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Australian migration law, explained
Updates on visa policy, ministerial directions and processing priorities, written by a registered migration agent and kept current as the law changes.
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462 Visa Ballot India 2026: Register by 25 June
A practical Brisbane guide for Indian passport holders aged 18 to 30 on how to register for the 2026-27 Subclass 462 Work and Holiday visa b... Jun 11, 2026, 4:42:32 PM Read article
Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement: Sponsor Guide
How Brisbane aged care providers sponsor Filipino, Indian and PNG direct-care workers under ACILA, including salary and English concessions,... Jun 5, 2026, 4:33:43 PM Read article%20(7).png)
482 Visa 180-Day Grace Period: Your 2026 Worker Guide
Onshore workers who lose a Subclass 482 sponsorship in 2026: here are your work rights, how to find a new sponsor, and how the Skills in Dem... Jun 3, 2026, 9:13:00 PM Read article
What to Do When Your Student Visa Is Ending in 2026
Update, 2 October 2026: new Student visa rules now apply The Migration Amendment (Student Visa Reform) Regulations 2026, LIN 26/102 and LIN ... May 29, 2026, 7:59:59 AM Read article%20(6).png)
Lodge a Complete Subclass 500 Student Visa in 2026
Update, 2 October 2026: new Student visa rules now apply The Migration Amendment (Student Visa Reform) Regulations 2026, LIN 26/102 and LIN ... May 28, 2026, 5:02:07 AM Read article%20(5).png)
The Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa 2026: A Complete Guide for Brisbane Employers and Skilled Workers
The subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa 2026 is the workhorse of Australia's employer-sponsored migration system, and for many Brisbane busin... May 23, 2026, 8:59:59 AM Read article
Subclass 485 to PR Onshore Australia 2026
If you hold a Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa, the 2026 to 27 Federal Budget has quietly made your visa one of the most strategically v... May 22, 2026, 5:03:08 PM Read article%20(4).png)
Federal Budget 2026-27 Migration Measures: A Plain-English Summary for Australian Migrants, Brisbane Employers and Prospective Applicants
The Treasurer handed down the 2026-27 Federal Budget at 7:30 PM AEST on Tuesday, 12/05/2026, and the migration settings inside it are more s... May 14, 2026, 8:00:00 AM Read article%20(3).png)
Subclass 500 Student Visa Financial Requirements 2026: A Plain-English Evidence-of-Funds Guide for Indian, Filipino and PNG Applicants
Update, 2 October 2026: new Student visa rules now apply The Migration Amendment (Student Visa Reform) Regulations 2026, LIN 26/102 and LIN ... May 7, 2026, 5:15:13 PM Read article
Subclass 189 vs 190 vs 491 Visa - Which One Is Best for You?
You've run the points calculator. Your occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List. Now you're staring at three visa options that all sound... Apr 15, 2026, 2:40:56 PM Read articleHave a question about your own situation?
These articles are general information. Your circumstances, your history and the current state of the law all affect what is open to you. A consultation with a registered migration agent is the way to get an answer that applies to you.
Migration Star · Rohit Sharma, Principal Migration Agent, MARN 1797395 · Migration Institute of Australia member. The articles on this page are general information only and are not legal advice or a personalised assessment of your circumstances. Migration law changes frequently, and an article may not reflect the law as it currently stands. No visa outcome can be guaranteed.