desertboom:


Does it mean the English Language requirement is on pending? Because from the document I could read that it's being finalised.

Immigration is becoming difficult every each day

AussieJoan:


Changes will apply from 23/03/2024 and yes immigration rules have tightened.

steveyen:
Hi everyone I am new here.

I am about to submit document for visa. My agent said there is no need for POF. However, the sponsor financial documents will be needed which is the business certificates and the tax clearance certificate that will be used to access the financial capability.

However, the tax clearance certificate given by Lagos state inland revenue is just a plastic card called electronic tax clearance certificate.

Would this electronic tax clearance be acceptable? Can it affect the visa approval? What do I do in this case? Thank you.

AussieJoan:


Changes will apply from 23/03/2024 and yes immigration rules have tightened.

AussieJoan:


The initial deposit is usually half of one term tuition. You can contact your school directly for clarification (just state your student ID for reference)

NB1912:

You have just made it easy for the case officer to deny your visa. POF is now a must for visa application regardless of the Uni you are attending.

December 2023 data showed that 4 in 5 student visa applications from Nigeria were rejected. This is equivalent to 80% rejection. You have to prepare your application to the highest standard to get a chance of visa approval. All the best!!

hustla:
Hello everyone

Asking on behalf of someone. Can someone study a course like Master of Fraud and Financial Crime or AML and compliance and still get PR after completion of studies?

An example of the course is here https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/master-fraud-financial-crime

lastkingsman:


Leave all these fancy courses. Study nursing and enter care full time and hammer both pr and mega money

lastkingsman:


Leave all these fancy courses. Study nursing and enter care full time and hammer both pr and mega money

steveyen:


Thank you so much for this information. Please could you link me up with an agent in Naija that is vast in Australia visa application? Guess I need a new agent for proper direction..

AussieJoan:


Changes will apply from 23/03/2024 and yes immigration rules have tightened.

chidi4sam:



​From 23 March 2024, the Genuine Student (GS) requirement replaces the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement for Student visas.

This change was announced as part of the Australian Government’s Migration Strategy released on 11 December 2023 and applies to all Student visa applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024.

The purpose of this amendment is to clarify the assessment of a student’s intention to genuinely study in Australia and to remove the confusion about whether the student can express a desire to migrate to Australia.

Student visa applicants no longer need to satisfy the GTE requirement that they genuinely intend to only stay in Australia temporarily.

The GS requirement acknowledges that post-study pathways to permanent residence are available to those eligible graduates. International students with studies and qualifications obtained in Australia may provide a qualified skilled workforce ready to fill skill shortages in Australia.

The change is also intended to help the Department to identify non-genuine students who are seeking to enter Australia for purposes other than to study.

The GS requirement focuses on the assessment of the student’s genuine intention to study in Australia, having regard to a number of factors, including the applicant’s circumstances, evidence of course progression, immigration history, compliance with visa conditions and other relevant matter.

The GTE requirement will be retained for Student Guardian visa applicants.

For more information see Genuine Student requirement.

SiennaBus:
Hello everyone,

Can I use an account statement or fixed deposit statement from a microfinance bank for my proof of funds for student visa please?

Many thanks.

hustla:
Hello everyone

Asking on behalf of someone. Can someone study a course like Master of Fraud and Financial Crime or AML and compliance and still get PR after completion of studies?

An example of the course is here https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/master-fraud-financial-crime

Waskylala:
I heard Nigeria has been blacklisted for student visa...
Please how true?

steveyen:
Hi everyone. I have got a sponsor for student visa .

The sponsor has promised to open a new account and fund it to the required amount as he is not so comfortable with releasing his bank statement.Pls is this acceptable for POF for Australia student visa ? Thank you

Gbemyco:
Hello experts in the house, please how much do you suggest one should have in the bank account statement (minimum) as proof of funds for a couple's visa application, although the main applicant is on a PhD full scholarship (that covers tuition and living stipend)?

Gbemyco:
Hello experts in the house, please how much do you suggest one should have in the bank account statement (minimum) as proof of funds for a couple's visa application, although the main applicant is on a PhD full scholarship (that covers tuition and living stipend)?

steveyen:
Hi everyone. I have got a sponsor for student visa .

The sponsor has promised to open a new account and fund it to the required amount as he is not so comfortable with releasing his bank statement.Pls is this acceptable for POF for Australia student visa ? Thank you

Waskylala:
I heard Nigeria has been blacklisted for student visa...
Please how true?

NB1912:

This information is not true. However, universities have tightened their entry requirements to meet the newly implemented GST requirement. It may be difficult to secure an offer due to high level scrutiny of applications by universities.

Wonder1844:
How about those with an offer already?