Growing Indian Tourism Fuels Demand for Australia
Australia is witnessing a steady and significant growth in tourism from India, driven by enhanced travel access, diverse experiences, and increasing interest in longer, value-rich visits. Here’s a closer look at the factors fueling this upward trend. Increasing Visitor Numbers and Spending In the year ending March–May 2025, India ranked as Australia’s fifth-largest source of […]
Australia Expands Visitor Visa Subclass 600
In a move to strengthen regional ties and support frequent travel, Australia has enhanced the Frequent Traveller Stream of its Visitor (Subclass 600) visa. These changes, effective from 7 December 2024, simplify access and widen eligibility for nationals across the Asia-Pacific region. What’s New in the Frequent Traveller Stream? Thanks to the Migration (Arrangements for […]
Student Visa Fees Remain Among Highest Globally
In a time when global education competition is rising, Australia’s student visa fees have come under the spotlight—and not for the right reasons. As of 2025, the cost to apply for a Student (Subclass 500) Visa has surged to AUD 2,000, making it one of the most expensive student visa applications in the world. This […]