FOUND: International students - What They Never Told You

South Korea updates international education reforms; introduces incentives to develop Korean language skills

South Korea aims to change its international student visa system by focusing on Korean language proficiency and academic performance. The Ministry of Justice outlined plans to allow students with intermediate Korean skills to obtain visas without financial proofs. Proposed regulations will affect part-time work eligibility based on language achievements and…

The Economic Times · 5h ago

Australia's grades slip with international students

A new report has found fewer international students are putting Australia at the top of their favoured destinations.

AAP · 17h ago

What rules are changing for international students in the UK?

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The Independent UK · Oct 26

More young people are being recruited as ‘money mules’ by organised crime groups, new analysis reveals

More than 8,900 people aged under 30 were arrested for money laundering offences in England and Wales between 2020 and 2025. That’s more than six in ten of all money laundering arrests recorded during the period.

The Conversation · Oct 21

UK student visa refusals for Indian applicants rise to 8%, complicating international recruitment for universities

The refusal rate for student visas in the UK for Indian applicants has surged to eight percent, sparking worry among universities that heavily depend on international students from higher-risk backgrounds. Many institutions are now reevaluating their recruitment strategies variously as they face application backlogs resulting in increased refusals. While some…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

International students left in limbo by Home Office visa delays and refusals

Universities concerned about increase in international student visa delays and refusals – often for ‘arbitrary and unpredictable reasons’

The Independent UK · Oct 20

Canada plans to cut student and temporary worker arrivals, fast-tracks PR for 33,000 workers

Canada plans to decrease new temporary resident arrivals over the next three years while maintaining permanent residency targets. The targeted intake for international students will fall to 155,000 in 2026 and further decline in subsequent years. Temporary worker admissions are also set to decrease, with higher priority given to needed…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

UK study visa applications hit a five-year low as universities face billions in lost economic benefits: Explained

In the UK, study visa applications have decreased by 10.3 percent compared to last year, hitting a five-year low. The decline is attributed to enhanced immigration laws and universities facing financial difficulties. International students play a crucial role in the UK's economy, contributing significantly and sustaining employment. The government's recent…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

US universities review CPT rules for international students as higher education groups seek court relief, hearing on November 6

Four US higher education organisations have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration’s stricter interpretation of Curricular Practical Training (CPT) rules for international students, with a hearing scheduled for November 6. The groups are seeking to pause the changes, arguing that they have disrupted internships and created uncertainty for universities.

The Economic Times · Oct 17

CPT Rules Face Court Test: US college groups seek injunction; Nov 6 hearing may curb limits

A significant hearing set for November 6 will address a lawsuit challenging the revised Curricular Practical Training rules introduced by the Trump administration. Four prominent higher education organizations are appealing in the US District Court as many universities have been forced to pause or limit CPT authorizations, directly impacting students'…

The Times of India · Oct 16