Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500) Documents Checklist 2025 | Student & Sponsor Doc. Explained

Planning to study in Australia? In this video, I walk through the exact documents you need for the Subclass 500 (Student) visa from your COE and OSHC to sponsor proof of funds, so you can lodge confidently and avoid delays.

A quick pre-lodgement review so nothing gets missed.

Student Documents (quick list)
Birth certificate • Academic certificates & transcripts • IELTS/PTE • COE (Confirmation of Enrolment) • OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) • Passport photos (JPEG) • All passport colour copies (old & current with visa stamps) • CV (address matches passport) • Gap explanation (if any) • GS questionnaire • SOP (4–5 pages) • Police clearance (correct address, within validity)

Sponsor Documents (quick list)
Passport/NID (translated & notarized) • Financial declaration (if needed) • Proof of funds: solvency/balance confirmation, FDR, savings certificates (incl. NRB), Shonchoypatra, DPS • Land documents (translated & notarized) • Regular income proof: job letter & payslips/trade license / rental agreement & recent utility bills • Bank statements (salary/business/personal) • Last 2 years’ tax files

File, Scan & Translation Tips

Scanning, translation & naming tips to keep your file clean.

Scan in colour, full page (no glare/cropping). Name files clearly (e.g., 01_Passport_GivenName_SURNAME.pdf). Combine multi-page docs into one PDF when appropriate. Use certified translations (include translator details). Double-check expiry/coverage dates on passport, OSHC, and COE.

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