A guardian can be a nominated person in Australia, or a nominated person from overseas (usually a student’s close family member) who can come to Australia and provide care and support to the child. Guardian visas provide:
The guardian visa must be applied for through the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). Guardians must also undertake (and pass) a medical examination in their place of residence prior to lodging a visa application. This health examination usually consists of a medical exam, a radiological exam (TB diagnosis) and a HIV test. Guardian applicants may also be required to obtain and hold health insurance coverage and/or provide a character clearance. |
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Processing Times – guardian visa applications usually take 2 weeks to 3 months depending on country of citizenship and where the visa application is to be lodged. The timing will also rely on when the corresponding student visa application is finalised. Applying for a guardian visa is a very complex, detailed activity. Therefore, we recommend you utilise our highly experienced visa and migration services. IRAN The guardian visa application must be applied online in or outside Australia. It will be reviewed by the Authorities. A biometrics examination may also be required. A biometrics appointment involves a facial photo and a 10 digit fingerprint scan which is kept on record at the Embassy. The biometrics exam can be undertaken in any UAE country or Gulf Cooperation Council country. As part of our service, Plus Education will assist in the lodgement of the visa application on the guardian’s behalf. Below is a basic outline of documentation required for citizens of Iran applying for a student guardian visa (subclass 590). Please note, other documentation will be requested at time of assessment by Plus Education depending on the guardian’s personal circumstances. |
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Please note: other countries such as: Iraq, Afghanistan, India, Sri Lanka and Nepal have similar process as IRAN. For more detailed information please contact our professional Education Consultants. |
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BAHRAIN, KUWAIT, OMAN, QATAR, SAUDI ARABIA, UAE The guardian visa application must be applied online in or outside Australia. It will be reviewed by the Authorities. A biometrics examination may also be required. A biometrics appointment involves a facial photo and a 10 digit fingerprint scan which is kept on record at the Embassy. The biometrics exam can be undertaken in any UAE country or Gulf Cooperation Council country. As part of our service, Plus Education will assist in the lodgement of the visa application on the guardian’s behalf. Below is a basic outline of documentation required for citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE applying for a student guardian visa (subclass 590). Please note, other documentation will be requested at time of assessment by Plus Education depending on the guardian’s personal circumstances. |
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Australian Migration Services At Plus Education we not only specialize in Student Visa, we also specialize in many Australian visa categories including:
Our professionally trained registered migration agents can assist with all visa and immigration requirements. As professional migration agents, we adhere to the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority Code of Conduct. We are here to help you achieve your dream to visit and stay in Australia ! |
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Free Migration Assessment Form 1 - Please Note: You may need to install "Adobe Reader" on your computer.2 - For download, right click and save the form on your desktop before using it. After filling the form, you can attach and email it using the address below. Download Free Migration Assessment Form Email to "" |
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