Migration Mondays
Do you have general questions about migration and visas? Wondering what your work limitation hours are during the summer break or questions about the 485 visa? The ANUSA Legal Service is opening a walk-in, drop-in session every Monday at 2:00-3:00 PM! Whether you are navigating general questions or just looking for quick guidance, our legal team is here to help!
Location: In-person at the ANU Coffee Lab*
When: Every Monday starting on Monday, 21 October 2024 at 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (excluding Public Holidays and closure periods)
What to Expect: Legal information on visa and migration, casual setting where you can ask us anything visa related.
Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided during these sessions is general in nature and should not be taken as legal advice. For specific or complex legal questions, we recommend consulting a qualified professional such as a migration agent at https://www.mara.gov.au/ or booking an appointment with ANUSA Legal Service at https://anusa.com.au/legalappointment/
*Note: we may change locations to suit student needs but will announce any changes on the ANUSA Facebook page in advance.
No question is too big or small—come by and get the support you need! We look forward to seeing you!
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We help students with advice about visas, including permanent migration. If you need advice about how to apply for a new visa we can help. Whether your student visa is running out and you need to apply for a new one, or you are interested in exploring visa options after you finish your studies, we can help. We also offer a popular migration workshop during the first half of semester that explores key options for students seeking to migrate permanently to Australia.
Appointments are free and confidential.
You can book an appointment using our online booking system.
Just click the button below and you will be taken to our booking page:
Book an appointment
If you would like to ask a question or would like help from our staff with a booking you can:
· Email us at sa.admin@anu.edu.au, or
· Phone us on 6125 2444
Visas – 485 and 500
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Important announcement
On 11 December 2023, The Department of Home Affairs announced that there will be changes to Australia’s visa and migration policy. These changes will affects student visas (subclass 500), 485 post-study work visas, skilled visas, and many more. See: Migration Strategy for Australia Announcement for more details.
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How we can help
If you are an international student who has questions about your visa, including future visa options and permanent migration, we can help. We offer free and confidential legal advice that is catered to your specific needs. We also offer a popular migration workshop during the first half of semester that explores key options for students seeking to migrate permanently to Australia.
Our services, however, are limited to advising you about your visa conditions and answering your questions about permanent migration and document requirements. However, we do not lodge, draft, or review visa applications on your behalf. If you need specific assistance on lodging your visa applications, we can refer you to a service who can help.
Your student visa conditions
As an international student holding a student visa (subclass 500), it is important to note that there may be conditions imposed on you. To check what these conditions are, refer to your student visa grant notification letter.
What do I do if my study situation has changed?
If you have switched courses, extended the duration of your degree, need to defer your course due to compassionate and compelling reasons, or will/have undergone any changes to your study situation, you must make sure that despite these changes, you continue to meet the conditions of your visa.
To check what kind of action you may need to take in these circumstances, visit: Your Study Situation Has Changed or book an appointment with us and we can help.
Working Under your Student Visa
Undergraduate and Master by Coursework students are restricted to 48 hours of work a fortnight while their course is in session. You do not have work restrictions when your course is not in session.
Masters by Research and Post-Doctorate students on the other hand, do not have any work restrictions and are not bound by the 48 hour per fortnight rule.
485 Post-study work visa
A common visa international students apply for after the completion of their study is the 485 Post-Study Work Visa or, what will be referred to as Post-Higher Education Work Stream Visa from 1 July 2024.
There are specific requirements students must meet to apply for this visa, including, but not limited to:
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Meet the age requirements;
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be in Australia when you apply for this visa;
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have applied for and been granted your first Student visa on or after 5 November 2011;
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hold an eligible visa;
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have held a Student visa in the last 6 months;
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meet the Australian study requirement;
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have a recent degree in a CRICOS-registered course at a degree level or above;
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provide evidence of adequate health insurance for all applicants when you apply;
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provide evidence you have applied for an AFP check when you apply;
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provide evidence of the required level of English with the application.
To see the full eligibility requirement, visit: 485 Post-Study Work Visa Eligibility Requirements.
NOTICE: This is legal information and is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. These materials have been prepared for ANU Students by the ANUSA Legal Service. If you would like legal advice please book in for an appointment with the ANUSA Legal Service.
Useful Resources:
500 student visa
485 post-study work visa
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