Australia Study Visa Requirements for Nepali Students 2025 – Documents Required, Academic, Financial, Character Requirements & more

International students planning to study in Australia must first understand the student visa requirements. But many overseas students find visa requirements confusing, and missing a single detail can lead to visa rejection. Such outcomes disrupt study plans and create unnecessary setbacks.

In this updated guide, we’ll cover everything Nepali students need to know about the Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500) requirements, including academic, health, and character criteria.

By the end of this read, you will have a complete understanding of Australian student visa requirements so you can confidently move through the visa application process with confidence

Australia student visa (also known as Subclass 500) is designed for international students who want to study in Australia. 

It enables students to pursue various programs, including primary and secondary school, higher education, vocational education and training (VET), pathway courses and postgraduate research 

Benefits of this visa: 

• You are allowed to stay in Australia for a temporary period of up to 5 years. 
• You can work part-time, usually up to 48 hours per fortnight. 
• You are permitted to travel in and out of Australia freely. 
• You may include eligible family members in your visa application. 

To study in Australia as an international you must meet the eligibility criteria as follows: 

• You must be 17 years of age or older.
• You must meet the English language requirements.
• Your course must be registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
• You must submit a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for every course you intend to study.
• You must hold valid Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire length of your stay in Australia.
• You must have sufficient funds to cover tuition, travel, and living costs during your stay in Australia.
• You must meet the Genuine Student (GS) requirement to show that you intend to stay in Australia temporarily for the purpose of study.
• You must meet health and character requirements set by the Australian Government. 

Academic Requirements 

If you want to study your selected course in Australia, then you first investigate the academic requirements through university's official website. But most universities have the same academic criteria unless you are applying for top-rated universities.  

Here is a table showing the academic requirements for different programs. 

English Language Requirements  

International students planning to study abroad must demonstrate English language proficiency as a key requirement.  

There are several English language tests available in the market, such as IELTS, PTE, and TOEFL, and the choice of test often depends on the requirements set by individual universities and institutions.  

The table below highlights the English language test requirements for various programs under the Australian student visa. 

Please note that these are all the minimum requirements set by Australian universities.  

If you are aiming for a diploma in nursing, bachelor programs at specific TAFEs, or TESOL programs, they have higher English language requirements.  

Some universities even accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE), but IELTS and PTE are the widely accepted and student-favorite tests. 

Financial Requirements

One of the most prominent factors for an Australian student visa is meeting the financial requirements. This means you must demonstrate that you have enough money to pay for your course fees, travel expenses, and living costs while you are in Australia. 

Here are details that you need to show for the Australia student visa (subclass 500): 

Income Support Documents 

According to the Australian Department of Home Affairs, if you are being sponsored for a student visa, the sponsor must be an immediate family member, such as your father, mother, brother, sister, grandfather, or grandmother. Sponsorship from extended relatives, including uncles, aunts, or other close family members, is not accepted. 

The total income source required depends on your chosen programs and courses.  You can show income source through sponsor salary, rental, pension, business or foreign income. 

For Bachelor: An annual income source of NPR 18–20 lakhs must be demonstrated. 

For Master: An annual income source of NPR 22–25 lakhs must be demonstrated. 

Required Income Source Documents includes:  

• Salary sheets or bank statements (last 12 months)
• Employment letter or work verification certificate (if employed)
• Business registration & audit reports (if self-employed)
• Annual income verification certificate from ward (notarized and translated)
• Tax clearance certificate (last 3 years) 

Bank Statements 

If you are taking education loan: 

For Bachelor: NPR 40-45 lakhs loan is required 

For Master: NPR 55-60 lakhs loan is required 

Required documents to show includes: 

• Education loan sanction letter from bank
• Property valuation report (minimum valuation of 1.5 crore plus)
• Land ownership documents
• Loan Disbursement letter
• Loan Account Statement 

If showing cash deposit: 

Then a 6-month-old statement and cash transaction source. 

Additional Supporting Financial Documents 

• Affidavit of financial support (attested by the lawyer and Notarized)
• Relationship certificate with your sponsor
• Property ownership certificates (land, house – if used for income proof)
• Rental income documents (ownership deed + rent agreement or receipts)
• TDS slips or tax deduction proofs (if employed) 

GS Requirements (formerly known as GTE) 

You must meet the Genuine Student (GS) requirement for the Australia student visa. For this you must answer few questions as asked in online student visa application form, which includes:  

• Provide details about your background, including family, financial situation, current employment status, educational status and ties to your home country.
• Explain why you chose your specific course and institution and how it aligns with your career goals.
• Provide evidence of your ability to support yourself financially during your studies.
• Disclose if you have any previous visa refusals or cancellations. 

All the answers must be written in English, with a word limit of 150 words per questions 

Health and Insurance Requirements 

You must meet health requirements as set by the Australian government. That means you have to undergo several medical examinations for student visa applications. 

Furthermore, all the student visa holders must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). It is compulsory health insurance for international students applying to study in Australia. 

OSHC covers all the medical expenses and treatment costs when you face any medical illness while working or studying in Australia. 

Make sure that you have all the necessary documents before proceeding with your visa application. Here is the list of documents you need to collect: 

• Color copy of Passport (notarized) 
• Passport-size photographs 
• Birth certificate or Citizenship certificate 
• Notarized translations of all non-English documents 
• Academic certificates and transcripts 
• Work experience or internship certificates (if applicable) 
• Letters of recommendation (academic/professional) 
• CV/Resume 
• Statement of Purpose (SOP) 
• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from Australian education provider 

It is crucial to be fully aware of every requirement for an Australian student visa to facilitate a hassle-free and successful application process. Ranging from academic and English language qualifications to financial proof and medical examinations and character checks, none is trivial. 

By strictly following the above rules and getting all documents prepared in advance, Nepali students can significantly increase their chances of getting their visas approved. 

We at Search Education Nepal assist you through each step from course selection to the visa application process so that you can embark on your study adventure to Australia with clarity and confidence.