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Cocos (Keeling) Islands visas

Cocos (Keeling) Islands student visa

Australia has separate visas for full-time students, student guardians and training.

Ways to get a Cocos (Keeling) Islands student visa

  1. Student visa (subclass 500)

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    People studying full-time at a recognised education institution.

  2. Student Guardian visa (subclass 590)

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    Student guardians; detailed eligibility is not specified here.

  3. Training visa (subclass 407)

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    People seeking training permission; detailed eligibility is not specified here.

Who needs it

People seeking permission to study full-time at a recognised institution, act as a student guardian or undertake training can use the relevant visa category.

Good to know

  • The Student visa is for full-time study at a recognised education institution.
  • Stay limits, fees and detailed application requirements are not specified here.

Questions

Do I need a student visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

People seeking permission to study full-time at a recognised institution, act as a student guardian or undertake training can use the relevant visa category.

What are the ways to get a student visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

There are 3 options: Student visa (subclass 500) (an online visa); Student Guardian visa (subclass 590) (an online visa); Training visa (subclass 407) (an online visa).

Can I apply online for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Yes: Student visa (subclass 500), Student Guardian visa (subclass 590) and Training visa (subclass 407). People studying full-time at a recognised education institution.

What rules do I have to follow on a Cocos (Keeling) Islands student visa?

The Student visa is for full-time study at a recognised education institution.

Does my passport change whether I need a student visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Cocos (Keeling) Islands visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a student visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Cocos (Keeling) Islands student visa rules?

On Cocos (Keeling) Islands's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my student visa once I am in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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