Support Your Child’s Education with a Student Guardian Visa in Australia
The Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) is a temporary visa designed for parents, legal guardians, or close relatives to accompany and care for international students under 18 years of age (or older in exceptional circumstances) studying in Australia on a Student Visa (Subclass 500). At GrowSmart Education & Migration, we guide applicants through the Subclass 590 visa application process, ensuring compliance and support for family settlement.
Why Choose a Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) for Australia?
Support for Young Students
Enables guardians to provide care and support for students under 18 studying in Australia.
Temporary Stay
Allows a stay in Australia for the duration of the student’s visa or until the student turns 18, with a maximum of 5 years per grant.
Cost Considerations
Visa application costs start at AUD $2,000 (as of July 1, 2025), with reduced fees for eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste citizens from March 22, 2025.
Comprehensive Support
Provides access to accommodation, welfare, and limited study opportunities for guardians.
Key Features of the Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) in Australia
Step One:
Student Guardian Visa Application
📌 Duration: Temporary (up to 5 years or until the student turns 18)
📌 Outcome: Allows guardians to live with and care for a student visa holder under 18 (or older in exceptional cases).
Step Two:
Eligibility and Relationship
📌 Duration: Ongoing
📌 Outcome: Requires the applicant to be a parent, legal guardian, or close relative (e.g., grandparent, sibling, aunt/uncle) aged 21 or older, nominated by the student’s parent or custodian.
Step Three:
Financial and Welfare Requirements
📌 Duration: Ongoing
📌 Outcome: Guardians must demonstrate sufficient funds (minimum AUD $29,710 for 12 months) and provide accommodation, welfare, and health insurance.
Step Four:
Health and Character Requirements
📌 Duration: Ongoing
📌 Outcome: Applicants must meet health standards (e.g., medical checks) and provide police clearance certificates from countries where they resided for 12+ months in the last 10 years.
Step Five:
Visa Conditions and Obligations
📌 Duration: During visa validity
📌 Outcome: Guardians must live with the student, maintain health insurance, and refrain from working; limited study (up to 3 months or 20 hours/week for ELICOS) is allowed.
Benefits of the Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)
The Subclass 590 Visa offers:
👨👩👧 Student Support – Provide emotional, physical, and practical care for young students.
🏠 Accommodation – Arrange and provide suitable living arrangements for the student.
🏥 Healthcare Access – Maintain Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) for medical needs.
📚 Limited Study – Study English (ELICOS) for up to 20 hours/week or other courses for up to 3 months.
🌍 Cultural Integration – Experience life in Australia while supporting your child’s education.
✈️ Travel Flexibility – Travel in and out of Australia, with arrangements for student care if absent.
Why Choose GrowSmart Education & Migration?
- Expert Visa Guidance – Helping you navigate the Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) application process.
- Visa Assistance – Full support for documentation, financial proof, and compliance with visa conditions.
- Application Expertise – Partner with experienced migration agents for tailored solutions.
- End-to-End Support – From visa application to extensions and future pathways, we manage it all.
Start Your Journey with a Student Guardian Visa Today!
Ready to support your child’s education in Australia with a Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)? Contact GrowSmart Education & Migration for expert guidance on visa applications, documentation, and pathways to family settlement.
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