Starting January 1, 2025, individuals applying for a Student visa while already in Australia will need to provide a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) instead of just a Letter of Offer, meaning that applications submitted without a CoE will be considered invalid and cannot be processed; this change only applies to applications lodged on or after that date and aims to standardize the evidence required for both onshore and offshore Student visa applicants, demonstrating a stronger commitment to study in Australia.
Key points:
- No more Letters of Offer for onshore Student visa applications:
From January 1, 2025, only a Confirmation
of Enrolment (CoE) will be accepted as proof of the intended study for onshore
Student visa applicants.
- Impact on application validity:
Submitting a student visa application
without a CoE will result in an invalid application, which cannot be assessed
by visa decision makers.
- No change for specific cases:
This change does not affect alternative
forms of evidence for Foreign Affairs, Defense, or secondary exchange students.
- Maintaining lawful status:
Visa holders in Australia must ensure they maintain a lawful status; if unable to obtain a CoE before their current visa expires, they must either leave Australia or explore other visa options.
Reason for the change: This update aims to
strengthen the commitment shown by students intending to study in Australia by
requiring a CoE at the time of application, which provides greater certainty
for the Australian education sector.
(Source: Home Affairs of Government of
Australia)
