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Student Visa conditions

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Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS)

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) is responsible for making decisions on student visa applications and administering the Student Visa Program and other immigration-related legislation.

The ESOS Acts and Regulations set out the legal framework for the delivery of education to overseas students. For information relating to the regulations serving overseas students in Australia, please see: ESOS information 

Student Visa conditions

International students are required to inform the university of any changes to their visa status.

It is important that you understand the conditions of your Student Visa.

Student Visa conditions
8202 You must remain enrolled in a CRICOS registered program and make satisfactory academic progress in each semester of your program
8101

You cannot work. If you wish to work while studying you need to obtain permission to work (See: Condition 8105)

8501

You must maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) while you are in Australia (Also see: Overseas Student Health Cover)

8105 You cannot work for more than 20 hours per week while your course is in session (Also see: Permission to work)

Breaching a visa condition may result in the cancellation of your visa. An overview of all mandatory and discretionary conditions is available from DIAC: Student visa conditions

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Change of visa status

International students who commenced their course on a Student Visa must notify the University immediately when they are granted a different visa.

Visa status changes
Temporary residency If you are granted a temporary visa (other than a Student Visa) after commencement of your course, you should forward a copy of your passport and visa to the Student Centre on your campus.  Although temporary residency does not change your student status, your study entitlements may change.
Permanent residency

International students who are granted permanent residency must notify the Student Centre on your campus. More details.

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Need advice about your International Student Visa ?

If you require further information about the conditions of your international 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