Australia Raises Salary Thresholds for Skilled Visas
Australia has announced a significant increase in the minimum salary thresholds required for skilled migration visas, a change set to take effect from July 1, 2025. This update will impact several key visa subclasses, including the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482), Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186), and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494). […]
Australia Launches 2026 Lottery Visa for Skilled Migrants
In a significant policy shift, Australia has announced the launch of a new “Skilled Migrant Lottery Visa” starting in 2026. This new visa pathway aims to streamline the migration process for qualified professionals and address ongoing workforce shortages across key sectors. The lottery-style visa system is designed to create a fairer, faster, and more transparent […]
Australia Increases International Student Cap to 295,000 by 2026
Australia has announced a major policy shift that will reshape its international education landscape. By 2026, the government will raise the cap on international student visas to 295,000, a move aimed at supporting the education sector while balancing migration policy. Why Is Australia Increasing the Cap? The decision comes as Australia looks to recover from […]