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Mongolian Student FAQ - Application Process

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Student Visas

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Application Process

1. If I am unable to access the website, how can I obtain an application pack?
You can obtain an application pack by:
contacting the Australian Embassy and asking for a form to be sent to you; or
• asking for a form from the Immigration Client Services Counter of the Australian Embassy.

2. How long does it take to get a student visa?
It currently takes approximately 6 weeks from the time of application lodgement to when we carry out a pre-visa assessment (PVA). This period can vary. If additional documentation is required, it may take longer. If the application passes PVA stage, you will be notified. You must then provide DIAC with completed medicals, a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and your passport within a prescribed period.

3. Where do I lodge my visa application?
All Mongolian student visas are processed at the Australian Embassy in Beijing (People’s Republic of China). You can lodge your visa application in two ways:

1. Over the Immigration Client Service Counter at the Australian Embassy, Beijing; or

2. Posting the application to the following address:

Australian Embassy, Immigration Section
21 Dongzhimenwai Dajie
Sanlitun,
Beijing P.R.China 100600

Remember to include all required supporting documents. You should also ensure you pay the correct visa application charge. For further information see: Visa Application Charges.

4. How much is the student visa application charge?
To find the current student Visa Application Charge (VAC) go to Visa Application Charges.

5. How should I pay the visa application charge?
Payment of the visa application charge can be made in one of the ways detailed at Visa Application Charges. Please note that visa application fees do change from time to time and you should check our website for the most up to date fees.

6. Can I ask a friend of mine in Australia to pay the visa application fee in Australian dollars on my behalf?
Yes. A receipt will be issued to whoever pays the visa application fee on your behalf – you must attach the original of this receipt to the front of your visa application. You need to clearly indicate on the receipt that it relates to your visa application by recording your family and given names in English and your date of birth.

7. Is there any way that my application can be processed more quickly than other applicants?
No. Applications are processed in order of when they were lodged. Please lodge your application early enough to allow you to obtain a visa before your course start date. Ensure you take note of the average processing times. However, in exceptional circumstances please contact us in writing to explain why an expedition may be required.

8. When should I pay my tuition fees?
You should not pay your tuition fees unless DIAC informs you that you have passed the pre-visa assessment stage and requests that you obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment and have a medical examination.

9. When should I do my medical examination?
Please refer to the Health Requirements page.

10. Where can I go to do my medical examination?
An approved Panel Doctor must conduct the medical examination. A list of approved Panel Doctors can be found at http://www.immi.gov.au/contacts/panel-doctors/index.htm.

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