The Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) is an Australian visa category that enables a parent or legal guardian to reside in Australia with a student who is pursuing their education in the country. This visa is intended to offer support and care to international students who are under the age of 18.
In exceptional cases, such as when students have medical conditions or require additional support, this visa can also be applied for, even if the students are 18 or older.
The primary purpose of this visa is to provide support, accommodation, and general welfare to the international student who is studying in Australia. This includes ensuring their well-being and welfare throughout their period of study. You are allowed to give the care and support for more than one student at the same time.
As a holder of this visa, you can live in Australia for the duration of your student’s course. This allows you to be physically present in the country to fulfil your role as a guardian.
You can also undertake short courses or study for up to three months while in Australia, but you cannot study any course that leads to a formal qualification. This means that you can study English courses in Australia for less than 20 hours per week or other training courses within 3 months.
You can travel to and from Australia as many times as you wish while your visa is valid.
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To be eligible to apply for this visa, you should typically fall into one of the following categories:
To be considered for a Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) in Australia, apart from the relationship requirement (to be a parent, custodian or relative of the student), you also need to meet the following requirements:
You need to demonstrate that you have the financial capacity to cover your living costs and the student’s expenses during their stay in Australia. This includes tuition fees, accommodation, healthcare, and other living expenses.
When applying for this visa, you must show that your stay in Australia is temporary only, and your arrival to Australia is necessary for the student visa holder’s welfare.
You are required to have adequate health insurance for yourself and any family members who are also applying for the visa.
You and your dependent family members must meet specific character and health requirements. You may be asked to provide police clearance certificates and undergo health examinations.
If your children aged from 6 to 18 years old do not come to Australia with you, you must ensure welfare arrangements for them. They must live with either another parent/custodian or a relative who is at least 21 years old during the time you stay in Australia.
Please note that if you have a child who has not turned 6, then you can’t be granted the 590 visa, except for a very special circumstances.
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You need to gather all required documents. The required documents may vary, depending on your country of originality. However, below is general documentation for a student visa 500.
Alternatively, your spouse or de facto partner can be the financial supporter for you and the student visa holder. If so, he/she must have at least the annual income of AUD84,543 in the 12 months immediately you lodge the visa application. The financial requirements can be complicated and subject to change each year. Contact our Migration Agents today to learn more.
You must apply online via ImmiAccount on the Australian Department of Home Affairs website.
Please note that you should apply for a 590 visa at least six weeks prior to the commencement of the student’s course as the visa processing time for this visa is quite lengthy.
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| Student Guardian Charge | Subsequent Temporary Application Charge |
| 710 | 700 |
The processing time for a 590 visa varies depending on your circumstances. However, generally it takes quite long time to be processed. 90% of the 590 visa applications are assessed in 115 days. Therefore, it is advisable that you should well prepare all the required documents to avoid any delay because of the lack of documentation.
No. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to work under Student Guardian visa 590. Therefore, it is essential to ensure you have sufficient financial resources to support your living expenses while in Australia.
You can undertake short courses or study for up to three months on a Student Guardian Visa, but you cannot pursue any courses that lead to a formal qualification. In particular, you can study English courses in Australia for less than 20 hours per week or study other training courses no longer than 3 months.
The visa duration is typically aligned with the student’s course duration. If the student is under 18, the visa may be granted until the student turns 18 years old.
The 590 visa is primarily for guardians. If other family members, such as a spouse or children, wish to accompany you, they may need to apply for their own visas based on their eligibility. For example, your children can apply for a student visa and your spouse can apply for a Visitor visa or a Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa.
No, generally, both parents cannot apply for an Australia Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) for the same student. This visa category is typically designed for one parent or legal guardian, or in some exceptional circumstances, a relative, to provide support and care to an international student studying in Australia.
Each student can have only one Student Guardian Visa holder acting as his/her guardian. It’s essential to ensure the guardian who applies for this visa meets the eligibility criteria and is in the best position to support the student’s needs.
If both parents or legal guardians wish to be with their child in Australia while they study, they may consider alternative visa options, such as a Visitor Visa or a Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa if they have employment opportunities or specific qualifications.
What is the 590-visa condition?
The Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) in Australia comes with various conditions that visa holders are required to abide by. These conditions will be outlined on the visa grant notice that the Department of Home Affairs will send you. The visa conditions may slightly differ between cases, but below are the conditions that might be included in your visa:
Yes, you may be able to apply for a further Student Guardian Visa, and the duration of your extended stay may depend on the student’s age and the length of their education.
SOL Migration has a strong team of 5 experienced Registered Migration Agents. Our Registered Migration Agents will assess your eligibility and guide you through the process of applying for the visas you require. We will assist you in preparing all the relevant documents for your application.
Contact us today on 07 3003 1899 or fill out the enquiry form. Our team will contact you within 24 hours at the latest!
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