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STUDENT VISA
The UK government has launched a new campaign targeting international students who overstay their visas, warning that they could face deportation if they remain in the country illegally.
The United States has resumed processing student visa applications for foreign nationals following a temporary suspension in May 2025, with a new requirement that all applicants are now required to make their social media accounts for vetting purposes.
Australia is planning a major increase in its international student visa fee in 2025, with costs set to rise from A$1,600 to A$2,000 (approximately USD 1,279), if the ruling Labor Party is re-elected.
Countries with high international student demand are generating significant revenue from student visa applications, even as refusal rates rise.
The New Zealand Government has announced a 90% increase in student visa fees for Nigerians and citizens from non-Pacific countries.
The vice-chancellor of Coventry University, Prof. John Latham, has stated that the economy of cities in the United Kingdom might miss out on tens of millions of pounds due to the recent governmental restriction on international student visas.