Australia Student Visa Approval Rates February 2026: Key Statistics by Country
- The grant rate for Australian higher education student visas for applicants applying from overseas fell to 67.6% in February 2026, according to data from the Australian Department of...
- Reporting from SBS Korean indicates that visa rejection rates for these institutions have reached record highs, with significant disparities appearing across different nationalities.
- The Department of Home Affairs data reveals specific challenges for applicants from certain countries.
The grant rate for Australian higher education student visas for applicants applying from overseas fell to 67.6% in February 2026, according to data from the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
Reporting from SBS Korean indicates that visa rejection rates for these institutions have reached record highs, with significant disparities appearing across different nationalities.
National Rejection Trends
The Department of Home Affairs data reveals specific challenges for applicants from certain countries. In February 2026, the visa rejection rate for students from Sri Lanka was 38%, while the rejection rate for applicants from Bhutan was 36%.
This trend of increased refusals is reflected in other regions as well. Reporting from The Daily Star noted that student visa rejections have hit record highs for Bangladeshi applicants.
Comparative Sector Data
The current grant rate represents a decline compared to previous periods. In June 2024, the grant rate for the higher education sector was 89.9%.
The drop to 67.6% in February 2026 highlights a tightening of the visa approval process for international students seeking entry into Australia’s higher education system.