For all the migration agents: we have noticed a growing trend in refusals of Subclass 407 Training Visa applications, particularly the applicants’ genuine temporary stay (GTE) intentions in relation to their nominated training program. What are the key issues? Recommended Actions: Providing detailed information in relation to the applicant’s training is the key to successful

Is Australia becoming discriminatory towards international students? A recent update to the Australian visa application system has raised some serious concerns. Applicants are now being asked to enter their nationality to estimate their visa application charges. This change raises an important question: Is the government planning to introduce a new set of rules that would

In their latest statement, the Labour government proposed a further increase in international student visa fees to AUD$2,000, aiming to raise $760 million to fund their election promises. While it may seem like a quick and easy way to plug budget holes, this move raises serious concerns — and highlights a growing absence of common

Step 1: Initial Application Review Checklist: Educli Tip: Educli’s online application form helps streamline this step by collecting all required documentation, including passports, SOPs, education history, and financial data — in one secure place. Admins are guided through a checklist and prompted if any documents are missing or inconsistent. Step 2: Document Verification Academic Documents:

Updated risk levels for education providers were released earlier this month. While some providers saw improvements, others unfortunately dropped their level. What’s particularly concerning is the lack of transparency and the biassed nature of these calculations. The risk rating doesn’t reflect the provider’s quality of education or compliance practices—instead, it’s largely based on immigration processing

Recently, I had a conversation with a friend who owns an international college in Australia. What started as a casual chat quickly turned into a serious discussion about the current challenges in our international education and immigration sectors. My friend was visibly frustrated—and for good reason. An “education agent” had approached them with a proposal

A global review of education providers reveals a critical issue—many institutions are missing out on international student opportunities due to poor communication strategies. One of the most overlooked areas is the limited use of high-demand communication channels like live chat, WhatsApp, and Instagram. Today’s students expect fast, personalised responses—but many institutions still rely on outdated

Here we go again—another skilled graduate pushed into limbo due to bureaucracy over common sense. An applicant for the 485 Graduate Visa contacted us with a grievance about a visa refusal. They submitted an otherwise flawless application. All documents provided, everything in order—except for one technical error: the police check submitted was from the wrong

Implementing a CRM is a big step—but a powerful one. While it takes time and resources to set up, the rewards far outweigh the effort. With Educli, your team can stop chasing paperwork and start focusing on creating real value for your business. Removing paper from your operations speeds everything up. Time saved is money

As Australia heads towards another federal election, both major political parties are once again turning to a familiar narrative—immigration and international students. It’s the kind of headline that stirs emotion, garners attention, and too often oversimplifies a complex issue. But what they won’t tell you is this: most of the talking points are misdirected, misleading,

Unethical behaviour by third-party education agents remains a serious concern—and a top priority—for ASQA and other regulatory bodies across the Australian government. For providers offering VET qualifications to international students, compliance isn’t optional. It’s a legal obligation under the ESOS Act, the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students

Implementing a CRM is a big step—but a powerful one. While it takes time and resources to set up, the rewards far outweigh the effort. With Educli, your team can stop chasing paperwork and start focusing on creating real value for your business. Removing paper from your operations speeds everything up. Time saved is money

The recent announcement by Peter Dutton to cap international student numbers at 240,000, increase visa fees up to $5,000, and limit enrolments at public universities to 75% domestic students is a bold political move—but is it the right one? The argument suggests that the housing crisis is being driven by international students. This move may

Political missteps are nothing new, but few have managed to torpedo public sentiment as swiftly as Mr Dutton and the LNP did this past week.  Mr. Dutton’s promise to cut government jobs and implement a so-called “DOGE-style” expense crackdown backfired, and Mr Dutton was forced to walk back his controversial work-from-home stance after backlash from

Students’ active participation in online learning environments is a critical factor in achieving positive learning outcomes, especially in the context of distance or hybrid learning environments. However, both teachers and students may find it difficult to create and maintain a high level of engagement due to factors like a lack of social interaction, technical difficulties,

In a recent article, the ABC explored the rise and fall of international student numbers — but what it didn’t quite spell out is that the international students are being scapegoated for a much deeper, structural problem in Australia’s migration policy. And while industry experts and insiders know this, the broader public discourse continues to

As of 2023, international students can legally work up to 48 hours per fortnight while their course is in session. During scheduled course breaks, full-time work is allowed. But did you know there are different ways you can work while studying? In this article, we’ll explore the three main pathways: Each comes with unique benefits

In the past, Australia’s international education visa system operated under a structured subclass model—570 for ELICOS, 571 for schools, 572 for Vocational Education and Training (VET), 573 for higher education, and 574 for research. Each subclass reflected a different academic level, and transitioning between them required a new visa application. This structure provided clarity and

We’ve received a critical update from one of our partners regarding student visa applications for Brazilian nationals. Applicants who submitted their visa applications between October 2024 and now to a Level 3 education provider have been contacted by the Department and asked to provide: In addition, we are seeing a significant increase in visa refusals

Many applicants dream of coming to Australia to travel, work, and explore—but if their English skills aren’t strong yet, they may face challenges finding good job opportunities or adapting quickly to life in Australia. We have prepared a strategy that can make a big difference to the experience. One of the most effective ways for

One of the biggest threats to the integrity of international education is students applying with bogus or fraudulent documents — whether academic, financial, or identity-related. While the temptation to “game the system” might come from pressure or poor advice, the consequences are serious: visa refusals, bans, and reputational damage — not just for the applicant,