Can I bring my family?
Yes! Bringing your family can be a really rewarding experience. It’s a chance for your loved ones to explore a new place, experience a different culture and be part of your journey. They can also improve their English and support you while you study.
Bringing family members is subject to Australian Government visa requirements, including health and character checks, evidence and financial capacity.
For full details on how to include your family in your student visa application, visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Can I bring my partner?
Yes. You can bring your spouse or de facto partner to Tasmania. You can do this by including them as secondary applicant in your visa application.
Conditions, eligibility and work rights for partners depend on your visa.
Check the latest requirements and your partner’s visa conditions on the Department of Home Affairs website or via Visa Entitlement Verification Online system (VEVO).
Can I bring my child or children?
Yes. You can bring your children, but they must be under 18 when a decision is made on your visa application. If they’re 18 or older, they’ll need to apply for their own visa.
If you’re planning to bring children, it’s a good idea to research early:
- the type of care that suits your child
- costs and fees
- location (for example, close to home or campus)
Many services have waiting lists, so it’s worth making enquiries as soon as you can, even joining a few waitlists while you decide what works best.
Under Australian law, school attendance is compulsory for all children aged between 6 and 17. If you are coming to Australia on a student visa with children, ensuring they are enrolled in school is a mandatory visa condition.
If you’re on a temporary resident visa, your children can attend Tasmanian Government schools through the Temporary Resident Program (TRP) page.
For visa eligibility and requirements for children, refer to the Department of Home Affairs website.
Can I bring a parent or guardian?
Yes, but under one key condition: you must be under 18.
If you are, the Australian Government allows a parent or guardian to come with you to support you during your studies.
For visa eligibility and requirements to bring a parent or guardian, visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
Can my family join me later?
Yes, but there’s one important step, you need to list all your family members in your initial student visa application, even if they’re not coming right away.
If you don’t include them at this stage, they won’t be eligible to apply for a student visa to join you later.
For more information on visa conditions and changes to applications, visit the the Department of Home Affairs website.
Can I get support for me and my family?
Absolutely. Your education provider is there to help both you and your family settle into life in Tasmania.
They can support you with things like:
- finding accommodation
- childcare and schooling options
- settling into the community.
Some providers also offer:
- on-campus or nearby childcare
- English classes for partners and family members.
Reaching out early can make the whole process a lot smoother for everyone.