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Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)

Support Your Child’s Education in Australia

Find out if you’re eligible for the Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) and start your journey to accompanying your child in Australia.

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The Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) allows a parent, legal guardian, or relative to come to Australia to provide care and support for a child under 18 years of age who is studying on a Student Visa (Subclass 500). As a Student Guardian Visa holder, you can stay in Australia for the duration of the student’s course or until they turn 18, whichever happens first. This visa ensures that young international students have the necessary care and support while pursuing their education in Australia.

Basic Requirements

  • You must be the parent, legal guardian, or relative of an international student under 18 years old who holds a valid Student Visa.
  • You need to have sufficient funds to support yourself and the student during your stay.
  • You must meet health and character requirements.
  • You cannot work while holding this visa, but you can study for up to 3 months.
  • You must have suitable health insurance for the duration of your stay.

What to do next

What to do next...

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Our team will guide you through the application process, ensuring you have all the necessary documents to support your Student Guardian Visa application.

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Why Choose the Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)?

  • Stay with Your Child: This visa allows you to live in Australia while your child completes their studies, ensuring they receive the care and support they need.
  • Flexible Stay Duration: You can remain in Australia until your child turns 18 or their course ends, providing stability and comfort during their education journey.
  • Travel Flexibility: You can leave and return to Australia while holding this visa, as long as suitable arrangements are made for your child’s care during your absence.
  • Study Opportunities: You can study a course for up to 3 months during your stay in Australia.

Steps to Apply for the Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)

  1. Eligibility and Sponsorship
    • You must be the parent, legal guardian, or relative (over 21 years of age) of an international student who holds a Student Visa (Subclass 500).
    • You must provide proof of your relationship with the student, such as birth certificates or legal documents.
  2. Financial Support
    • You need to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to cover your own living expenses and those of the student during your stay in Australia. This may include funds for accommodation, food, healthcare, and other necessities.
  3. Health Insurance
    • You must arrange health insurance for yourself and your child, as required by Australian visa regulations.
  4. Visa Submission and Processing
    • You must submit the visa application online, providing supporting documents, such as evidence of your relationship to the student, financial statements, health insurance details, and your intention to care for the student.
    • Processing times vary but generally range from 3 to 6 months.

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Your Child’s Future, Our Support

At MigrationXYZ, we understand the importance of being with your child as they pursue their education abroad. Our experts are here to help you secure the Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) and ensure a smooth process from start to finish. Here’s how we can assist you:

  • Personalised Consultation: We assess your circumstances to determine your eligibility for the Student Guardian Visa and provide tailored advice.
  • Document Preparation: Our team helps you gather all the necessary documents, such as proof of relationship, financial capacity, and health insurance.
  • Visa Application Management: We handle your application from submission to approval, ensuring everything is done correctly to avoid delays.
  • Ongoing Support: We provide ongoing guidance throughout your stay in Australia, including visa extensions or any changes to your visa conditions.

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We are not part of the Australian government. We are a private company and we do not have the authority to grant you a Visa of any kind. We can only assist and advise people who want to travel to or migrate to Australia. The final decision on all visa applications rests with the appropriate government authority in Australia.