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International students will now pay more to study at Australian universities as the visa fee has been hiked. As a result, studying in Australia and has become costlier than before for international students. As of July 1, 2024, the fee for international student visas will increase from $710 to $1,600 for students looking to study in Australia.The international students will now pay more to study at Australian universities than previously. The student visa charge has been increased by 125%, with students having to pay an additional $890 to cover the $1600 visa fee.Australia’s Migration Strategy is in place and several measures are already implemented. The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) has also been hiked and it will be increased from $70,000 to $73,150 based on yearly indexation, the second rise under this government after being stuck at $53,900 for a decade. This limit of AUD 73,150 is for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2024 and 30 June 2025.
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