@Nikki18 said:
Hello everyone,
I have a question about the student visa. Is it possible to have a dependent in VET courses? Are the work rights the same as the main applicant's, or do they depend on the case officer?
Thank you.
Here po:
Work Rights – Secondary (Dependent) Visa Holder – Condition 8104
Spouses and children of students can generally work for 48 hours per fortnight under the 8104 condition (from July 1, 2023). The work rights for secondary visa holders come into effect when the main student commences studies. The dependent can only work 48 hours per fortnight – whether it is during semester or during semester break.
If the student is studying a Masters or PhD, dependents can work full time.
The 8104 condition carries the following recommendation from the Department of Home Affairs:
Source: https://studyoptions.com/australian-visas-partners-and-families/