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Major changes to Australia’s Student visa program commenced on 2 October 2026. The reforms restrict onshore Student visa applications, tighten course progression requirements, significantly limit family members and introduce tougher provider-transfer rules.

Australia may be heading towards major visa changes affecting Partner visas, Protection visa work rights, Working Holiday visas and skilled migration. ILM Australia examines what has already changed, what remains under consideration, and what applicants, families and employers need to know.