Australia has tightened student visa criteria: 3 things you should know

In response to increased migration, Australia has tightened its visa requirements for foreign students. The new tougher rules are a part of the attempts to control the inflow of foreign students.

These are the Three key adjustments you need to be aware of.

1. Language proficiency:

There is now a higher language fluency criterion in English for graduate and student visas. The IELTS score requirement for candidates seeking a temporary graduate visa has increased from 6.0 to 6.5. Applicants for student visas must receive a minimum score of 6.0.

2. Requirements for financial proof:
Additionally, candidates seeking student visas now have to meet higher financial standards. In order to study in the nation, students must now prove they have savings of at least $24,505, a requirement that has increased from prior levels by 17%.

3. Crackdown on institutes:

In accordance with the new regulations, if education providers consistently violate the law, they may be prohibited by the Australian government from accepting new international students.