- Home
- Visas
- Australian Skilled Visas
- Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa
- Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa
- Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa
- Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa
- Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa
- Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa
- Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (ENS)
- Australian Parent Visas
- Australian Partner Visas
- Student Visa Australia
- Graduate Visa Australia
- Subclass 600 Visitor Visa
- Subclass 417 Working Holiday Visa
- Australian Business Visas
- Subclass 858 National Innovation Visa
- Australian Skilled Visas
- Blog
SUBCLASS 590 VISA
Subclass 590 Student Guardian Visa Australia
Support your child's education in Australia with complete peace of mind. As your dedicated MARN registered migration agent, we manage your Subclass 590 eligibility, audit the strict 590 visa financial requirements, and handle your digital ImmiAccount lodgement to ensure compliance with all Student Guardian Visa conditions.
Registered
Migration Professionals
AUD 2,500
Government Visa Cost
32–70 Days
Typical Processing Time
No Work
Strict Working Restrictions
CORE CRITERIA
Student Guardian Visa Eligibility & Requirements
The 590 Visa Australia demands strict compliance. To lodge a valid application, both the guardian and the nominating student must satisfy specific Department of Home Affairs Student Guardian Visa requirements.
Guardian Relationship
You must be the parent, person with legal custody, or an eligible relative aged 21 or older nominated in writing by the student's parent.
Age of the Student
You must be providing care and support for a student visa holder who is under 18 years of age, or 18+ in highly exceptional circumstances.
590 Visa Financial Requirements
You must prove access to sufficient funds covering travel, course fees, and AUD $29,710 in annual living costs to support yourself and the student.
No Children Under 6
You generally cannot be granted this visa if you have any family members under 6 years old, unless there are compelling or compassionate reasons.
Welfare Arrangements for Non-Migrating Children
If you have children under 18 remaining in your home country, you must prove you have arranged adequate welfare and support for them.
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)
You must demonstrate strong ties to your home country and prove you genuinely intend to stay in Australia only temporarily to provide support.
Avoid Common Disqualifying Mistakes: Failing to provide bank statements that clearly cover the AUD $29,710 annual living cost threshold, attempting to bring a child under 6 without an explicit exemption, or misunderstanding Student Guardian Visa conditions (such as the strict "no work" rule) will lead to immediate application refusal and loss of your AUD $2,500 fee.
STEP-BY-STEP
How Our Migration Agent Team Handles Your Application
We manage your complete 590 visa workflow—ensuring your financial proofs, welfare arrangements, and temporary entry statements withstand rigorous Departmental scrutiny.
01
Welfare & Nomination Audit
We verify the student's age, ensure custody documentation is clear, and draft written nominations if you are applying as an eligible relative.
02
Financial Capacity Assembly
We structure your bank statements, loans, or sponsor income proofs to satisfy the strict statutory annual living cost thresholds.
03
Health Cover Setup
We coordinate your mandatory Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) alongside the student's OSHC policy to cover your entire stay.
04
Digital ImmiAccount Lodgement
We lodge your complete Subclass 590 application online via ImmiAccount, processing the AUD $2,500 Department of Home Affairs fee.
05
Clearances & Grant
We manage any subsequent requests for medical examinations, police checks, or biometrics until your guardian visa is granted.
EVIDENCE CHECKLIST
Documents Required for the Subclass 590
A successful Student Guardian Visa application requires structured documentation proving identity, financial capacity, and home country ties.
Identity & Relationship
- Valid passport bio-data pages for the guardian and the student
- Birth certificates showing parentage or legal custody papers
- Written nomination from a parent (if applying as an eligible relative)
- Proof of welfare arrangements for children left in your home country
Financial & GTE Proofs
- Bank statements or loan documents proving access to at least AUD $29,710 for living costs
- Proof of funds to cover travel and the student's tuition fees
- Letter from an employer in your home country confirming approved leave
- Evidence of property ownership or strong family ties in your home country
Health & Character
- Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) policy certificate
- National police character certificates from countries lived in for 12+ months
- Completed Form 80 for character assessment
- Health examination completion slip (if requested)
INVESTMENT & TIMELINES
590 Visa Cost & Processing Schedule
Understanding the costs and processing timelines helps parents align their travel with the start of the student's academic semester.
Department of Home Affairs Fees
AUD 2,500
How much does the 590 visa cost? The primary applicant government visa application charge is AUD $2,500. Additional charges apply if you include eligible secondary applicants (though this is highly restricted).
* Fees are set by the Department and subject to change — confirm current fees during your initial assessment.
Our Agency Service Fee
Case-Dependent
Our professional service fees are tailored to the complexity of your application. We evaluate your financial evidence, relationship documentation, and Genuine Temporary Entrant profile before providing a clear, fixed-quote quotation without hourly billing.
* Our fee covers financial audits, GTE statement formulation, and full ImmiAccount representation.
Typical Processing Timelines
32 – 70 Days
What is the 590 Visa processing time? Standard processing typically ranges from 32 to 70 days. We generally coordinate the 590 application alongside the student's 500 visa application to ensure both are processed efficiently together.
* Clean, decision-ready applications with verified financial proofs tend to be processed significantly faster.
MARN 2619225
Why Work With a Registered Agent for Your 590 Visa?
What is the Subclass 590 Student Guardian Visa? It is a temporary permit that provides crucial welfare support for young students in Australia. However, the Department of Home Affairs heavily scrutinizes these applications to ensure the guardian has a genuine intention to stay temporarily and will not use the visa as a backdoor to permanent migration.
A frequent cause of visa refusal is failing the 590 visa financial requirements. Because Student Guardian Visa conditions strictly prohibit working in Australia, case officers require unequivocal proof that you have genuine access to at least AUD $29,710 in liquid funds to support yourself and the student. Submitting unverified bank statements or failing to arrange adequate welfare for non-migrating children left at home will result in immediate rejection.
As registered MARN professionals, we audit your financial standing and draft robust Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) submissions. We ensure both the student's Subclass 500 visa and your Subclass 590 visa are perfectly aligned, protecting your AUD $2,500 investment and securing your ability to care for your child in Australia.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, direct answers regarding the Student Guardian Visa eligibility, conditions, and work restrictions.
What is the Subclass 590 Student Guardian Visa?
The Subclass 590 Student Guardian Visa is a temporary visa that allows a parent, legal custodian, or eligible relative to live in Australia to provide care and support for an international student holding a Subclass 500 visa who is under 18 years of age (or over 18 in exceptional circumstances).
Who can apply for the 590 visa?
You can apply if you are the student's parent, legal custodian, or a relative who is 21 years or older and has been nominated in writing by a parent or custodian. You must also satisfy genuine temporary entrant requirements and have sufficient funds.
How much does the 590 visa cost?
The Department of Home Affairs primary applicant government visa application charge for the 590 visa is AUD $2,500. Additional government application charges apply if you include eligible dependent children, though children under 6 are generally not permitted.
Can I work on a Student Guardian Visa?
No. Strict Student Guardian Visa conditions dictate that you are not permitted to work in Australia. You must rely on your demonstrated financial capacity to support yourself and the student during your stay.
How long can a guardian stay on the 590 visa?
A guardian can generally stay in Australia for the same duration as the student's visa, or until the student turns 18 years of age, whichever occurs first.
Can both parents apply for a Student Guardian Visa?
Generally, only one person can hold a Student Guardian visa for a specific student at any given time. If another parent wishes to visit, they may need to explore standard Visitor Visas (Subclass 600).
Ready to Support Your Child in Australia?
Speak directly with registered MARN migration agents in Melbourne. Send us a message on WhatsApp to discuss your 590 visa financial requirements, welfare arrangements, and joint lodgement with the Student Visa.