Surge in Onshore Student Visa Applications: Australia's Remarkable Growth in 2023
Australia's onshore education sector has witnessed an extraordinary transformation in recent months. With the end of COVID-related visa options and other contributing factors, the Australian onshore market has experienced a substantial resurgence. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive analysis of ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) and VET (Vocational Education and Training) student visa application statistics for July and August in both 2022 and 2023, all within the context of international students already residing in Australia. These figures reveal a remarkable surge in demand from onshore applicants and offer insights into the changing international education landscape.
Let's take a closer look at the astounding growth rates in onshore student visa applications for July and August 2022 compared to 2023:
Mongolia: Mongolia emerges as a standout with a staggering growth rate of 371.6% in student visa applications in July and August 2023. During this period, the number of applications soared to 415.
The Philippines: The Philippines experienced a remarkable 253.0% growth in student visa applications from 2022 to 2023, with a total of 1066 applications submitted during July and August 2023.
Vietnam: Vietnam, with a growth rate of 165.7%. In July and August 2023, Vietnam contributed 728 applications to Australia's international student cohort.
Colombia: Colombia's 127.2% increase in onshore student visa applications reflects the nation's burgeoning interest in pursuing education within Australia. During July and August 2023, 859 applications were submitted by Colombian students.
Pakistan: With a growth rate of 47.2%, Pakistan continues to foster an increasing number of students seeking onshore educational opportunities. During this period, 427 applications were processed for July and August 2023.
China: China, renowned for its substantial population of international students, experienced a steady 24.4% growth in onshore student visa applications. July and August 2023 saw the submission of 775 applications from Chinese students already studying in Australia.
Thailand: Thailand's onshore education sector experienced a 16.9% growth in student visa applications, with 891 applications recorded for July and August 2023.
India: India's onshore student visa applications exhibited marginal growth at 0.3% from 2022 to 2023. Despite this modest increase, a significant 2722 applications were processed in July and August 2023.
Brazil: Brazil, however, experienced a slight decline in onshore student visa applications, registering -4.1% growth. In July and August 2023, a total of 631 applications were submitted by Brazilian students already residing in Australia.
Nepal: Nepal faced a significant decline of -19.5% in onshore student visa applications from 2022 to 2023. During July and August 2023, Nepal contributed 617 applications to the Australian onshore education sector.
The remarkable surge in onshore student visa applications for July and August 2023 underscores the dynamic and evolving landscape of international education in Australia. The conclusion of COVID-related visa options has played a pivotal role in driving this resurgence. As international students completing their initial studies seek to extend their stay in Australia, pursuing subsequent student visas has become a prominent trend.
It's worth noting that these application numbers may not be uniformly distributed across Australia, with significant variations among states and territories. Crafting an effective recruitment strategy requires a deeper understanding of these regional variations and specific insights into state-level data.
To make informed decisions regarding which nationalities to prioritize and agents to pursue, we invite you to reach out and schedule a complimentary 20-minute strategy session. This session will provide invaluable insights into your unique onshore education landscape, empowering you to take advantage of the changes and continue to break all recruitment targets.
source: Department of Home Affairs
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