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Moving to Australia on a Student Visa 500 is a big step. Exciting, but also tough when family isn’t around. That’s where the Student Subsequent Entrant Visa comes in. If you’re already studying here on a Subclass 500 visa, this visa lets your partner, spouse, or kids come and live with you.
But let’s be real—it’s not just a simple form. There’s paperwork, financial proof, health insurance, and lots of little details that can easily get confusing. One mistake can delay everything, and no one wants that when you’re waiting to be with your loved ones.
That’s why EduNest helps students like you. We guide you step by step through the subsequent entrant visa process, making sure everything is correct and stress-free. Our goal is simple: to reunite you with your family faster, while you focus on your studies and life in Australia.
Okay, here’s what you (and your family) need to show:
Proof of relationship. Marriage certificate for spouse, birth certificate for kids, or evidence if you’re in a de facto relationship.
Health and character checks. Everyone applying needs to pass these.
Enough funds. You’ve got to show money for living costs, school fees (for kids), and flights. Bank statements or sponsor letters usually.
Health insurance. OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) is mandatory.
The main student’s info. Their COE (Confirmation of Enrolment) and visa grant notice.
Collect all supporting evidence per the subsequent entrant visa 500 requirements.
Passport bio-data page copy.
Proof of relationship (marriage or birth certificate).
Evidence of financial capacity.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) details.
Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) of main student visa holder.
Lodge your dependent’s visa application online via ImmiAccount quickly and securely with all documents.
Create or log in to your ImmiAccount.
Select “New Application” and choose Student Subsequent Entrant Visa (Subclass 500).
Complete all required fields with accurate information.
Upload necessary supporting documents in correct format.
Pay the visa application fee and submit.
Ensure the correct visa application charge is paid.
Check the current visa application fee on the official immigration website.
Ensure payment is made in full before submitting the application.
Use a secure and accepted payment method.
Keep a copy of the payment receipt for your records.
Note that fee payment is non-refundable, even if the application is refused.
Dependents may need to attend health exams and provide biometrics.
Dependents might need to undergo a medical examination.
Health checks ensure applicants meet Australian standards.
Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) may be required.
Some family members could have additional health tests.
Completing health and biometrics is mandatory for visa processing.
Track updates and provide further documents if requested.
Monitor your application status regularly through your ImmiAccount.
Respond promptly if immigration requests additional documents.
Keep all communication from the Department of Home Affairs.
Ensure any updates or changes to personal details are submitted.
Be prepared for possible follow-up interviews or checks.
The Student Subsequent Entrant Visa 500 lets your family join you in Australia, providing work, study, and living opportunities.
Live together – Spouses, partners, and children can join you in Australia.
Study opportunities – Family members can take short courses while in Australia.
Work rights – Spouses may work, depending on the student’s course level.
Children’s schooling – Dependent children can attend local Australian schools.
Family support – Stay close to loved ones while you focus on your studies.
Applying for a dependent visa can feel overwhelming, especially with strict documentation requirements. At EduNest, we specialize in assisting international students and their families with:
Document Preparation
Checklist Guidance
Financial Advice
Processing Updates
Visa Compliance
Before applying, prepare a subsequent entrant visa 500 checklist to avoid delays. Required documents may include:
Copies of the main student’s visa grant letter.
Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) of the primary applicant.
Proof of financial capacity (bank statements, sponsorship, or income evidence).
Birth certificates for dependent children.
Health insurance policy details.
Completed Form 157A (Application for a student visa).
The student subsequent entrant visa 500 is a type of dependent visa under the visa subclass 500. It allows family members of a primary student visa holder to apply separately and join them in Australia. While the primary applicant studies, dependents can stay, work with certain rights, and children can attend school.
This visa option is especially useful if your family could not apply at the same time as your student visa 500 application.
Dependents under a student subsequent entrant visa 500 must follow 500 student visa conditions, including:
Work rights depend on the primary student’s course level. For example, if the student is studying a Master’s degree or PhD, dependents may have unlimited work rights.
Children must attend school during their stay.
Dependents must maintain valid health insurance.
Must not overstay or breach visa conditions.
