A recent online survey of 1600 international students in more than 10 Australian Universities shows that 24 percent are interested in studying overseas to gain permanent residence. This is up five percent compared to a similar survey in 2005. The recent changes to the Australian immigration system which will make it more difficult for many students to gain a permanent residence visa may therefore put off many prospective students interested in Australia.
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Australia and New Zealand Immigration News
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Immigration Minister Chris Evans had the following to say:
The Australian Rudd Government is reforming Australian skilled immigration so that the immigration system will better deal with the needs of industry and employers now and in the future.
On 8 February 2010 the Immigration Minister Chris Evans announced a number of major changes to the Australian immigration system. This will affect applicants applying for General Skilled Migration.
Removal of the Migration Occupations in Demand List:
On 26 January 2010 almost 16 500 people from 144 countries became Australian citizens as Australia celebrated it's national day:
From 1 January 2010, you will need to have your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority as suitable for your nominated skilled occupation to apply for the following visa categories:
From 1 January 2010 the English language requirements for onshore General Skilled Migration (GSM) visas have changed: