Extend Your Stay with a Student Visa
Transition seamlessly from your Work Holiday Visa to a Student Visa without leaving Australia. Apply onshore and continue your journey while studying. Maintain your work rights, extend your stay for up to 5+ years, and access pathways to permanent residency.
Start YourJourney
Connect with our education consultants to learn more about trade courses and student visa options in Australia.
Your Extension Options
Compare your options and see why converting to a Student Visa is the best choice for extending your stay in Australia
Second WHV
- Extended stay (1-2 years)
- Work full time
- Eligibility restrictions apply
- 6 months per employer limit
- No PR pathway
- 88 days regional work required
Student Visa
- Extend stay (course duration)
- Work 48 hrs/fortnight
- Apply onshore
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Full-time study required
- Course fees apply
TSS 482 Visa
- Work full-time (up to 4 years)
- Pathway to PR (if on MLTSSL)
- Can include family members
- Apply from within Australia
- Requires employer sponsorship
- 2 years work experience required
- English language requirements
Ready to Extend Your Stay?
Why Choose Student Visa?
Don’t lose everything you’ve built in Australia. Here’s why converting to a Student Visa is your best option
Extend your stay without leaving Australia
Pathway to PR
How We Help You Convert Your WHV?
Our streamlined process ensures you can transition from Work Holiday Visa to Student Visa seamlessly – no need to leave Australia
Assess Your Situation
Choose Your Course
Apply for Student Visa
Start Studying & Working
Ready to Extend Your Stay?
Real Students, Real Results
See how carpentry training in Australia has helped students achieve their career goals and secure permanent residency
From Student visa to PR
Ian is a previous PTA student and client who has successfully went from student visa to graduate work visa to lodging his PR application in roughly 3 years. This is his story.
Bruna's Pathway to PR
“From my first day in class to getting my PR, Pathway to Aus made every part of the process simple. They handled the stressful bits so I could just focus on studying and working.”
From Carpentry Student to PR
“Pathway to Aus handled every step for me, from study to skilled migration. They kept me informed, supported me through the tricky parts, and made the whole experience stress free.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers from the Pathway to Aus team to the most common questions
Do I need to leave Australia to apply for a Student Visa?
Can I apply for a Student Visa while my WHV is still valid?
What happens if my WHV expires while waiting for my Student Visa?
Can I work while waiting for my Student Visa to be approved?
Top 3 Student Visa Mistakes to Avoid
In this video, Brad shares real insights on what often leads to student visa refusals and how to avoid them. Watch until the end for expert advice that could save your application. Don’t risk your visa and hit play to learn how to do it right!GET IN TOUCH
In case of questions, feel free to reach out to one of our experienced Registered Migration Agents.
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