Filipino international students express mixed reactions over federal budget in the migration system

Filiipino international students Jennifer Luna, Donnabelle Cadano, Kristine Biso Credit: Supplied

Some of the points in the budget paper will directly impact student visa holders — higher visa application charges, limited working conditions, and extra two years of post-study work rights for selected temporary graduate visa holders.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers the second Federal Budget this year; reveals that around 70% of places will be allocated for skill streaming in the government’s Permanent Migration Program for 2023 and 2024.
Visa Application Charges will increase by 6% — affecting students, tourists, and temporary holiday workers.
Some international students are careful in picking courses that will allow them an easier pathway to permanent residency.

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