Abul Rizvi
Abul Rizvi is a former deputy secretary of the Australian Immigration Department and a prominent commentator on immigration policy. He has been vocal in critiquing the significant investor visa, arguing it poses risks related to criminal links and does not effectively address Australia’s demographic challenges. Rizvi's insights contribute to the ongoing debate about the effectiveness and integrity of various migration pathways, emphasizing the importance of policy that truly benefits the Australian population.
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Former immigration department official Abul Rizvi said most cases came down to whether a person was a 'genuine student'.
Student visa rejection appeals: In-person hearings to end
Australia· 2026-02-05
Abul Rizvi, a former deputy secretary of the Department of Immigration, commented on the implications of increased citizenship and migration via New Zealand.
Easing of citizenship rules for New Zealanders raises migration concernsAustralia· 2026-01-29
Immigration expert Dr Abul Rizvi said fees for international students have been increasing 'much faster than inflation' in recent years.
The shocking cost of degrees from Australian universitiesAustralia· 2026-01-26
Abul Rizvi, a former deputy secretary of the immigration department, said one option was for the Coalition to strengthen the Australian Values Statement.
Opposition explores tougher screening on Australian values for new migrantsAustralia· 2025-11-19
Abul Rizvi, a former immigration deputy secretary, commented on the need for a long-term target for net migration.
No ‘magic number’ in immigration debate, home affairs minister saysAustralia· 2025-10-16
Abul Rizvi is a former department deputy secretary who now analyses immigration data.
How more than 100,000 people live in Australia with rejected claims for asylumAustralia· 2025-09-23Immigration expert Abul Rizvi said student caps were a blunt tool when used by either party.
Coalition to make international students at Group of Eight universities pay $5000 visa feeAustralia· 2025-04-06
Former immigration department deputy secretary Abul Rizvi suggests a university entrance exam to manage overseas student numbers.
Dutton talks tough on migration but is yet to reveal what voters must knowAustralia· 2025-03-20
Abul Rizvi said restoring the significant investor visa was a bad idea.
Peter Dutton plan could cost $2.5 billionAustralia· 2025-02-09