New Skills in Demand Visa Changes – December 2024 From December 2024, the Australian government is introducing a new Skills in Demand (SID) visa to address labor shortages and attract skilled workers. It replaces the old Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa and comes with three main streams: Specialist Skills Stream: For high-income earners (earning over [...]

International education has long been a pillar of Australia’s economy, contributing billions in revenue while promoting cultural and academic exchange. Yet, this once-flourishing sector is now being systematically undermined by government policies.   The Aftermath of COVID-19: A Crippling Blow The COVID-19 pandemic decimated Australia’s international education sector. With closed borders, the influx of international [...]

Changes to Overseas Worker Sponsorship Program from 7 December 2024 Once again, the government is quietly rolling out a major change to the sponsorship of overseas workers program, with no prior warning or public notification. This seems to be becoming a regular trend for the current management of Australia — major shifts in immigration policies [...]

Are you planning to study in Australia? Or perhaps you’re an education agent assisting clients with their visa applications? If so, understanding the Genuine Student (GS) requirement is essential. The GS requirement plays a crucial role in ensuring your application is successful and highlights your intent to study in Australia temporarily. This guide will walk [...]

Ensuring Compliance and Integrity in International Education Recruitment All providers delivering education to international students in Australia must adhere to the standards outlined in the ESOS legislative framework as a condition of their registration. Using false or misleading information in advertising or marketing is a prosecutable offense, emphasising the importance of compliance and transparency. Streamlining [...]

New Risk Levels for Providers and Countries announced In an important update today, November 20, 2024, new risk levels for providers and countries have been announced, which may significantly impact international students planning to study in Australia. These changes could affect visa eligibility, course selection, and admission strategies. Below is a detailed breakdown of the [...]

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 (GS) Requirement To be granted a student visa, applicants [...]

The international education sector is experiencing mixed emotions following the Coalition and Greens' last-minute decision to block the ESOS bill and its proposed student caps. While the move halts a Bill riddled with flaws, it’s difficult to ignore the political maneuvering behind this decision. The Coalition’s motivations seem less about supporting international education and more [...]

In an era of growing international student mobility and evolving immigration policies, Canada stands at the forefront of global education trends. As of late, the Canadian government has been working on a proposal for a new compliance reporting system for post-secondary institutions—a shift aimed at ensuring the integrity of the International Student Programme (ISP). These [...]

I had an eye-opening conversation with a potential client who showed significant interest in our student management system. They seemed to fit perfectly into the profile of a company we'd love to collaborate with—forward-thinking and committed to student success. However, the meeting hit an unexpected roadblock: they expressed reluctance to maintain records of student work, [...]