🇱🇰 Sri Lanka → 🇦🇺 Australia

Study in Australia from Sri Lanka

Studying in Australia from Sri Lanka pairs strong nursing and engineering programmes with a multi-year post-study visa, anchored by a convincing Genuine Temporary Entrant statement.

Tuition AUD 20,000–AUD 45,000/year Visa 4–8 wks Free for students

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

From

🇦🇺 Australia

4–8 wks

Visa

Subclass 485 Graduate Visa

Post-study

Australia hosts a sizeable Sri Lankan student community and offers the Subclass 485 graduate visa of two to four years, making it a leading choice for those with long-term plans. Nursing, engineering and IT are particularly strong.

The Subclass 500 visa turns on the Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement, so a well-prepared statement of purpose is as important as your grades and funds.

Credential steps and the GTE statement from Sri Lanka

Apply to Australian institutions, obtain University Grants Commission equivalency where requested, and have your transcripts attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Colombo, with IELTS through the British Council. The Subclass 500 visa is lodged online through an ImmiAccount, and Sri Lankan students must write a strong Genuine Temporary Entrant statement; the Australian High Commission in Colombo supports applicants from Sri Lanka.

Costs, scholarships, visa timeline and post-study work

Budget tuition of AUD 20,000–45,000 a year and living costs of AUD 1,400–2,200 a month, with financial proof of around AUD 29,710 covering living, tuition and a return flight. The Subclass 500 visa usually takes 4–8 weeks. Sri Lankan students can apply for Australia Awards or Destination Australia, and graduates may stay on the Subclass 485 visa for two to four years.

Your path from Sri Lanka to Australia

GTE statement is critical — must demonstrate genuine intention to study then return or move on legally. Apply via IMMI account online.

1
Register free & build your profile
Create a student account and tell us your grades, budget and goals. It takes five minutes and costs nothing.
2
Get matched to universities
Our advisors shortlist programmes that fit your profile and explain admission requirements and deadlines.
3
Prepare documents & apply
We help you assemble transcripts, language scores and financial proof, then submit strong applications.
4
Visa & departure support
Once admitted, we guide your student visa application and help you prepare for arrival.

Costs, visa & requirements

Tuition	AUD 20,000–AUD 45,000/year
Living costs	AUD 1,400–2,200/month
Visa type	Student Visa Subclass 500
Financial proof	AUD 29,710 (living + tuition + return flight)
Processing time	4–8 weeks
Language	IELTS 6.0–7.0
Scholarships	Australia Awards, Destination Australia, University Scholarships

In-person support in Colombo

Our Sri Lanka office helps Sri Lanka students with UGC equivalency support, Bank fund verification, British Council IELTS partnership and more — free of charge.

Visit our Sri Lanka office →

Frequently asked questions

What is the GTE requirement for Sri Lankan students?

The Genuine Temporary Entrant statement must show that you genuinely intend to study and have credible plans afterwards. For Sri Lankan applicants it is a central part of the Subclass 500 visa assessment.

How much must I show for an Australian student visa from Sri Lanka?

You must demonstrate around AUD 29,710, which covers living costs, tuition and a return flight, in line with the Subclass 500 financial requirement.

How long can I work in Australia after graduating?

The Subclass 485 graduate visa allows two to four years of post-study work depending on your qualification and study location, with longer terms for some regional study.