The new Genuine Student (GS) requirement has replaced the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement. This is effective for all student visa applications from 23 March 2024. The GS requirement is a key part of the student visa application procedure and has a list of targeted questions. The new GS requirement replaces the prior 300-word statement with a series of focused questions. These questions tell visa decision-makers about the student and their reasons for seeking to study in Australia.
What Questions are asked under Genuine Student Requirement?
Q1. Give details of the applicant’s current circumstances. This includes ties to family, community, employment and economic circumstances.
Q2. Explain why the applicant wishes to study this course in Australia with this particular education provider. This must also explain their understanding of the requirments of the intended course and studying and living in Australia.
Q3. Explain how completing the course will be of benefit to the applicant.
Q4. Give details of any other relevant information the applicant would like to include.
Answers must be written in English, with a maximum of 150 words per question.
There is an additional question for those applicants who have previously held a student visa of those who are lodging an application in Australia from a non-student visa.
Generic statements with unsupported documents and evidence are not given significant weight in GS assessment. It is very important to provide all documents and evidence as claimed by the student. The visa officer will analyze all answers in order to determine if the student is genuinely aiming to study in Australia.