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Policy Updates

Coalition Proposes to Scrap the 485 Visa

The Federal Coalition has announced a major migration plan that includes one of its most significant proposals for international graduates: scrapping the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485).

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Migration Guide
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Hospitality & Tourism

NFF Backpacker Visa Fast-Track: Labor's Policy U-Turn

Labor faces mounting pressure from regional electorates after the NFF secured a temporary fast-track for harvest season backpacker visas. Here is what agricultural employers need to know.

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Migration Guide
Employer Sponsored Visas
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September 2026 Evidence Level Update: Which Countries Face Higher Student Visa Risk?

The Department of Home Affairs has refreshed its Evidence Level settings for September 2026, with changes affecting Student visa applicants from multiple countries. Find out what this means for your application.

500 Visa
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Migration Guide
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Visa Application Charge Surcharge Abolished: October 2026

From 1 October 2026, the Department of Home Affairs has abolished the visa application charge surcharge. Find out which applicants are affected and what this change means for your costs.

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Migration Guide
Employer Sponsored Visas
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Subclass 600 ADS Stream: Approved Travel Agent List Updated in 2026

From 29 September 2026, new legislative changes reshape eligibility requirements for travel agents operating under the Subclass 600 ADS stream. Chinese group tour applicants and their agents need to act now.

Visitor Visa
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Migration Guide
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eVisitor Visa: Form & Manner Legislative Update 2026

A legislative amendment has updated the form and manner requirements for eVisitor visa applications. Find out what this means for travellers planning to visit Australia.

Visitor Visa
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Migration Guide
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Student Visa Rules Are Now in Effect

This is no longer a proposed change or an announcement about what may happen in the future. The new Student visa rules are now in force.

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Migration Guide
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ESOS Agency Update: ELICOS & Foundation Program Students

Legislative changes to ESOS agency recognition for ELICOS and Foundation Programs took effect in late 2026. If you hold or are applying for a Subclass 500 student visa, here is what you need to know.

500 Visa
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Migration Guide
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ACT 2026–27 Invitation Round Schedule Released: First Round Starts in October

The first round planned for the week starting 12 October 2026.

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