| Offer | Form I-20 from an SEVP-approved school; SEVIS registration | Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) reference | Letter of acceptance from a DLI; provincial or territorial attestation letter; CAQ for Quebec | Confirmation of Enrolment for each course |
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| Identity | Passport valid six months beyond the stay; DS-160 confirmation; photo uploaded to the DS-160 | Passport; identity proved through the app or a visa application centre | Passport information page; two passport photos with name and date of birth on the back | Passport for the applicant and each family member |
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| Funds | Evidence of how educational, living and travel costs will be paid, if the officer asks | First-year fees per the CAS plus living costs held 28 days; or loan or sponsor evidence | Proof of funds for first-year tuition, transport and living costs; a plan for later years | Evidence of financial capacity if the checklist requires it; living costs, fees and travel, or parental or partner income |
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| English | As the school requires; may be asked at interview | SELT at B2, a UK or English-taught degree with Ecctis confirmation, or the provider’s assessment | As the DLI requires | A listed test within two years at the published minimum, unless exempt; no at-home tests |
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| Health | — | Tuberculosis test results where required; Immigration Health Surcharge paid | Medical examination if staying over six months or as directed | Health examination as directed; Overseas Student Health Cover for the stay |
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| Intent and character | Evidence of intent to depart after the course; academic transcripts and test scores if asked | Parental consent and relationship proof if under 18; ATAS certificate for some postgraduate subjects | A letter of explanation; police certificate if asked; custodian declaration for minors | The Genuine Student statement and evidence; character and Australian values declarations; welfare arrangements if under 18 |
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