With the announcement that Australia will reopen its borders for all visa holders from 21 February, we see an increased interest in language schools in Australia. Let us remind you that, as in all other countries, travelers must be vaccinated twice.
The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) is also running a $3 million campaign to attract more international students and is promoting a refund of the AU$630 visa application fee for fully vaccinated international student visa holders arriving in Australia between 19 January 2022 and 19 March.
What are the Conditions for Getting a Work Permit in Australia?
Students can enroll in a 12-week program to get a work permit, but we recommend a minimum of 16 weeks. The 12-week period can create a negative perception for the visa. Keeping the time long will create a more positive impression on their side. Students who receive visa approval can start working from the first day of arrival. You could legally work 40 hours in two weeks, but with the latest statement, we would like to share with you that this has been bent. Yet you should remember that the main purpose of the program you are enrolled in is to learn English. The more you are absent from school, the more likely your school will cancel your visa.
Before applying for a visa, you must also have a medical and travel insurance. You can get this done by the school or by yourself, through an outsourced insurance company. The main point is to choose an insurance company that is valid in Australia. Generally, schools prefer a company called BUPA. You can also learn about what it covers from the relevant people when you go to school. But it is useful to know in general that many insurances do not cover aesthetic, dental and eye examinations.
Accommodation in Australia
When you apply through language schools, the school will present you with offers for your 4-week stay. However, you may want to change your accommodation afterwards. In such cases, you can use the links below.
Job Search
After arranging your accommodation, your interest will turn to looking for a job. We share links that can help you with this below. However, we should point out that the environment you create will provide the fastest job opportunity. Being socially active will help you learn English while also helping you find a good job.
https://www.betterteam.com/gumtree
If we consider the length of your stay in Australia, opening a bank account will be advantageous both for the security of your money and for its use. You can choose banks with widespread branches. You can easily open a bank account with your passport and visa documents.