What has changed

The federal government has registered an amendment to the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students. The instrument is titled the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students Amendment (Overseas Student Transfers) Instrument 2026 and is registered as F2026L01351.

The amendment is made under the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 and is administered by the Department of Education.

What the amendment covers

The instrument updates Schedule 1 of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018. The update specifically covers rules around overseas student transfers between providers.

Commencement date

The amendment commenced on 1 October 2026.

Where to find the full text

The full amendment text is available on the Federal Register of Legislation at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01351.

For department contact details, visit www.education.gov.au.

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