Study in Australia: Student Visa Trends & Future Chances: 2025
Australia has long been a dream destination for Bangladeshi students—but what’s happening after the U.S. and U.K. tightened funding and visa rules? Here’s a quick look at how many students entered Australia in the last 5 years , what changed in 2024, and what to expect if you plan to study there in 2025 or beyond. ๐ 5-Year Snapshot: International Students in Australia Year Total International Students 2019 ~756,700 2020 ~687,000 2021 ~572,000 2022 ~619,400 2023 ~786,900 (record high!) ๐ COVID years (2020–21) saw a big dip. ๐ Post-COVID recovery in 2023 pushed numbers above pre-pandemic levels . ๐ง 2025 Changes: New Caps & Tighter Rules The Australian government is now limiting student visa numbers to ensure sustainability: ๐ Cap on new student entries : Max 270,000/year ๐ฐ Visa fee doubled : A$710 → A$1,600 ๐ Stricter requirements : Higher English scores, more financial proof, age checks These changes aim to control rap...