Getting the first visa was pretty difficult and required a lot of paperwork. The renewal process was much easier as you just had to prove your studies are progr

Getting the first visa was pretty difficult and required a lot of paperwork. The renewal process was much easier as you just had to prove your studies are progressing on time and that you have a source of income and private healthcare (you're not eligible for public healthcare). It takes a few months for them to process the decision, which makes it pretty stressful.