What this instrument does

The Education Services for Overseas Students (Specified Classes of Courses for Automatic Suspension and Cancellation) Instrument 2026 is a legislative instrument registered on the Federal Register of Legislation. It was made under the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 and commenced on 4 September 2026.

The instrument specifies which classes of courses can be automatically suspended or cancelled under the overseas student education framework.

What the instrument contains

Sections 4 and 5 of the instrument define the specific course classes that are subject to automatic suspension or cancellation. The full text of those sections is available at the source document. The source summary does not detail which providers or course types are named in those sections.

Where to find the full instrument

The instrument and its explanatory statement are published on the Federal Register of Legislation at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01160. The explanatory statement on that page provides plain-language guidance on what the instrument covers.

This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.