CRICOS Registration Requirement
Education institutions can only enrol and deliver education services to students in Australia on a student visa if they are registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Regulatory Framework
Registration on CRICOS is part of the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Framework. The National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018 also relates to registration on CRICOS.
How to Register
Any provider intending to offer education or training services to students must apply for registration to the ESOS agency for their education sector.
FAQ
Which register must providers be on to enrol student visa holders?
Providers must be registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
What legislation supports CRICOS registration?
Registration on CRICOS is part of the ESOS Framework. The National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018 also relates to registration on CRICOS.
How does a provider become registered?
The provider must apply for registration to the ESOS agency for their education sector.