Before submitting a matter Let's get to know the Australian visa first. Each type of Australian visa Divided according to the purpose of the traveler Therefore, before travelers make an application, it is necessary to study to be sure of the type of visa that they will apply for. It really meets the purpose of the trip. Because each type of visa has requirements, regulations, documents for submission. Including the length of stay varies.

1. Tourist visa (Type 600) for travel, visiting friends/relatives or participating in language training/short-term study activities (less than 3 months).
2. Work and Holiday Visa (Type 462) Applicants must meet age, English language proficiency and meet quota requirements from the Department of Children and Youth Activities which is available online once a year. This type of visa allows the visa holder to stay in Australia for more than 12 months.
3. Visa to enter and exit the country (Transit Visa) to travel to another country. and need to travel to another category within 72 hours
4. Student Visa (Type 500) for students entering a full course of study. Must study full-time in courses that last more than 3 months only.
5. Temporary work visa (Type 400) Visa holder invited or sponsored by an organization/agency Is a person with high experience and expertise.

In addition to the temporary Australian visa There are also permanent visas, including family visas, work visas and business visas, etc.

For students who want to study in Australia. You can apply for a student visa (Student Visa 500), which is temporary. Used for short-term language study up to university studies. The visa holder is required to study full-time and study in a program with a duration of more than 3 months (up to a maximum program of 5 years).

The Australian visa fee is approximately AUD$ 650. However, visa applicants will have to pay additional expenses such as a health examination fee of 3,500 - 5,200 baht and a fingerprint and vision scan fee of 851 baht ( Biometric)

It is well known that applying for a visa involves a detailed process. In addition, the supporting documents for visa application are another factor that influences the consideration of embassy officials. Therefore, visa applicants should follow the steps correctly. Ready to prepare documents This is especially true for those applying for student visas. Because applying for a student visa requires documents showing English proficiency and a graduation certificate.

1. Fill out the application form at the ImmiAccount website. Then fill in your personal details. which before doing this step Applicants must first receive the Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE) document from the educational institution. This is because you must enter the 8-digit number specified in the document.
2. Write GTE (Genuine temporary entrant) It is a written description of the applicant in English, showing the purpose of entering the country, the course of study, the name of the school, the start date of study, the duration of study, and travel plans. To make the embassy understand that we have a firm plan and will return to Thailand as scheduled.
3. Attach important documents Such as passport, copy of ID card, house registration, birth certificate, copy of academic results/educational qualifications, English test results, work certification documents, and financial evidence, etc.

   English test results	For example, a certificate from a language school or IELTS, TOEFL, or TOEIC test results.
   Financial evidence	Including a certificate of financial status and Bank Statement for the past 6 months by the bank. (For an Australian visa, at least 320,000 baht in the account for 6 months of study) or a certificate of annual income of the sponsor of at least AUD$ 62,222.

4. pay the fee Via credit card or Paypal in the amount of AUD$ 620 (including VAT).
5. Make an appointment with the VFS Australia Visa Application Center. To collect Biometric data after receiving a letter informing the collection of information from the embassy. By bringing the appointment form to show on the appointment date.
6. Prepare for a telephone interview
7. Waiting for visa results

There are many factors that cause an Australian visa application to be rejected, such as requesting the wrong type of visa, incomplete documents, incorrectly completed forms, documents not translated into English, evidence of financial instability, or lack of Contact proof, incorrect photo Including not being able to answer interview questions, so visa applicants should prepare documents and take correct pictures to apply for an Australian visa.

When taking a photo for an Australian visa, use a 2-inch photo with a plain background, a straight face, and modest attire.

Student visa holders You can legally work part-time up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during school holidays.

Australia It is a country where English is used to communicate. There are many different cultures and nationalities, so if you have the opportunity to study and stay in Australia for a period of time. Of course, your English communication skills and outlook on life will become more open and international.

Australia is also a country that welcomes international students. Therefore, there are many post-study job opportunity programs such as the “Post-Study Work stream” which allows you to continue working in Australia. 2-4 years (depending on applicant's qualifications)

Creating life experiences for yourself You need to take yourself out of your comfort zone, which is studying or traveling abroad for a period of time. It will make you learn more than just staying in one place. And when you meet people with different ideas. It will make you think broadly and move forward.