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Would someone on a student visa be considered a resident for this purpose?
OTOH, if someone is a continuing student in a country other than where e person is a citizen, IMO it would definitely be wise to stay in the country where the person is studying. Returning home even if one has a multiple entry student visa constitutes an enormous risk in the current situation.