Australian student visa: How to check the official checklist without relying on the national assessment level
Updated October 16, 2026. Australian student visa applications must follow the official checklist for each individual case, rather than relying on the "Level 1/2/3" tables for each country shared online.
Does the government make each country's Level public?
The Australian Department of Home Affairs states that it does not publish the evidence levels of countries and educational institutions. Requirements for financial and English language evidence are determined by the combination of the passport country and the educational institution, along with the regulations applicable to the application.
Therefore, do not use the classification of Vietnam as "Level 2" to conclude that approval is easier, paperwork is less, or processing is faster. Evidence levels are not a guarantee of an outcome.
How to check document requirements
- Access the official Document Checklist Tool.
- Select your passport country and the intended educational institution.
- Read the requirements that appear and prepare the corresponding evidence.
- Check again immediately before submitting; attach documents according to the checklist and instructions in ImmiAccount.
Generally, a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for the intended course is required, except in special cases. A school's admission requirements and visa requirements are two separate matters.
Genuine Student (GS)
Student visa applications lodged from March 23, 2024, are subject to the GS requirement: the primary purpose must be study. You must explain your circumstances, reasons for choosing the course/school, academic benefits, and related records using consistent, evidence-backed information. Intent to explore permanent residency (PR) in the future does not automatically disadvantage you under the GS requirement.
Changes as of October 2, 2026
There are new regulations regarding who can lodge/be granted a subclass 500 or 590 visa while in Australia and the inclusion of family members. If you intend to switch visas within Australia, continue your studies, or bring family members along or over later, please check the specific guidance before paying tuition fees, booking flights, or relocating.
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