The Australian Ministry of Education has confirmed that: 2 October 2026 Since then, the transfer period for non-primary and international students has been temporarily extended from six months before the main course. 12 months _, measures implemented to 30 June 2027 ； The target date for 1 July 2027 is 6 months.
Which students are affected?
The new regulations cover overseas students who are not in school. Students in primary and secondary schools still maintain the six-month limit for completing the first enrolled school curriculum. (b) Restrictions do not completely prohibit reasonable transfer; The transfer may still take place if the previous educational institution or course ceases to be registered or if the original school agrees to be released.
The Australian Government indicated that the temporary extension was due to the risk of non-real transfer and inappropriate placement of students. The Guardian also reported that the Government had included this measure in its policy package to overhaul "visa hopping".
Impact on students in Taiwan
Taiwan students who plan to go to Australia for post-secondary or vocational education are required to confirm the curricula, campuses, tuition refunds and transfer clauses before signing a contract. If the curriculum is found to be inadequate after admission to school, it may not be freely transferred to another educational institution within the preceding 12 months; In the event of suspension, significant student welfare issues or other exceptions, the school ' s International Student Office and the Australian authorities should first confirm that an oral commitment is not based solely on a verbal commitment.
