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The Economic Times
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New visa rules for Australian students may force some international students to apply from overseas

Some international students in Australia may have to leave the country to apply for another Student visa if they change education providers or need additional time to complete their course, according to the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

The requirement applies to students who do not qualify for the course completion exemption that allows them to apply for another Student visa while in Australia. The department has clarified that affected applicants must be outside the country both when they lodge their application and when the new visa is granted.

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