New amendments to skilled visa regulations provide critical support for family violence survivors and children with medical conditions, allowing them to pursue visas independently of the primary applicant.

On 14 May 2024, the Australian Government unveiled the planning levels for its 2024–25 permanent Migration Program, setting it at 185,000 places. This strategic plan aims to address skills shortages, boost regional development, and strengthen social cohesion by strengthening family and community bonds.

As of 2 August 2024, the Department of Home Affairs has introduced significant updates to the Subclass 482 visa, particularly in relation to the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements for occupations in the Short-Term Stream. These changes aim to simplify the application process, reduce the burden on applicants, and ensure a fairer and more transparent system.

The long awaited allocations of State Nominations for the Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 visa have been announced. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the allocations.

The Migration Amendment (Business Innovation and Investment Program Closure) Regulations 2024 has been introduced to amend the Migration Regulations 1994. This amendment effectively closes the BIIP to new visa applications across several streams.

A critical pathway to addressing the Aged Care sector’s workforce shortages.

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