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An astronomical jump in visa cancellations, mostly due to changes in regulations for character requirements, which is applies even after a visa is granted and a new business model for student visa cancellations.
Read MoreA surprise for many, bridging visas can now be applied for online where an application is pending a decision, including the Subclass 020 - Bridging visa B.
Read MoreImmiAccount will be down from 7 pm on 30 June 2016 for system upgrades. With the rollout of the new student visa subclass not much else is expected to change.
Read MoreStarting 1 July 2016, there will only be two student visas available: A Subclass 500 - Student visa for overseas students and their partners, and a Subclass 590 - Student Guardian visa for guardians of students under the age of 18.
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