fees to their education provider.  Once we receive payment of your initial fees (as specified on your Offer of Admission) we will issue you with an eCoE (electronic confirmation of enrolment) which is the document you are required to submit with your visa application. 

Students from assessment level 3 and 4 countries are required to undertake a Pre-Visa Assessment (PVA) before they can pay any fees to their education provider. The Pre-Visa Assessment process involves a number of checks which may include medical, character and financial checks.  The timing of these checks varies from country to country.  Once your PVA is complete you will be advised whether you can proceed to pay your fees and obtain an eCoE (electronic confirmation of enrolment) which is required for the second stage of your visa application. 

Please note that you should not pay your tuition fees or make any commitments concerning your travel to Australia until you receive your PVA Letter.

As the eCoE is lodged electronically please ensure the details of where you will be applying for your student visa are included with your Acceptance of Offer form.

If you are intending to apply for your visa at a DIMIA office in Australia you will need to provide your passport and visa number.  Please note that it may not be possible to change from a tourist or other type of visa to a student visa once you are in Australia.

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