Immigration Lawyers Sydney to apply for Student Visas

There are many people who choose to study in Australia. This can be at any level of education, from primary to university level.

Permanent residents can usually study in Australia without restriction. The children of permanent residents have the same access to education. But other visitors to Australia require a Visa to study at an Australian Institution.

The student Visa is the Subclass 500. The details are as follows:

• The individual must be over 6 years of age. There is no upper age limit.
• The individual may stay up to 5 years in Australia, in line with the course of study. After this, they may stay longer with a Graduate Skilled Post Study Work Visa.
• Normally students can work part-time while they study. This means 20 hours per week (actually 40 hours over two-week intervals). This has been temporarily changed to allow unlimited hours.
• Members of the immediate family (spouse and dependent children) can accompany the student.
• Family members may also work for 40 hours for each two-week period.
• The student and their family may travel to and from Australia as often as required.

The Subclass 500 Visa requires:

• Enrollment in an eligible Australian Education institute.
• A genuine intent to study in the country on a temporary basis.
• Higher education often requires an IELTS language test or equivalent. The required IELTS result varies with the level of study.
• Be covered by Overseas Student Health Cover for the full length of their stay.
• Sufficient funds to cover airfares, tuition fees, and other general living costs.

The student Visa is for those who have a genuine desire to study in Australia, and perhaps apply for permanent residency when they have graduated. It is not intended for individuals who are only trying to extend their stay in Australia.

The course of study undertaken should match the applicant’s educational background and employment situation. This will require documentation including a written statement by the individual applicant.

Skill Immigration Lawyer Sydney

Many people who immigrate to Australia were granted a Visa because of their abilities. They had a profession or set of skills needed in the country at the time. This is a good option. If you have the qualifications to work in a profession that Australia presently needs you to have a good chance of obtaining at least a temporary Visa. The chances improve if you are willing to work in regional areas where the shortage of qualified people is greatest.

As of June 2022, there are an estimated 423, 000 job vacancies in Australia.
This is significantly high, almost double the number of vacancies recorded in early 2020. As we might expect from these numbers the unemployment rate is fairly low. In fact, at less than 5.6% it is the lowest it has been in 14 years. So if these jobs are to be filled they will require some skilled immigrants along with qualified locals.

The Skills most presently in demand Include:

• IT Project Managers
• Civil Project Engineer
• Payroll Officers
• Heavy Diesel Filler/Mechanic, especially in Mining sectors.
• Software Developers
• Executive and Personal Assistants, especially in financial and technology.
• Communication Specialists, especially in Media and marketing.
• Mine Engineers
• Boilermakers and Welders
• Clinical Research, especially in response to Covid-19
• Forklift and Crane Operators and Truck Drivers
• High School Physics and Math teachers.

There are a few Visa paths to working in Australia. One is to be sponsored by an Australian employer. Another is to apply for a General Skilled Migration Visa, such as the 189 or 190 Visas. These are permanent Visas. An alternative is the 491, which allows the individual to work for 5 years, and apply for a permanent Visa once they are living and working in the country.

Visas require both qualifications and Experience, supported with documented evidence.

Skill shortages in Australia open the path for Temporary and Permanent Visas. Consult an Immigration Lawyer Sydney for up-to-date advice.