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title: What is CRICOS and why is it important?
description: "Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) is the Australian Government's official register of education providers and courses approved for international students. Only CRICOS-registered institutions can legally enroll students on a student visa, making it essential to…"
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/what-is-cricos-and-why-is-it-important/"
updated: "2026-01-12"
category: Application Essentials
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# What is CRICOS and why is it important?

Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) is the Australian Government's official register of education providers and courses approved for international students. Only CRICOS-registered institutions can legally enroll students on a student visa, making it essential to check before accepting an offer.