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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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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 article
How Many Points Do You Need for Australia PR in 2026?
You've checked the official Department of Home Affairs website. It says 65 points minimum for Australian PR. You calculate your score. You h... Apr 8, 2026, 10:35:30 PM Read article
Top 15 Occupations in Demand in Australia in 2026
Australia's 2025-26 Migration Program allocated 132,200 places, 71% of the total 185,000 permanent visas, to the skilled migration stream. T... Mar 30, 2026, 5:16:44 PM Read article
How a Registered Migration Agent Can Increase Your PR Chances
You've spent months on your Australian PR application. Documents gathered, forms filled, fees paid. Then the email arrives: "We regret to in... Mar 20, 2026, 6:00:23 PM Read article
Regional Migration in Australia: Why the 491 Visa Is Becoming Popular
While Subclass 189 invitations are shrinking and Subclass 190 competition is intensifying, smart, skilled migrants are discovering what many... Mar 19, 2026, 5:48:08 PM Read article
Common Reasons Why Australian Visa Applications Get Refused (And How to Avoid Them)
You've spent months preparing. Documents gathered. Fees paid. Application submitted. Then the email arrives: "We regret to inform you..." Mar 9, 2026, 6:13:37 PM Read article
What Is Skills Assessment? Your Essential Guide to Australian Migration
Your occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List. You've calculated your points. You're ready to apply for an Australian PR. Then someone t... Mar 5, 2026, 4:20:22 PM Read article
Are You Wasting Time on the Wrong Visa? Here's How to Know
You've spent months preparing. Points calculated. Skills assessed. English test passed. Expression of Interest lodged. You refresh SkillSele... Feb 25, 2026, 5:48:15 PM Read article
Is Australia PR Getting Harder in 2026? Latest Updates Explained
Short answer: Yes and no. The door to Australian permanent residency is still wide open, but the competition has intensified, and the rules ... Feb 24, 2026, 2:01:37 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.