The changing role of an education agent I have been a part of the international education industry since 2002, and have witnessed significant changes in the landscape of international education, particularly in the role of education agents. Historically, education agents were valued for complementing information with wisdom, empathy, and encouragement throughout the student's [...]
Student visa refused or cancelled - What is Section 48 bar? If you have had a visa cancelled or refused since last arriving in Australia and you are either unlawful (that is – you do not hold a visa) or you hold a bridging visa, you are then in what is called “section 48 [...]
Understanding Skills Assessment Requirements for Australian Skilled Visas Getting an Australian skilled visa is an exciting prospect for many individuals seeking new opportunities and a fresh start. However, amidst the myriad of visa options and application processes, one crucial step stands out: skills assessment. Understanding the intricacies of skills assessment requirements is paramount for [...]
What is happening with the Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189)? Since the budget release, there have been questions about what's happening with the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189). It seems the 189 Visa is slowly being deactivated and many people fear what the future brings and their chances of receiving invitations since the government [...]
Advice for International Students and Their Agents: Navigating Australia’s Migration Program The federal government recently announced Australia's permanent migration program planning levels for the next financial year, setting it at 185,000 places. However, they also proposed a decrease in student visa grants to 260,000 per annum. Given these changes, it’s crucial for international students [...]
Guide to Genuine Student Requirement for Australian Student Visas Introduction The Australian Government has replaced the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement with the Genuine Student (GS) requirement for student visas, effective from March 23, 2024. This new requirement applies to all student visa applications lodged on or after this date. Understanding the Genuine Student [...]
Understanding the Process of AAT Review for Refused Student Visas Navigating the visa application process can be challenging, and receiving a refusal for a student visa can be disheartening. However, if an application has been refused, and the application was lodge in Australia, there is an option to request a review from the Administrative [...]
Australian Student Visa: Requirements, Eligibility, Application Process and Fees update May, 2024 Over the past twenty years, Australia has become a popular travel destination, primarily because of its favorable lifestyle, close proximity to Asia, and high level of safety. The majority of students choose to pursue their education in Australia as their academic destination. [...]
Australia's visa landscape is set to undergo significant changes, particularly concerning the 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa and the 485 Temporary Graduate visa. These changes aim to address the evolving needs of Australia's labor market and the ongoing assessment of skill shortages. Here's a detailed look at the upcoming modifications and what they mean [...]
Opinion: Is ownership of education agents the real issue? The latest amendment to the ESOS (Education Services for Overseas Students) Act proposes a significant change: preventing the owners of education agents from also owning an education provider. This move, aimed at eliminating potential conflicts of interest, has stirred considerable debate. On the surface, [...]
