Source: Study International — 2026-04-21
Not legal advice. Always consult a MARA-registered migration agent for your specific situation.
What changed
This article lists 10 affordable countries for Indian students to study in, comparing tuition fees and living expenses. It does not announce any Australian visa policy change, immigration rule update, or deadline affecting your current or future visa status.
What this means for you
If you are considering studying abroad, this content compares cost of living in countries outside Australia — it has no direct impact on 482, 485, 189, 190, or 500 visa holders already in Australia or planning to migrate here. If you're deciding whether to study in Australia versus elsewhere, use this for budgeting, but remember Australia's skill migration pathway may still be your best route to permanent residency.
Action items
- [ ] If considering a move to Australia for study + migration, compare this article's figures against actual Australian student visa costs and living expenses in your target city
- [ ] Speak to a registered migration agent (MARA) about how your study pathway feeds into skilled migration eligibility
Who is affected
International students and prospective migrants considering where to study before applying for Australian skilled migration visas.
Visa types: 500 Audience: students