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Another change to Australia’s immigration system! Are you ready? Important Update: Changes to Onshore Student Visa Applications from 1 January 2025 If you’re planning to apply for a Student visa while in Australia, a significant change is coming that you need to be aware of. From 1 January 2025, the Department of Home Affairs will no longer accept Letters of Offer with Student visa applications lodged in Australia. Instead, you will need to include a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) at the time of application. Key Points • Applications submitted before 1 January 2025 with a Letter of Offer are not affected. • Applications lodged on or after 1 January 2025 without a CoE will be deemed invalid, and no Bridging Visa will be granted. • This change aligns the onshore and offshore Student visa requirements, ensuring stronger commitment to study and greater certainty for Australia’s international education sector. • There is no change for students under Foreign Affairs, Defence, or secondary exchange programs. What This Means for You If you’re already in Australia on a visa and planning to study, you must ensure: • You have your CoE ready before lodging your Student visa application. • Your visa remains valid to maintain lawful status. • You explore other visa options if you cannot secure a CoE in time. Why This Matters This change ensures better alignment in Australia’s Student visa program and strengthens the integrity of the international education sector. However, it also places greater responsibility on applicants to prepare their documents in advance. Let’s discuss! If you have questions or concerns about this new requirement, share them in the comments. Have you experienced challenges securing a CoE or navigating Student visa rules? Your insights could help others in similar situations. For more information check out https://lnkd.in/gtDmsQWk. #StudentVisa #AustraliaMigration #InternationalEducation #StudyInAustralia #VisaChanges2025 #ImmigrationAdvice

Department of Home Affairs Website

Department of Home Affairs Website

homeaffairs.gov.au

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