Studying In Australia

Student Visa Changes: What You Need to Know in 2024

Student Visa Changes: What You Need to Know in 2024

The Australian Government has recently announced significant updates regarding student visa (subclass 500). Some of the key changes including: New genuine student requirement New English requirement Increase to financial capacity These updates are designed to ensure that international students meet specific criteria, enhancing integrity and quality of international education. New Genuine Student Requirement The Genuine Student (GS) requirement will replace…

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2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa (485 visa): Key Changes Explained

Revised Overview of the Australian Temporary Graduate Visa (485 Visa) Changes Effective July 2024 The Australian Government is set to implement significant modifications to its Temporary Graduate visa program, following its latest Migration Strategy announcement. These updates are expected to take effect from 1 July 2024, pending the approval of necessary legislative amendments. Updates to the 485 Visa – Graduate…

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Changes to International Students Working Hours

Changes to International Students Working Hours Breaking news! Prime Minister recently announced there will be changes for international students working hour limit. Currently, international students are subjected to condition 8105, which is the 40 hour per fortnight work limitation, unless you are studying a Masters by Research or a PhD then this condition does not apply to you. In 2021,…

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Why Registered Migration Agents Are Critical For A Successful Visa Application

Why Registered Migration Agents Are Critical For A Successful Visa Application

Lodging a visa application without professional assistance may seem attempting as it may appear saving some money in the short term, but there are hidden risks and costs right there people need to be aware of. In this article, we will be discussing how a migration agent can assist you with your visa application and consequently overcome some of the…

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Revised Financial Requirement for Student and Student Guardian Visa from October 2019

Revised Financial Requirement for Student and Student Guardian Visa from October 2019

From 23 October 2019, student (Subclass 500) and student guardian (Subclass 590) visa applicant will need to show an increased amount of funds available to account for the increased living costs in line with the consumer price index. Subclass 500 Student Visa Application Annual Living Costs (AUD) School/Course Fees Primary Applicant 21,041* – Course fees for the first 12 months…

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