We guide Nepali students through the Genuine Student requirements to help them meet Australian visa standards.
On March 2024, the Australian government has replaced the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement with a Genuine Student (GS) requirement for student visa subclass 500.
Genuine Student (GS) requirements is the mandatory part for the Australia student visas.
It serves as proof that you are coming to Australia only for studying and do not intend to stay on a permanent basis.
You must create a strong Genuine Student (GS) statement if you want to apply for Australian student visa. It provides evidence of the intention to study in Australia and return to the home country upon completing the degree.
Here's a comprehensive guide to help you craft an effective GTE statement:
Family Connections: Talk about your immediate family members and where they live. This helps show your strong ties to your home country.
Attachment to Your Home Country: Share what makes you connected to your home country, whether it’s cultural, social, or economic reasons.
Previous Studies: Outline your education journey so far, especially the courses and achievements that relate to the program you're applying for.
Breaks in Education: If there have been any gaps in your studies, explain why — whether it was due to personal or financial reasons.
Current Job: Describe your current job — your role, the company you work for, and how long you've been employed.
Career Goals: Explain how the course you're planning to study in Australia fits into your long-term career aspirations and how it will boost your career.
Why This Course: Share why you’ve chosen this course in Australia and how it will help you achieve your career goals.
Why This Institution: Explain why you selected this particular university or college, highlighting its reputation, curriculum, and location.
Funding Your Studies: Provide evidence of how you plan to pay for your studies and living expenses in Australia — things like bank statements or sponsorship letters work well.
Proving Financial Stability: Show you’re financially stable with documents like your recent tax returns or employment records.
Post-Study Plans: Be clear about your intention to return home once you’ve finished your studies in Australia.
Career Opportunities Back Home: Talk about how studying in Australia will open up career opportunities in your home country after you return.
Previous Visas: Mention any previous visas you’ve held, including Australian visas, and show you’ve complied with the visa conditions.
Travel History: If you’ve traveled to other countries with strict visa regulations, mention it to demonstrate that you follow immigration laws.
The Australia Department of Home Affairs will take 4 to 6 weeks to process the student visa application but actual processing time for Genuine Student (GS) assessment usually varies based on several factors such as:
We can help you with your Genuine Student (GS) statement in the following ways:
Our experienced counselors can guide you in drafting a clear, detailed, and authentic GS statement that accurately reflects your intentions, background, and plans.
We can assist you by reviewing your GS statement and other supporting documents to ensure they meet the Department of Home Affairs’ requirements.
We help you compile all necessary documents, including your GS statement, and ensure they are submitted correctly and on time.
We also help translate Nepali documents into English, making sure your application meets the language requirements for submission to the Department of Home Affairs.
We also offer financial counseling to help you understand how to demonstrate your financial capacity, a key part of the GS assessment.
We can help you prepare for visa interviews by conducting mock sessions, ensuring you are ready to answer questions related to your GS.
We stay updated on changes to Australian immigration policies, ensuring that your GS statement and overall application meet the latest requirements.
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