Step-by-step guide to booking and preparing for your Australian student visa embassy appointment: required documents, tips, and what to expect on the day.
Track your application: Use ImmiAccount for real-time updates.
Respond promptly if additional documents are requested.
Visa outcome: You’ll receive an email notification. If approved, your visa will be digitally linked to your passport.
Bring your documents.
Printed application summary.
Original passport + copies of all uploaded documents.
Payment receipts.
Some applicants may need to provide biometrics, including fingerprints and a photo, at an Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC) or an Australian Biometrics Collection Centre (ABCC).
How to book:
You’ll receive a request via ImmiAccount if biometrics are required.
Schedule an appointment at your nearest VFS Global center.
The current fee is AUD 1,600 (as of 2025)
Payment methods: credit/debit card or PayPal via ImmiAccount.
Upload all required documents to ImmiAccount, including:
Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE).
Proof of financial capacity (e.g., bank statements showing AUD 29,710/year).
English proficiency test results (if applicable).
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) policy.
All Australian student visa applications are submitted online via ImmiAccount, the official portal of the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
How to do it:
Visit the ImmiAccount portal.
Click "Create an ImmiAccount" and fill in your details.
Verify your email to activate the account.
Once you have gathered all your required documents for an Australian student visa, the next step is to schedule and attend your embassy appointment, a critical part of the visa process. This guide walks you through everything you need to know, from booking your slot to post-appointment steps.