Navitas’ Agent Perception Survey (May 2026) of 870 education agents across 64 countries finds that visa uncertainty is driving genuine, well-qualified students away from traditional study destinations.
Affordability, post-study work rights, and visa certainty now weigh heavily on student choices. Agents report students applying to more destinations outside the ‘big four’, with New Zealand gaining ground on reputation and trust while interest in some traditional markets softens.
The findings underline why clear counselling on visa risk and backup destinations is essential for applicants.
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