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Australia Clarifies Student Visa Policy, Dismisses Reports of Regional Restrictions

Updated: April 24, 2025 15:45

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The Australian High Commission in New Delhi has firmly denied reports suggesting a ban on student visa applications from specific Indian states. The clarification comes amid concerns that certain Australian universities were restricting applications from Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Jammu and Kashmir.
 
Key Developments
 
  • - The Australian High Commission stated that visa applications from India are being processed under the same global standards as those from any other country.
  • - Over 125,000 Indian students are currently enrolled in Australian institutions, making them the second-largest international student cohort.
  • - India’s Ministry of External Affairs acknowledged that visa decisions are sovereign matters, emphasizing that each country has the right to determine its immigration policies.
  • - The clarification follows political debates in Australia, where opposition leader Peter Dutton proposed reducing international student numbers to address housing shortages.
  • - Despite concerns over policy shifts, India has overtaken China as the leading source of student visas to Australia, with over 5,000 new visas issued in February 2025 alone.
 
Impact on Students and Bilateral Education Ties
The Australian government’s statement reassures Indian students and education consultants, reaffirming the strong bilateral relationship between the two nations in the field of education. While political discussions on migration continue, Australia remains committed to welcoming Indian students and supporting their academic aspirations.
 
Sources: Business Standard, Times of India, The Hans India.

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