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COVID Update

The Federal Government has announced a raft of changes to visa arrangments

The Federal Government is making a number of changes to student visa arrangements to ensure Australia remains a priority destination for international students as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.  For more information on the joint media release by DESE and DOHA on the visa flexibility package, please click here. 

Posted: 20 July 2020

Advice for international students

The Victorian Government has announced a $45 million International Student Emergency Relief Fund for international students facing financial hardship as a result of COVID19.  For more information about the relief fund and other dedicated support, go to studymelbourne.vic.gov.au. 

International students are encouraged to get the most up-to-date information by:

• regularly checking in with their education provider. 
• read Study Melbourne's COVID-19 advice
• visit Study in Australia for additional information and advice about health, education, travel and visas.

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) provides information about coronavirus (COVID-19) in many languages.

Post reviewed: 13 July 2020