Australia's student visa grant rate fell to a record low 75.5% in August 2026; only 51% of Indians approved
Stricter Genuine Student checks, higher risk ratings and an AU$2,500 visa fee are pushing Australian visa approvals down, especially for Indian applicants.
9 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
UK student visa applications fell 17% in August 2026 to the lowest August level since 2022
Fewer students applied for UK study visas this summer, while refusals for Indian applicants stayed high and universities face a 5% refusal limit.
9 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
US court blocks the rule ending Duration of Status, so students can still stay for the length of their course
A federal judge stopped a fixed four-year limit for international students on 14 September 2026, but the US government may appeal.
9 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
US proposes a $70,000 fee for OPT work permits, and universities sue over internship limits
A proposed fee on Optional Practical Training would raise the cost of working in the US after graduating from about $500 to $70,000, while a lawsuit challenges new limits on CPT internships.
9 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
Australia: new students can no longer bring family, and most visitors must now apply for a student visa from outside the country
Australia's new student visa rules apply to applications made from 2 October 2026, with exemptions for PhD students and some scholarship holders.
9 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
