Immigration News
October 28, 2026
Migration reforms 2026: in force, announced, still pending
Australian migration reform tracker: dated updates for NIV, partner, skilled and employer-sponsored applicants, including the 12 November 407 change.
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October 15, 2026
NSW 190 nomination opens for 2026 to 2027
NSW state nomination is open for 2026–27. Check 190 eligibility, the expected October invitation round, updated skills list and the latest 491 status now.
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October 12, 2026
Ministerial Direction 122: Your Visa Priority Checklist
Check all 10 visa subclasses under Ministerial Direction 122, exact priority occupations, location at lodgement and family rules with practical examples.
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October 11, 2026
PhD Student Partner Visas After 2 October 2026 Explained
Already studying a PhD in Australia? Check the October 2026 partner visa rules, fresh combined applications and what to assess before making travel plans.
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October 7, 2026
Student Visa Changes From 2 October 2026 and Exemptions
Student visa changes from 2 October 2026 affect onshore applications and families. Check the exceptions and what to confirm before your visa application
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July 30, 2026
Ministerial Direction 119 Replaced: What Changed in 2026
Ministerial Direction 119 was replaced on 19 September 2026. See what changed and which rules apply under Directions 121 and 122 for skilled visa cases.
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March 2, 2026
485 Visa Fee Doubles From March 2026: What You Need to Know
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) application fee has doubled from 1 March 2026. See the new fees, who’s exempt, and what it means for your application.
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November 18, 2025
State and Territory Nomination Allocations for 2025-26: Only 20,350 Places Allocated Against 33,000 Planning Level
Complete breakdown of state and territory nomination allocations for 2025-26. Only 20,350 places allocated against 33,000 planning level - a 38% shortfall affecting all skilled migration pathways.
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November 7, 2025
NSW & ACT Skilled Migration Allocations Announced for 2025-26 Program Year
NSW and ACT announce skilled migration allocations for 2025-26. NSW receives 3,600 places (down from 5,000) and ACT receives 1,600 places (down from 1,800) for subclass 190 and 491 visas.
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October 2, 2025
Victoria’s 2025-26 Skilled Migration Program Now Open: Interim Allocations Announced
Victoria’s 2025-26 skilled migration program opens with interim allocations of 200 subclass 190 and 180 subclass 491 places. Active ROIs remain valid, new applicants can apply now.
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September 11, 2025
New English Language Requirements for Subclass 482 Visa - September 2025 Changes
Major updates to English language test requirements for Subclass 482 (TSS) visa effective September 13, 2025. New test providers added and resit options now available.
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September 9, 2025
Major Changes to English Language Testing for Australian Migration - August 2025
Important changes to English language test requirements for Australian visas effective August 7, 2025. New test providers added and score requirements updated.
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September 5, 2025
South Australia State Nomination: Limited Interim Allocations for 2025-26
South Australia announces limited interim allocations for 2025-26. No new ROI applications accepted, focus on existing strong candidates from 2024-25 pool.
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