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International House (IH) closure - what does this mean international student visa-holders?
IH began in 1989 with multiple campuses built up across the country making it one of the country’s most reputable ELICOS and vocational...
Dec 13, 20242 min read
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WARNING: Financial Capacity Evidence for the 500 Visa increases on May 10, 2024.
Visa applications submitted on or before May 9, 2024 will have their evidence of financial capacity requirements assessed at the previous...
May 8, 20241 min read
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Major changes to 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (TR Visa)
Major changes coming to 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (TR Visa) in 2024
Jan 4, 20242 min read
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Australian International Student HOMESTAY providers will be subject to new Quality Standards
While most homestay accommodation providers for international students offer high-quality service, of course there will always be a...
Oct 11, 20232 min read
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Hotline for International Students to report dodgy VET education providers.
On Oct 4, a 'tip-off' phone reporting service was launched to receive complaints about Vocational Education and Training (VET) colleges.
Oct 4, 20231 min read
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Clarity of CONCURRENT Study Rule for International Students
You must complete 6 months of your principle course before being allowed to apply for a concurrent course (unless you are education provider
Sep 22, 20231 min read
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My course is not eligible for the Extended Graduate Visa - what should I do?
PLEASE BE AWARE: Although this rule was only announced in July 2023, it is highly likely the extended version of the Graduate Visa will...
Sep 14, 20231 min read
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Evidence of Funds Requirement Increasing Oct 2023
From Oct 1, 2023, international students will be expected to have access to $AU 24,505 (cash) for their first year of living expenses...
Aug 28, 20231 min read
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Education Agent Fraud - India
Over 75% of all international students use education agents to assist them in selecting their course, organising the enrolment paperwork...
Aug 17, 20232 min read
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Pacific Training Group (PTG) Closure
It was sad to learn of the closure of Pacific Training Group on July 19, 2023. Pacific Training Group (owned by OHS Media Services Pty...
Aug 7, 20231 min read
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