Malaysian students breathe easier as Australia spares Asean neighbours from visa fee surge

The government on July 3 lifted the non refundable charge for overseas students from A$2,000 (RM5,700) to A$2,500 (RM7,135). However, Asean students were spared the full increase and will instead pay A$2,050 after a modest inflation linked adjustment.

“A reduced visa fee rate for students from Asean nations reflects the importance Australia places on welcoming high quality students from South-east Asia,” Assistant Minister for International Education Julian Hill told Singapore’s The Straits Times (ST).

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