Guest harrietcook87 Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Hi, I am new to the forum and just looking for some advice. I am currently here on my second WHV, and spent 9 months back in the UK between my first and second WHV's. I have just applied and been accepted onto a TAFE Enrolled Nursing course. My WHV expires on 6th Sept 2012, and my course doesn't start till end of Jan 2013.....can apply for my student visa while I am still here, or do I have to go back to the UK. I really don't want to have to leave Australia but don't know if there is a solution to be able to stay here between my WHV ending and my student visa beginning. I hope this makes sense....:err: any advice will be much appreciated!! Thank you Harriet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lebourvellec Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Welcome to PIO. You would really need to ask a Registered Migration Agent - I am not sure how far in advance you can apply for a Student visa, but you can not work until your course has started. I dont think there will be an option for you to stay between as it is almost 5 months. Another option would be to apply for a WHV for NZ and apply for student visa while you are there?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connaust Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Just ask DIAC directly? Maybe possible to drop back to a non work rights tourist or visitors visa, you can then apply for students visa October November onshore (but no work rights till study commences). Or do related one term/half semester Certificate course starting September, you can then do one study visa application for both courses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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