When talking about top and popular destination countries for international students and foreign national professionals, Australia makes it the top five of this list from around the world. It is no news that Australia houses top notch universities that offers quality and excellent education and great job opportunities too. In spite of all the goodies Australia holds for foreign nationals, the procedure of studying and working in Australia can be very tasking and doesn’t come easy.
Study in Australia:
The first step an international student wants to do is look through the internet for universities in Australia and the courses they offer so as to know which is best suitable to choose from putting certain factors into consideration i.e Budget. There are numerous top notch universities and colleges in Australia offering world class education at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The rankings of these institutions can be browsed on the internet via their various websites. Prospective students can also have a with alumnus to get first hand information and make the right decision.
Choosing more than one university to apply to for admission is a clever thing to do to enable you have options. Majority of the universities in Australia requires you to fill out and submit your application online. Also, you are to submit certain documents as requested by the university as requirement for different universities may slightly vary. Documents most commonly requested includes academic transcripts, proficiency in English test result, Personal statement, and reference letters. Some of the universities may also require you to sit for TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE based on your course of choice.
Again, after successfully completing and submitting your application alongside all necessary documents, there may be need for an interview, either physical or online then you would be required to sit back patiently while your application is assessed and a decision would be reached.
Student Visa
If the university where you have applied to finds your application worthy, a decision of sending you an acceptance letter will be reached. Once you receive the letter of acceptance, your next step is to proceed with the application of your student visa. Australia student visa application process takes a few weeks and can sometimes run into months. Application process is based how fast the consulate of the Australian embassy in your home country. Also, peak period is a factor that can slow down visa processing at the embassy.
Documents required to apply for Australia student visa includes;
- A completed online visa application form
- Visa application fee
- Passport with at least six months validity
- Offer letter from the university
- Proof of fund
- and health insurance.
Work in Australia:
As earlier stated, Australia offers so many job opportunities in several sectors upon completion of your studies. However, as a foreign national, you are still required to get a work visa to enable work in Australia legally.
So, as an international student who have just completed your studies in Australia and intend to stay back and work, the opportunities are there already all you need to do is to apply and secure a job offer. Your level qualifications and job offer would determine that type of work visa you would apply for as there are several types available.
The most familiar type of work visa is the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa. This visa type validity can be up to four years, with a chance for an extension or even a permanent residency. To apply for this visa type, you must have first secured a job position with an Australian company who will sponsor your work visa.
The company will put in a sponsorship/nomination application on your behalf with the right immigration authorities. This application can either be approved or rejected but if approved, you are to proceed with applying for your Australian work visa. Documents required for this application includes educational qualification credentials, job duties, and financial stability.
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is another popular Australia work visa type which does not require you to have an offer of employment from an Australian company to apply. This visa type is also a permanent residency visa for skilled workers. Application for this visa type is done by submitting an Express Of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect and selection would be made based on points scored. SkillSelect is an online platform with which you can check your eligibility and if found eligible, an invitation would be sent to apply for this visa category.
Conclusion:
Australia visa process generally takes time and rigorous hence it is essential to begin your application early and also indulge the services of a consultant or an immigration lawyer to ensure you avoid making mistakes that can affect your application. Once these measures are rightly put in place, acquiring your visa to study and work in Australia will be a dream come through. It is also advised to start familiarizing yourself with Australian culture ahead.
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