Student visa (subclass 500) — Higher Education Sector
This is an Australian visa subclass processed by the Department of Home Affairs.
Verified from Department of Home Affairs on 2026-04-20
14 days to 7 weeks
Updated 2026-04-20 · Source: Department of Home Affairs
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Data period ending 31 March 2026
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How long does Student visa (subclass 500) — Higher Education Sector take?
Current processing time for Student visa (subclass 500) — Higher Education Sector is 14 days to 7 weeks, based on the latest data from Department of Home Affairs.
When was Student visa (subclass 500) — Higher Education Sector processing time data last updated?
The data was last updated on 2026-04-20, sourced from Department of Home Affairs.
What factors affect Student visa (subclass 500) — Higher Education Sector processing time?
Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.