08/01/2026
đĸ Important Update: Student Visa Evidence Levels Changed (Jan 2026)
The Department of Home Affairs has updated Country Evidence Levels under the Simplified Student Visa Framework.
đ´ Now Level 3:
đ§đŠ Bangladesh
đŗđĩ Nepal
đŽđŗ India
đĄ Now Level 2:
đąđ° Sri Lanka
đ What does this mean for students?
If you are from a Level 3 country, you may face:
đēHigher scrutiny of the Genuine Student (GS) criteria
đēStronger financial & academic evidence requirements
đēIncreased risk of visa delays or refusals if documentation is weak
đĄ Key takeaway:
Proper course selection, a well-prepared GS statement, and clear financial documents are now more important than ever, especially for Level 3 applicants.
đŠ If youâre planning to apply or already hold an offer, seek professional advice early to avoid unnecessary refusals.
Sadi RAHMAN
Australian Registered Migration Agent
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