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How much do youneed to show?

Calculate the minimum funds required for your Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500) — including tuition, living costs, and dependants.

Based on current Department of Home Affairs requirements · Updated 2026 · MARA-registered advice available

Calculate Your Minimum Funds

First year tuition fee (AUD)

Enter the total tuition for year one of your course

Amount already paid to institution (AUD)

Deposit or upfront payment already made

Spouse / partner coming with you?

Dependent children under 5 or over 18

School-aged children (5–18 years)

Includes an additional AUD $13,502/year for school fees per child

Estimated return airfare (AUD)

Default AUD $2,000. Adjust based on your country of origin.

What these numbers mean

The Department of Home Affairs requires you to demonstrate that you have genuine access to these funds — not just that the money exists somewhere. Bank statements are the most common form of evidence, and they need to show the funds have been sitting there for at least 3–6 months.

Sudden large deposits raise red flags. If a family member is sponsoring you, you'll also need to show proof of your relationship and their capacity to support you.

This calculator gives you the minimum required figure. In practice, case officers like to see more than the minimum — especially for applicants from higher-scrutiny countries. We'll tell you honestly what your specific situation needs when you book a call.

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We prepare financial evidence packages every week. Book a free call and we'll tell you exactly what your application needs.

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