TRC — study
Students/interns on DH who qualify for a Temporary Residence Card.
- ValidityUp to 5 years, tied to the course
- Processing5 days
Fees are confirmed in your personal quote.

A temporary residence card (TRC) replaces repeated visas for students and interns (symbol DH). It carries the same symbol as the visa and lasts up to 5 years, tied to the course, and never beyond the passport. The sponsor applies to the Immigration Department.
- Who it is for
- Students/interns on DH who qualify for a Temporary Residence Card.
- Validity
- Up to 5 years, tied to the course
- Processing time
- 5 days
- Stay card for students who qualify. Not a work card.
Who this is for
Students/interns on DH who qualify for a Temporary Residence Card.
- What you need to show
- DH holders may be considered for temporary residence cards under Immigration amendment/Q&A materials listing DH among eligible symbols.
- Work
- Not a work card.
- Education
- Ongoing study/internship with inviting institution.
- Sponsor
- Inviting school/institution; Immigration dossier.
- Other conditions
- TRC tied to the course
- Renewable
- Yes
TRC — study