Starting December 1st, fully vaccinated eligible visa holders can come to Australia without needing to apply for a travel exemption. This is good news for international students who have been waiting to attend classes in person since March 2020. Other than international students, tourists, backpackers, and skilled migrants will also be able to fly in…
The Australian Government and NSW Government have supported the NSW International Student Arrivals Plan to return international students to NSW. This is in line with the State’s roadmap to recovery and the National Transition Plan for Australia’s COVID-19 response. As per this Plan, 250 international students studying with NSW education providers will be allowed to return each fortnight…
From next month, Victoria is set to scrap COVID-19 quarantine requirements for international arrivals, following in the footsteps of New South Wales. What this means is that people arriving in Victoria will not have to quarantine at home or in a hotel. The requirement for arriving travelers is that they should be fully immunized and…
From November 1st, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has welcomed the move by NSW to open its borders to fully vaccinated international travellers, without the necessity to quarantine. More people will now be able to return home and leave the country. The caps on arrivals in place in other states will remain. This also means that…
The Australian Commonwealth and states are currently in the process of finalising a plan to allow 2000 overseas nurses and doctors to enter the country for work, so as to ease a healthcare staffing crisis. Melbourne and Sydney are reeling under the impact of the pandemic, with many hospitals jammed with Covid-19 patients. The health…
The restrictions imposed on international travel due to the Covid-19 pandemic have resulted in Australian immigration reaching its lowest levels since World War II. As a result, the education sector worries that students might decide to enroll in other countries, unless Australia decides to open its borders to them. Australian universities rely heavily on fees…
If you’re an international student who wishes to travel to New Zealand, keep the following new mandates and exceptions in mind. If you have any other doubts, do connect with MWT Education Consultancy, the most reputed overseas education consultants in Kerala. 250 Ph.D and postgraduate students If you are able to prove that you have…
There are some changes to Canada’s Express Entry system, and while you wait in the pool these are some of the things you could be doing! For instance, it is now possible to earn up to 50 additional points for strong French language skills, and this is the case even if French is your second…
The pandemic has necessitated many biosecurity measures and travel restrictions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Australia and New Zealand. Here are the latest updates. Travel into Australia At present, Australia’s borders are closed. To travel to Australia you must be: An Australian citizen A permanent resident, or Immediate family members of the…
There are many students who have been waiting for news on the reopening of schools and colleges in Ireland, after the unprecedented shutdowns due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Do check in with study abroad consultants in Kochi, like MWT Education Consultancy from time to time, to be advised on the current situation. Ireland has prioritized…
The Government of Canada has recently announced new mandates for international travel. With the fall semester due to start, here’s what you international students will need to do when planning their travel to Canada for their studies. Overseas students bring immense benefits to Canada in the form of social, cultural and economic exchanges, and they…
If you’re a skilled immigrant looking to settle in Canada, you will be having a lot of questions about the financial planning that is needed. Under the Express Entry program you are required to show Proof of funds, and our table below will show you the approximate funds that you must show at the time…
A tiny island that packs a punch, Ireland is known for the sheer beauty of its landscapes and friendly, hearty people. It has consistently ranked in the top 20 countries for its quality of life, and Indian students are making a beeline for this country as a preferred choice for higher education. Ireland’s vibrant culture…
The application fees for several Australian visas, including student, tourist, and Employer Sponsored visas, are slated to increase on July 1, 2021. In addition, the cost of applying for citizenship will skyrocket from $290 to $490 every application. Student visas will cost $10AUD for adults and $5AUD for youngsters over the age of 18. Similarly,…
You must follow public health instructions even if you don’t have a visa or are confused about your visa status. If you’re having trouble feeling well, consult a doctor and get tested for COVID-19. The government of each state and territory is providing free COVID-19 testing and treatment. Australian Capital Territory New South Wales Northern…
