Requirements for student visa holders
Most international students who are accepted to study full-time at UQ apply for and come to Australia on a Student visa (subclass 500).
From 2 October 2026, there are new rules for Student visas (subclass 500) and Student Guardian visas (subclass 590). The rules change who can apply for and be granted a visa while in Australia, and whether family members can be included.
Make sure you know how the new rules affect you before making visa, study, travel or relocation plans. For more information see Changes to Student visa application rules.
Enrolment requirements for student visa holders
International students on a student visa are required to:
- Complete their program within the duration specified on their CoE: From 2023, most programs at UQ cannot be commenced or completed fully online.
- Undertake no more than one-third of the entire program by distance or online learning: this is a student visa requirement.
- In each compulsory semester or study period, enrol in at least one course that is not by distance or online learning, unless you are in enrolled in the last course in your program.
Complying with visa conditions
As a student visa holder you must also comply with all visa conditions. These may include:
- maintaining enrolment in a CRICOS-registered program
- maintaining satisfactory course progress and attendance
- holding approved Overseas Student Health Cover while you're in Australia
- telling UQ immediately if you change your Australian address or contact details.