Australia Lowers Student Visa Risk Level for Sri Lanka
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- Oct 7
- 1 min read
The Australian Department of Home Affairs has quietly updated its student visa evidence levels, which determine how much documentation students must provide when applying for a visa.
These internal updates, shared via the PRISMS system, are part of Australia’s Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF) — a risk-based model used to streamline genuine student applications while tightening checks on higher-risk cases.
Updated Country Evidence Levels
Based on current industry information:
Level 1 (Low Risk): Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
Level 2 (Moderate Risk): India, Bhutan, Vietnam, China, Nepal
Level 3 (High Risk): Fiji, Philippines, Pakistan
How the System Works
Each education provider and country is assigned a risk level (1–3). The combination determines how much evidence students must show — such as financial proof, English proficiency, or academic background.
Level 1 + Level 1: Fast, low-documentation process.
Level 1 + Level 3 or Level 3 + Level 1: Moderate checks.
Level 3 + Level 3: Most stringent assessment.
Students from lower-risk countries like Sri Lanka now enjoy a smoother, faster visa process. Those from higher-risk regions may need to submit extra documents to prove their financial capacity and study intentions.
This evidence-level system helps Australia maintain the integrity of its international education sector while ensuring genuine students can continue to access study opportunities with less red tape.
More updates to come on AusNewsLanka.
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