Temporary Relaxation of Working Hours for Overseas Students

Given the impact of Omicron on the already significant labour shortages, the Commonwealth Government has temporarily relaxed student visa work limits for all ongoing overseas students as well as new student arrivals who wish to commence a job prior to course commencement.

This means that international students can work before their course commences and work more than 40 hours a fortnight. 

Please note that this is a temporary arrangement and will be reviewed by the Commonwealth in April 2022.

In addition, student visa holders who arrive in Australia between 19 January 2022 and 19 March 2022 will be eligible for a refund of their visa application charge.

For further information, please visit the Commonwealth's Temporary relaxation of working hours for student visa holders webpage or consult a qualified immigration agent or lawyer.

PUBLISHED: 3 FEBRUARY 2022