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417 and 462 visas: Recovery work areas expanded

2025-04-16

The Australian Government has updated the specified work areas for Subclass 417 and 462 visa holders, expanding eligibility to more bushfire and severe weather recovery zones across multiple states.

Australian Government announces 2024-25 family visa caps for Contributory Parent, Parent and Other Family visas

2025-04-16

The Australian Government has set new visa caps for the 2024–25 financial year to manage strong demand for family migration. A total of 6,800 Contributory Parent visas, 1,700 Parent visas,

New Treaty Visa Pathway for Citizens of Tuvalu

2025-04-07

Australia has introduced a new visa pathway under the Pacific Engagement visa (192 visa) for eligible citizens of Tuvalu, as part of the Australia–Tuvalu Falepili Union Treaty.

TOEFL iBT Reaccepted for Australian Visa Applications

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May 9, 2024

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the reacceptance of TOEFL iBT scores for visa and migration purposes, effective from May 5, 2024.

Absolute Immigration’s Submission on the Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

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April 30, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

Streamlined Points Test to Bolster Australia’s Skilled Migration

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April 26, 2024

Minister for Home Affairs Clare O'Neil highlights significant reforms to the Points Test for skilled migration, part of Australia's strategic migration overhaul aimed at enhancing long-term prosperity

2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa Program

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April 26, 2024

The Australian Government has announced significant updates for the Temporary Graduate visa program, effective from 1 July 2024, as outlined in its Migration Strategy. These updates will affect various visa streams, including the Graduate Work and Post-Study Work streams.

Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot(IECSEP): New Pathways for UK Professionals to Australia

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April 26, 2024

The Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP), a part of the Australia-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (A-UKFTA), offers exciting opportunities for UK citizens to advance their careers in Australia.

State and Territory Nominations for March 2024: Skilled Migration Update

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April 19, 2024

The Department of Home Affairs has published the latest figures on State and Territory government nominations for skilled migration visas (Subclass 190 and Subclass 491) for March 2024.

Employer-Sponsored Visas for Skilled Workers in Australia

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April 10, 2024

Employer-sponsored visas in Australia provide career opportunities for skilled individuals, addressing workforce needs and fostering Australia´s growth by enabling employers to access global talent.

NSW Eases Pathway 1 Criteria for Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491

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April 5, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Family Visa Caps Announced by Australian Government

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) 2024: Shaping Australia’s Skilled Migration Future

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

PALM Scheme Family Reunification Pilot

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March 28, 2024

The PALM Scheme introduces a family reunification pilot starting 25 March 2024, aiming to improve the lives of Pacific and Timor-Leste migrant workers.

AUS Government Announces New Pathway to PR: Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa

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March 22, 2024

The Australian Government announced new permanent residency (Subclass 192) for Pacific Islanders & Timor-Leste via lottery. Starting March 29th.

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Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

2025-09-18

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.

Labour Market Testing exemptions expand under CEPA: new UAE trade agreement now in effect

2025-09-09

The Australian Government’s new trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates, the CEPA, has been formally integrated into migration law, expanding Labour Market Testing exemptions and creating new opportunities for

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Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

2025-09-18

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.

Labour Market Testing exemptions expand under CEPA: new UAE trade agreement now in effect

2025-09-09

Permanent Migration Program 2025–26 confirmed: clarity and continuity for employers

2025-09-08

The Australian Government has locked in the 2025–26 Permanent Migration Program at 185,000 places, maintaining skilled migration as the core priority. Businesses can continue workforce planning with confidence and clarity.

2025 Core Skills Occupation List consultation begins: reshaping visa pathways

2025-08-25

Consultations on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) have officially opened, shaping future access to 482 and 186 visas. Employers are encouraged to submit evidence-backed input before 26 September 2025

Important updates to English language requirements for Australian visa

2025-08-12

From 7 August 2025, Australia updated English language test score requirements and expanded approved providers for various visa subclasses, with transitional provisions for earlier tests.

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Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

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Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

2025-01-14

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.

Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

2024-12-19

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.

Introducing the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

2024-12-09

From 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand Visa (SID Visa) will address labour shortages with streamlined pathways and improved mobility.

TOEFL iBT Reaccepted for Australian Visa Applications

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May 9, 2024

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the reacceptance of TOEFL iBT scores for visa and migration purposes, effective from May 5, 2024.

Absolute Immigration’s Submission on the Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

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April 30, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

Streamlined Points Test to Bolster Australia’s Skilled Migration

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April 26, 2024

2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa Program

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April 26, 2024

Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot(IECSEP): New Pathways for UK Professionals to Australia

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April 26, 2024

State and Territory Nominations for March 2024: Skilled Migration Update

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April 19, 2024

The Department of Home Affairs has published the latest figures on State and Territory government nominations for skilled migration visas (Subclass 190 and Subclass 491) for March 2024.

Employer-Sponsored Visas for Skilled Workers in Australia

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April 10, 2024

Employer-sponsored visas in Australia provide career opportunities for skilled individuals, addressing workforce needs and fostering Australia´s growth by enabling employers to access global talent.

NSW Eases Pathway 1 Criteria for Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491

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April 5, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Family Visa Caps Announced by Australian Government

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) 2024: Shaping Australia’s Skilled Migration Future

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

PALM Scheme Family Reunification Pilot

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March 28, 2024

The PALM Scheme introduces a family reunification pilot starting 25 March 2024, aiming to improve the lives of Pacific and Timor-Leste migrant workers.

AUS Government Announces New Pathway to PR: Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa

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March 22, 2024

The Australian Government announced new permanent residency (Subclass 192) for Pacific Islanders & Timor-Leste via lottery. Starting March 29th.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

2025-09-18

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.

Labour Market Testing exemptions expand under CEPA: new UAE trade agreement now in effect

2025-09-09

TOEFL iBT Reaccepted for Australian Visa Applications

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May 9, 2024

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the reacceptance of TOEFL iBT scores for visa and migration purposes, effective from May 5, 2024.

Absolute Immigration’s Submission on the Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

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April 30, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

Streamlined Points Test to Bolster Australia’s Skilled Migration

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April 26, 2024

2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa Program

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April 26, 2024

Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot(IECSEP): New Pathways for UK Professionals to Australia

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April 26, 2024

State and Territory Nominations for March 2024: Skilled Migration Update

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April 19, 2024

The Department of Home Affairs has published the latest figures on State and Territory government nominations for skilled migration visas (Subclass 190 and Subclass 491) for March 2024.

Employer-Sponsored Visas for Skilled Workers in Australia

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April 10, 2024

Employer-sponsored visas in Australia provide career opportunities for skilled individuals, addressing workforce needs and fostering Australia´s growth by enabling employers to access global talent.

NSW Eases Pathway 1 Criteria for Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491

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April 5, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Family Visa Caps Announced by Australian Government

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) 2024: Shaping Australia’s Skilled Migration Future

•

April 4, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

PALM Scheme Family Reunification Pilot

•

March 28, 2024

The PALM Scheme introduces a family reunification pilot starting 25 March 2024, aiming to improve the lives of Pacific and Timor-Leste migrant workers.

AUS Government Announces New Pathway to PR: Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa

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March 22, 2024

The Australian Government announced new permanent residency (Subclass 192) for Pacific Islanders & Timor-Leste via lottery. Starting March 29th.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

2025-09-18

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.

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Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

2025-09-18

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.

Labour Market Testing exemptions expand under CEPA: new UAE trade agreement now in effect

2025-09-09

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Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

2025-09-18

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.

Labour Market Testing exemptions expand under CEPA: new UAE trade agreement now in effect

2025-09-09

Permanent Migration Program 2025–26 confirmed: clarity and continuity for employers

2025-09-08

2025 Core Skills Occupation List consultation begins: reshaping visa pathways

2025-08-25

Important updates to English language requirements for Australian visa

2025-08-12

From 7 August 2025, Australia updated English language test score requirements and expanded approved providers for various visa subclasses, with transitional provisions for earlier tests.

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Featured migration story headline to go here

Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

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