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On December 11, 2023, the Australian Government revealed its Migration Strategy detailing modifications to the procedure for applying for student visas. Starting March 23, 2024, the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) criterion will be replaced with a new requirement called the Genuine Student (GS) test for submissions of Student visa (subclass 500) applications.
When applying for a spouse visa Australia, most couples focus heavily on collecting documents, assuming that volume equals strength. In practice, the real challenge is not gathering evidence but presenting it in a way that is clear, logical, and easy for the Department of Home Affairs to assess.
Case officers are trained to review applications holistically. They assess how evidence, timelines, and explanations connect, rather than judging each document in isolation.
The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed that the next Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) visa invitation round will take place
The Australian Government is taking steps to improve transparency and reduce exploitation in employer-sponsored migration. Under the Migration Amendment (Combatting
Australia’s skilled migration program offers promising pathways for skilled workers to live and work permanently or temporarily in the country.
The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed it is currently experiencing high volumes of applications under the Employer Nomination Scheme
In November 2025, the Australian Parliament advanced new legislation that could significantly change how certain visa review matters are handled.
Victoria has officially opened its 2025–26 skilled migration program, providing new opportunities for skilled workers both in Australia and overseas.
One Planet Migration Law is proud to share that its Founder and Principal Lawyer, Tina Nematian, has been named a
