Compare fees, validity and work hours across popular destinations, then open a country page for the full requirements and conditions.
Popular destinations side by side — choose a visa type and compare fees, validity and work rights.
Student visa — F-1
For any full-time language or university program
Government fee
AUD283
In local currency USD 185
Interview fee + USD 350 SEVIS fee
Validity
Program length
As shown on the I-20
Work rights
20 hours
Per week on campus during term
Application system
DS-160 + SEVIS
Student visa — Study Permit
For study of more than 6 months
Government fee
AUD168
In local currency CAD 150
+ CAD 85 biometrics fee
Lowest base feeValidity
Course length + 90 days
Work rights
24 hours
Per week off campus during term
Application system
IRCC Portal
Student visa — Student 500
For study of more than 3 months
Government fee
AUD2,000
For the main applicant · paid to the government
Validity
Up to 5 years
Depends on the length of the course
Work rights
48 hours
Per fortnight during term
Application system
ImmiAccount
Student visa — Fee Paying Student
For study of more than 3 months
Government fee
AUD680
In local currency NZD 750
For the main applicant
Validity
Course length
Work rights
25 hours
Per week for eligible programs
Application system
Immigration NZ Online
What we handle for you
We make sure your documents are complete to avoid a refusal or delays.
We open your account and lodge the application in the country’s official system.
We respond to requests for extra documents on your behalf.
What students ask most
Yes, in some countries and only for a short time — it varies by country, and you’ll find it on each country’s page.
Straight after you receive your offer, and at least two months before your start date.
Government fees are separate from our service fee — contact us for a quote before you start.
Fees and conditions are a guide only and subject to updates from each country’s official authorities.
