Australia is a dream country for skilled professionals and students. It is a land of opportunities as its economy is strong and Australia is in need of skilled immigrants as well. Depending upon the person and the need, there are various types of Australian visas. There are many programs from which a person can get a visa such as the Australian Family Program, Humanitarian program, and Australian Skilled Independent visa.
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The Australian government has announced five key changes to accommodate international students including Indian students:
- The government will recommence granting student visas in all locations lodged outside Australia. This means when borders re-open, students will already have visas and be able to make arrangements to travel.
- International students will be able to lodge a further student visa application free of charge if they are unable to complete their studies within their original visa validity due to Covid-19.
- Current student visa holders studying online outside Australia due to Covid-19 will be able to use that study to count towards the Australian study requirement for a post-study work visa.
- Graduates who held a student visa will be eligible to apply for a post-study work visa outside Australia if they are unable to return due to Covid-19.
- Additional time will be given for applicants to provide English language results where Covid-19 has disrupted access to these services.