Per applicant
Permits parents, guardians, and close relatives of student visa holders to accompany their children during their Australian studies. The visa duration aligns with the student’s visa validity.
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The 590 visa is for parents, legal guardians, or close relatives (excluding cousins) of student visa holders. The guardian must satisfy financial requirements for both themselves and the student, arrange accommodation, and cover student-related expenses. Visa holders cannot work or study while in Australia.
Must be a parent, legal guardian, or close relative (not a cousin) of the student visa holder.
Must demonstrate capacity to meet financial requirements for both themselves and the student, including accommodation and student expenses.
Adequate health insurance coverage is mandatory for the entire stay.
If the applicant has dependent children under 6, compelling and compassionate reasons must exist for the grant.
Certain current visa holders cannot apply (403, 485, 600, and others). Must hold or have held a substantive visa within the previous 28 days.
590 visa holders cannot work or study while holding the visa in Australia.
