New 4-Tier Invitation System for Subclass 189: What It Means for Your Visa Chances
In December 2025, the Department of Home Affairs released an internal May 2025 minute under Freedom of Information, discussing how SkillSelect invitation rounds might be managed for the 2025–26 program year. This document is not a formal policy change, and it does not amend migration law. However, from a practitioner’s perspective, it is highly… Continue reading New 4-Tier Invitation System for Subclass 189: What It Means for Your Visa Chances
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482/186 – Skilled Visa Reform – Technical Measures 2025: What You Should Know (From 29 November 2025)
On 29 November 2025 (tomorrow), the Australian Government’s Migration Amendment (Skilled Visa Reform – Technical Measures) Regulations 2025 will come into effect. Although described as a “technical amendment”, these changes will have significant implications for the 482/TSS program, the new Skills in Demand (SID) visa, and the pathway to permanent residency under the ENS… Continue reading 482/186 – Skilled Visa Reform – Technical Measures 2025: What You Should Know (From 29 November 2025)
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Australia’s 2025–26 State & Territory Nomination Allocations: Lower Than Expected
The Australian Department of Home Affairs has released the state and territory nomination allocations for the 2025–26 migration program year. While planners initially anticipated a total of 33,000 places for Subclass 190 and 491 visas, only 20,350 nominations have been issued. Allocation Overview: Distribution Across States and Territories The 20,350 nomination places are… Continue reading Australia’s 2025–26 State & Territory Nomination Allocations: Lower Than Expected
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Partner Visa Success: 9 Practical Tips to Present Your Relationship Effectively
If you ask couples who have completed a partner visa application what the experience was like, many will say something along the lines of: “We didn’t expect it to be this detailed.” A partner visa is deeply personal, but the process requires structure. Most couples start confidently because their relationship is genuine, but the… Continue reading Partner Visa Success: 9 Practical Tips to Present Your Relationship Effectively
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The MATES Ballot has Opened – Here’s Your 2025/26 Guide
The upcoming round of the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) is now underway! The 2025/26 pre-application ballot for MATES opened on 1 November and will close on 14 December 2025, offering 3,000 visa places for young Indian professionals eager to live, work, and gain valuable experience in Australia. If you’re a recent graduate… Continue reading The MATES Ballot has Opened – Here’s Your 2025/26 Guide
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New Core Skills Occupation List Released – new 482 Skills In Demand (SID) visa to commence 07 December 2024
A new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) has been announced by the Australian Government and fulfils the Government’s commitment to replace complex, out of date and inflexible occupation lists in the current temporary skilled visa program. The new CSOL will be a single consolidated list which will apply to the new Skills in Demand visa… Continue reading New Core Skills Occupation List Released – new 482 Skills In Demand (SID) visa to commence 07 December 2024
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Summary of Australian Visa and Related Changes from 01 July 2024
A myriad of changes will apply to the Australian visa program from 01 July 2024. They are summarized below: Increase in Visa Application and Other Fees Most visa categories will increase by 2.75% based on the 2024-25 Consumer Price Index. Student visas have seen a significant increase of 125%, rising to $1600 with additional applicants… Continue reading Summary of Australian Visa and Related Changes from 01 July 2024
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New English Language Requirements
The Australian Government has implemented revisions to the English Language Requirements for Student and Temporary Graduate visas, aligning with its overarching Migration Strategy. Effective March 23, 2024, these changes involve an increase in minimum IELTS scores for both visa categories. Temporary Graduate visas Temporary Graduate Visas now require a minimum score of 6.5 (or equivalent)… Continue reading New English Language Requirements
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Merry Christmas
Dear valued clients and partners, As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for your trust and collaboration. It has been a pleasure assisting you on your migration journeys, and we look forward to many more successful adventures in the coming year. 🎄 Merry Christmas and… Continue reading Merry Christmas
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