Learn about the National Innovation Visa (NIV) priorities, including eligibility criteria and priority sectors. Explore pathways for exceptional global talent.

Discover how to secure Victorian nomination for the Subclass 858 National Innovation Visa. Permanent residency for global talent in Victoria

The start of FY2025/26 brings key immigration updates for Australian employers, including increased visa fees and a new AWOTE-linked salary threshold of $76,515 for sponsored roles. Visa scrutiny—especially for the SID visa—is rising, making strategic planning essential. This checklist helps businesses stay compliant, align workforce plans with visa rules, and streamline sponsorship processes. Stay informed and ready to hire globally.

Foreign nationals over 45 can still qualify for the Subclass 186 visa through specific age exemptions, including meeting the Fair Work High Income Threshold (FWHIT). As of 1 July 2025, the FWHIT is $183,100. To be eligible, applicants must show they earned above this threshold for two of the past three years. Employers and applicants should plan carefully to meet these requirements and ensure all documentation is in order.

Temporary visa holders in Australia may be eligible for Medicare if covered by a Ministerial Order or from a country with a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement. Eligible visa subclasses include partner, skilled regional, and humanitarian visas. Check your status and enrol through myGov or Medicare.

From 1 July 2025, all applications for the Subclass 202 Global Special Humanitarian visa must be lodged online via ImmiAccount. This new process requires both the proposer and applicant to submit their forms digitally, streamlining the application and providing instant acknowledgment. The update is part of efforts to modernise Australia’s offshore humanitarian visa system.

With the situation in Iran rapidly deteriorating, many Australians are urgently seeking ways to bring their family members to safety. While there is no official fast-track visa for Iranians, experienced migration professionals are achieving results through strategic use of the Subclass 600 Visitor Visa, Partner and Prospective Marriage Visas, and diplomatic registration.

This article outlines proven tactics—including early submission of Form 80, registering with DFAT, and applying for visitor visas even after refusals—that are helping families reunite faster. If you're trying to help a loved one leave Iran, these practical steps could make all the difference.

The Department of Home Affairs is cracking down on SID visa nominations that don’t meet strict criteria. Employers must now prove both the genuineness of the role and their financial capacity to support it. Our free guide helps you prepare a strong, compliant application—download it today to avoid common pitfalls and ensure success.

Discover how Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers can turn Australian study or work experience into permanent residency in 2025. Learn about ACECQA skills assessments, English criteria, and visa pathways—189, 190, 491, 482, and 186—now that the occupation sits on both the SOL and CSOL.

Australia’s 482 visa occupation list has been replaced by the new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), featuring 456 eligible roles. This major update opens new sponsorship opportunities for occupations like retail manager, data analyst, and childcare worker.

👉 Find out if your job is now on the list.

With only one month left in the 2024–25 migration program year, the Department of Home Affairs still has 15,000 invitations to issue for the subclass 189 visa. In this guide, we break down every invited occupation, the points required, and which roles require licensing or registration—plus tips to maximise your chance of receiving an invitation before 30 June.

The Department of Home Affairs’ March 2025 report on the Temporary Resident (Skilled) visa program reveals a sharp rise in employer-sponsored skilled migration, with application volumes up 53% year-on-year. Covering the final months before the introduction of the new Skills in Demand visa, the report highlights strong demand across healthcare, IT, engineering, and hospitality occupations. This article provides a state-by-state breakdown of top nominated roles, key trends by sector, and insights into how the skilled visa landscape is evolving in Australia.

If you’re applying for the new Skills in Demand (SID) visa, understanding Public Interest Criteria 4013 and 4014 is crucial. These criteria apply to individuals who’ve had a visa cancelled or departed Australia while unlawful or on certain bridging visas. This article explains the key risk factors, outlines when the 3-year exclusion period applies, and offers examples and advice on how to overcome potential barriers to your visa approval.

Discover how Australia decides Protection-visa cases in 2025—from Refugee Convention criteria to complementary protection safeguards—and learn the practical steps, evidence tips and FAQs that can make or break a claim. Perfect for anyone seeking clear, up-to-date guidance on Australia’s on-shore asylum process.

As the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) made way for the new Administrative Review Tribunal (ART), the final six months of AAT operations provide valuable insight into migration and refugee review processing times in Australia. This article breaks down the last published statistics from the AAT’s Migration and Refugee Division, helping applicants understand potential wait times and what to expect moving forward under the ART.

Australia’s migration rules are shifting in 2025. Citizenship application fees will rise from 1 July, NT DAMA III expands regional skilled visa pathways, and South Australia launches a new migrant-industry connection program. These changes impact visa applicants, employers, and HR teams. Stay informed and plan ahead. 👉 Book a free discovery calls to see how these updates affect your migration goals: https://www.oneplanetmigrationlaw.com.au/contact

Australia’s skilled migration landscape is shifting, with two major updates: the Department of Home Affairs has clarified that Subclass 191 applicants need only comply with visa condition 8579—not live in Australia continuously for three years. Meanwhile, Victoria has closed its 2024–25 Skilled Visa Nomination Program to new ROIs after reaching its cap

From 1 July 2025, income thresholds for skilled migration visas will rise—but employers using the Far North Queensland (FNQ) DAMA can still access a 90% concession for Skill Level 3–5 roles, provided it aligns with market salary rates. This change affects new nominations only; applications lodged by 30 June 2025 and existing FNQ DAMA visa holders remain unaffected. Learn how to stay compliant and make the most of this regional pathway.

Australia’s new Skills in Demand Visa continues the long-standing requirement for mandatory skills assessments for certain trade occupations and passport holders. Carried over from the former TSS visa, this process ensures that overseas workers meet Australian standards before applying. In this guide, One Planet Migration Law explains who needs a skills assessment, which occupations are affected, and what steps you should take to prepare a successful application.

Still legally married overseas but in a committed relationship with an Australian partner? You may still be eligible for a Partner visa — even without a finalised divorce. This article explains how Australian immigration law defines permanent separation, the 12-month de facto requirement, and how post-application relationship registration can help meet visa criteria. Learn what evidence you'll need and how to navigate state restrictions on relationship registration.