# Australia is tightening visa rules for foreign students and backpackers in an attempt to reduce migration. Foreign students will no longer generally be able to bring partners or children with them, while new ballot rules will determine some extensions for working-holiday visas. Holders of visitor visas will also be prevented from switching to other visa types while in Australia. The government aims to reduce annual net migration to 225-thousand by 2028 from the current 300-thousand. Home Affairs minister Tony Burke denies the changes are politically motivated.
Australia tightens visa rules to curb migration