International Students in Australia can Extend Their Post-Study Visa

Finally, excellent news for international students in Australia in 2020, especially in the era of Coronavirus. The students pursuing a course in the regional areas expect the cities like Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney can extend their existing two-year graduate Visa (Subclass 485) for one year or two years depending upon the area from 2021.

As per the Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHS), the international students studying in Category 2 areas like Adelaide, Perth, Gold Coast, and Canberra Newcastle can extend their post-study visas for one year.

On the other hand, the students do not relate to category 1 or 2, but Category 3 are eligible for a two-year extension. It is mainly a right and decisive move by the Department of Home Affairs, Australia, to boost the international student numbers and nurture the prosperity of Category 2 and category 3 areas.

It is a great move to fight against international students' dearth after the outbreak of COVID-19 and get rid of a situation like never before. It will also boost the country's economy and fill the gaps of skilled migrants upon which the country depends a lot.