Study Abroad News & Visa Updates

During his two-day trade and education mission to India, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer made it clear he will promote British universities — but he also ruled out any new visa concessions for Indian nationals. For students and families in Kerala, the visit brings useful openings (stronger universi...

More than 50 French higher education institutions are set to take part in the 2026 Choose France Tour, as France strengthens its efforts to attract Indian students...

IDP Education confirms India's final paper-based IELTS test was held on August 22, 2026; all tests now run on computer-based formatsIDP Education, the sole administrator of IELTS in India, has confirmed that paper-based IELTS testing in the country has ended, with the final test date held on August ...

The routine annual adjustment applies to study permit applications submitted on or after September 1, 2026 — here's what to budget forCanada's Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will apply its annual cost-of-living adjustment to study permit financial requirements from September 1...

The government has confirmed its 2027 planning level for new international student commencements will match 2026, giving universities — and applicants — a stable, predictable year aheadAustralia's Department of Education has confirmed its National Planning Level (NPL) for new international stude...

Indian students are now Germany's largest international student group, with enrolment up 17.5% in a single year, according to DAAD figuresIndian student enrolment at German universities has reached a record 69,816 in the Winter Semester 2025/26, according to figures released by DAAD (the German Acad...

The window to leave the US, transfer schools, or change status after finishing a degree is being cut in half, alongside the end of Duration of StatusAs part of the same DHS rule ending "Duration of Status" that we previously reported on, F-1 students will also see their post-completion grace period ...

Government says the course was associated with visa misuse and high rates of non-completion; existing students can complete their studiesAustralia has cancelled the Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) (BSB80120) for new international students, in the first use of the Australian Government’s ...

London University strengthens support for Indian students pursuing UK educationThe University of East London (UEL) has joined hands with the National Indian Students & Alumni Union (NISAU) to create a strong support framework for Indian students studying in the UK. The collaboration, signed on 1...