Definition of a domestic student

A domestic applicant is an applicant who is one of the following:

• Australian citizen (including Australian citizens with dual citizenship)
• New Zealand citizen or a diplomatic or consular representative of New Zealand, a member of the staff of such a representative or the spouse or dependent relative of such a representative, excluding those with Australian citizenship (Note: includes any such persons who have Permanent Resident status)
• a permanent humanitarian visa holder
• a holder of a permanent visa other than a permanent humanitarian visa

If you don't hold one of the above visas or citizenships, you will apply as an international student.

Related links:

• Refugee and humanitarian visas