Guardian Visa Australia (Subclass 500)
Overview
The Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) allows you to stay in Australia as the guardian of a Student Visa holder. It’s specifically designed to support international students under 18 years of age—or those older in exceptional cases—by ensuring they have proper care and welfare during their studies.
Processing Time for Subclass 590 Visa
The Department of Home Affairs processes Subclass 590 applications based on the following timelines:
- 25% of applications: 21 days
- 50% of applications: 45 days
- 75% of applications: 4 months
- 90% of applications: 9 months
Eligibility Criteria for Visa 590
To apply for a Student Guardian Visa, you must meet these criteria:
- Relationship to the Student
- Be a parent, custodian, or relative of the student who is under 21 years of age.
- Financial Stability
- Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and the student during your stay in Australia.
- Support and Accommodation
- Provide welfare, accommodation, and other necessary support for the student.
- Health and Character Requirements
- Pass health and character checks as required by Australian law.
- Visa and Insurance Requirements
- Hold a substantive visa and maintain adequate health insurance during your stay.
- Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)
- Prove your intention to stay in Australia temporarily.
- Other Requirements
- Sign the Australian Values Statement to show your commitment to following Australian laws.
- Ensure you have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government.
Stay Duration for Subclass 590 Visa
The duration of your stay depends on the length of the student visa holder’s stay and their age. As a Student Guardian Visa holder, you can stay temporarily while fulfilling your guardian responsibilities.
Benefits of Subclass 590 Visa
As a Student Guardian Visa holder, you can:
- Visit Australia to support a Student Visa holder under 18 years old (or older in exceptional cases).
- Provide care and support for more than one student.
- Enroll in short-term courses:
- ELICOS Courses: Up to 20 hours per week.
- Other Training or Study: Up to 3 months.
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- info@cgms.com.au
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