Labor targets ‘visa hopping’ international students in crackdown on ‘permanently temporary’ migration

The Australian government has announced a crackdown on international students who engage in "visa hopping," a practice where students change courses or institutions to extend their stay in the country. This move aims to reduce overseas arrivals and prevent people from exploiting the migration system. The changes will require international students to apply for a separate visa to transfer courses, making it more difficult for them to stay in Australia indefinitely.

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The Australian government is cracking down on international students and migration agents, which could reduce overseas arrivals and impact the education sector. This move may lead to a decrease in revenue for Australian education institutions.

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