DHA
Student visa (subclass 500)
This is an Australian visa subclass processed by the Department of Home Affairs.
Verified from Department of Home Affairs on 2026-04-20
Processing Range (p25–p75)
1 days to 6 months
7
Streams
2026-04-20
Updated
Processing Time by Stream
| Stream | 25th %ile | 50th %ile | 75th %ile | 90th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign Affairs or Defence Sector | 1 Day | 4 Days | 7 Days | 17 Days |
| Higher Education Sector | 14 Days | 33 Days | 46 Days | 6 Months |
| Independent ELICOS Sector | 1 Day | 16 Days | 25 Days | 44 Days |
| Non-Award Sector | Less than 1 Day | Less than 1 Day | 21 Days | 37 Days |
| Postgraduate Research Sector | 10 Days | 25 Days | 37 Days | 66 Days |
| Schools Sector | 13 Days | 27 Days | 35 Days | 3 Months |
| Vocational Education and Training Sector | 29 Days | 4 Months | 6 Months | 7 Months |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Student visa (subclass 500) take?
Current processing time for Student visa (subclass 500) is 1 days to 6 months, based on the latest data from Department of Home Affairs.
When was Student visa (subclass 500) processing time data last updated?
The data was last updated on 2026-04-20, sourced from Department of Home Affairs.
What factors affect Student visa (subclass 500) processing time?
Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.
Source: WaitVisa.com — Department of Home Affairs, updated 2026-04-20