Australia continues to be one of the most preferred study destinations for Indian students. However, one of the most confusing parts of the Australia Student Visa (Subclass 500) process is understanding the financial documents—especially parents’ ITR (Income Tax Returns).
Students often ask:
How many years of ITR are required?
How much income is considered sufficient?
Can multiple ITRs be filed in one year?
What mistakes should be avoided?
Let’s explain everything clearly and honestly, step by step.
✅ How Many Years of Parents’ ITR Are Required for Australia Study Visa?
For an Australian study visa, parents’ ITR should be at least 2 years old.
Key points:
A minimum of 2 consecutive financial years of ITR is required
Both ITRs should be filed on time, not at the last moment
Visa officers check financial consistency, not just figures
👉 Filing only one year’s ITR is not considered sufficient
👉 Sudden or last-minute filing creates doubt in the application
✅ How Much Parents’ Income Is Required (via ITR)?
A strong and acceptable income range generally falls between:
✔️ ₹10 lakh to ₹15 lakh per year
Important notes:
Income should be above ₹10 lakh annually
₹12–15 lakh helps create a stronger financial profile
Income must appear stable and genuine, not fluctuating sharply
👉 Higher income does not automatically guarantee approval
👉 Lower income does not always mean refusal, if explained properly
❌ Common Mistake: Filing Multiple Years’ ITR Together
One of the biggest reasons for visa rejection is incorrect ITR filing.
❌ What NOT to do:
Filing two or more years of ITR in the same financial year
Creating ITR history only when applying for the visa
Australian immigration authorities can easily check:
Filing dates
Year-wise income patterns
Authenticity and consistency
👉 ITRs must be filed year by year, not combined later.
✅ How Many ITRs Should Be Filed in One Financial Year?
✔️ Only one ITR per financial year should be filed
✔️ Multiple ITRs in one year = serious red flag
✔️ Over-filing or manipulation can lead to visa refusal
Australia follows a very transparent verification system, so only genuine documents should be submitted.
👨👩👧 Whose ITR Is Accepted for Sponsorship?
Usually accepted sponsors include:
Father
Mother
Both parents (combined income can be shown)
Accepted income sources:
Salaried parents – Salary ITR
Business/self-employed parents – Business ITR
👉 Every student profile is different
👉 The same financial structure does not apply to everyone
⚠️ Important Truth Students Must Know
High ITR alone does not guarantee a visa
Lower ITR alone does not guarantee rejection
✅ Visa approval is based on:
Genuine financial history
Logical academic profile
Proper GTE statement
Correct and transparent documentation
That’s why expert guidance is more important than just numbers.
🤝 FREE Counselling at My Immigrator – 100% Honest Guidance
Many students face rejection simply because they follow wrong advice or incomplete information.
At My Immigrator, we provide FREE counselling, where we:
✅ Review your parents’ ITR in detail
✅ Explain whether your profile is visa-ready or needs improvement
✅ Suggest the right strategy (apply now or wait)
✅ Prepare documentation correctly and legally
✅ Guide you step-by-step throughout the visa process
📌 Free counselling means clarity before filing, not regret after refusal.
🚀 Final Summary
For an Australia study visa:
✅ Parents’ ITR must be minimum 2 years old
✅ Annual income should ideally be ₹10–15 lakh
❌ Do NOT file multiple ITRs in one year
✅ Only one ITR per financial year is acceptable
✅ Documents must be genuine, consistent, and well-explained
If you want clear, truthful, and professional guidance, speak to experts before applying.
📍 Get FREE Counselling Today
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