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Peter Dutton will pledge to cap the number of international students able to start study in Australia each year at 240,000, after blocking Labor's attempts to introduce legislation to limit enrolments last year.

International students make important contributions to Australia’s economy, soft power, and – though it’s often overlooked – urban development.

Both major political parties are pledging steep cuts on the number of foreigners allowed to study in Australia as a way to rein in runaway housing prices.

Australia plans to increase student visa fees to A$2,000 in 2025, as part of migration policy reforms and efforts to cap student numbers at 270,000 annually.

International student visa fees under Labor will still be far cheaper than if the Coalition wins the upcoming election, with Opposition Leader Peter Dutton pledging to increase them to $5,000 for Group of Eight universities, and to $2,500 for all other institutions.

Peter Dutton has pledged to limit the number of international students able to start studying in Australia each year to 240,000, after blocking Labor's attempts to pass legislation to cap enrolments last year. The opposition's proposed cap is 30,000 fewer ...

Australia's new student visa rules focuses on stricter eligibility, higher financial and English language requirements among others.

Australia has tightened student visa applications from six Indian states due to concerns over misuse. The move impacts genuine applicants, sparking diplomatic concerns while universities implement stricter checks to protect integrity.

Starting from May 10, 2024, international students should submit evidence of savings of at least A$29,710 ($19,576) to be granted a visa.That was the second increase in around seven months after it was increased from A$21,