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Moving to Australia from India to study

If you’re considering Australia as a destination to continue your studies, here are some things to consider.

 

Sorting out your student visa

In order to study in Australia you’ll need the right student visa. Every visa has conditions attached, such as whether you’re able to work, so it’s important you understand these upfront before applying. The place to find out detailed information about student visas is the Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs website

Keeping contact with home

There’s a good chance your educational provider will have an international office that’ll be able to point you in the direction of local Indian-Australian organisations. Alternatively, the Indian High Commission of Australia website has a handy reference of organisations in each state.

Make sure you factor in health insurance

If you’re coming to Australia on a student visa you’ll need to arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) in advance. Your OSHC provides medical and hospital cover while you’re studying in Australia and can either be arranged through your education provider, or you can arrange it yourself with an approved OSHC provider. Keep in mind your OSHC coverage needs to be for the entire duration of your study visa.

 

Find out more about health insurance for students.

Where to live?

Most likely you’ll have a variety of different accommodation options to suit a range of budgets and lifestyles. Common options include on campus accommodation, homestays and shared accommodation. If you need help with accommodation it’s worth getting in touch with your educational provider as they may have services available to help. Take a look at their website or contact them directly.

Budgeting for living costs

Along with tuition costs and course fees, you’ll need to budget for living costs while you’re studying. As a condition of your visa you’ll need to show evidence that you’ll be able to support yourself and any dependents while you’re studying. For details on current financial requirements take a look at the Home Affairs website

Working in Australia while you study

If you’re in Australia on a student visa, you’ll most likely be able to work while you study. It’s important you check your visa conditions, but you can generally work up to 40 hours a fortnight during term time as well as unlimited hours during course beaks.
 

Find out more about student visa work conditions

Setting up an Australian bank account

Sorting out your banking in Australia could be easier than you’d think. Once you arrive in Australia, you can open an everyday bank account online with Westpac.
 

Alternatively, you can open an account in of our one of our local branches.
 

Find out more about opening an account with Westpac

Want to know more about studying in Australia?

When it comes to studying in Australia, one of the best online resources is the Australian Government’s studying in Australia website

Things you should know

This information does not take into account your personal circumstances and is general in nature. It is intended as an overview only and it should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such.