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How to Show Bank Balance for Australian Student Visa from Nepal

Abroadly Team
July 8, 2026
6 min read

One of the primary reasons for Australian student visa refusals from Nepal is weak financial documentation. Under the Subclass 500 visa rules, you must prove that you have genuine access to sufficient funds to support your tuition and living costs.

How Much Do You Need to Show?

You must show funds covering: 1st-year tuition fees + 1st-year living expenses (currently AUD 29,710) + return airfare (usually AUD 2,000). If you are bringing dependents, you must show additional living costs for them.

Acceptable Financial Sources in Nepal

  • Education Loan from recognized commercial banks (Class A banks in Nepal).
  • Genuine Bank Deposits held in a commercial bank for at least 3 months.
  • Government Provident Fund (PF) or Citizen Investment Trust (CIT) statements.

Verifying Source of Funds

Simply placing cash in a bank account is not enough. You must show the sources of this money, such as annual salary certificates, business audit reports, agricultural land leases, or property sales, along with tax clearance certificates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which banks are accepted for Australian visa in Nepal?

Only commercial banks (Class 'A' banks approved by Nepal Rastra Bank) are accepted. Development banks and cooperatives are not accepted.

Who can sponsor my studies in Australia?

Acceptable sponsors include immediate family members: parents, grandparents, siblings, and spouses. Distant relatives are rarely accepted.

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