1. Personal & Identity Documents

• Current Passport: High-resolution scan of the bio-page (must be valid for at least 6 months).
• National ID Card: Indian Aadhaar Card or PAN Card (translated if not in English).
• Passport Photos: Two recent digital biometric photos.
• Birth Certificate: Required for all applicants and dependents.

2. Educational Evidence (The “6-Month Rule”)

You must lodge within 6 months of the date on your Completion Letter.

• Completion Letter: Official letter from your university stating the course start/end dates and that you met all requirements.
• Academic Transcripts: Final official transcripts showing all subjects completed.
• CRICOS Details: Evidence that your course was registered for at least 92 weeks (2 academic years).

3. English Proficiency (New 2026 Rules)

• One-Year Validity: Your test (IELTS/PTE) must be less than 12 months old at the time of lodgment.
• Minimum Score: IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 5.5) or PTE Academic equivalent (57 overall, no band below 42).
• No “One Skill Retake”: For the 485 visa, the score must be achieved in a single sitting.

4. Health & Character Requirements

• AFP Check: You must provide the receipt of your Australian Federal Police check application (must be applied for before lodgment).
• OVHC (Health Insurance): Evidence of “Overseas Visitor Health Cover.” Your policy must be active from the day your Student Visa expires.
• Health Exam: Use your HAP ID from your ImmiAccount to book a medical exam with Bupa Visa Services if your previous one is older than 12 months.

5. 2026 Critical Updates for Indians