If you do not have a No Further Stay condition on your current student visa, you may be able to extend your stay in Australia in order to complete your studies or await the outcome of your thesis.
Further study
If your student visa is about to expire and you have not yet completed your studies, you may be able to renew your visa in Australia. In preparation of your student visa application, you will need to obtain a new Confirmation of Enrolment (COE).
| Application to extend student visa |
| Step 1: |
Obtain an Application to Extend Student Visa (download or collect from Student Centre) |
| Step 2: |
Take this form to your Faculty/School for approval |
| Step 3: |
Return form to the Student Centre who will process your application and email you a new Confirmation of Enrolment |
| Step 4: |
Lodge an online application for a student visa through the DIAC website. (Also see: Student Visa conditions) |
Examination of thesis
Research students holding a Student visa (Subclass 574) may find that their visa expires shortly after they have submitted their thesis. In order to remain lawfully in Australia during the marking of your thesis, you need to ensure that your student visa is valid.
If your student visa will expire during the time when the thesis is being examined, it may be possible to extend your student visa. In preparation for your application, you will need to obtain a letter from your Academic Adviser or Head of School addressed to DIAC that includes the date the thesis was submitted and includes the wording ‘… the student is required to remain in the country whilst the thesis is being examined.’
You will also need to ensure your Overseas Health Care Cover is renewed.
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For further information, talk to UQ Visa Officer in the Student Centre (61)
Please note: This provision is not applicable AusAID (Australian Government & sponsored) students. If you are the holder of another type of scholarship, please check with your sponsor to confirm whether an extension while thesis under examination is compatible with your scholarship conditions.
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Need advice about your Student Visa ?
If you require further information about the conditions of your student visa or you are having difficulty meeting these conditions, make an appointment to see an International Student Adviser at Student Services For further assistance, you will need to contact DIAC directly. Contact details are as follows:
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)
Brisbane Office
Ground Floor, 299 Adelaide Street
Brisbane City, QLD 4000
Counter hours:
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-4:00pm (Wed 9:00am-1:30pm)
National Telephone Number: 131 881
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