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Immigration policy changes, and what each one means for people with an application on foot.

What Changes on 1 July 2026: Salary Thresholds for the 482, 494, and 186 Visa From 1 July 2026, the salary thresholds for employer-sponsored visas rise by 3.8%. The CSIT and TSMIT increase to $79,423 and the SSIT rises to $146,576. Immigration lawyer Nilesh Nandan explains what this means for employers and sponsored workers.
Australia Bans Iranian Visitor Visa Holders: What the New Arrival Control Determination Means for You The Australian Government has activated its first Arrival Control Determination, barring most Iranian nationals with Visitor visas from entering Australia for six months. Here is what it means, who is affected, and what you can do.
Migration Amendment Act 2026: New Arrival Control Powers Explained The Migration Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Act 2026 gives the Minister power to temporarily block travel for offshore temporary visa holders. Here is what it means for you.
ART Tribunal Student Visa Appeal: No More Oral Hearings from 18 May 2026 From 18 May 2026, the Administrative Review Tribunal may decide student visa refusal appeals without an oral hearing. Immigration lawyer Nilesh Nandan explains what this means, what options remain, and when you need legal advice urgently.
Skills in Demand Visa: What Replaced the TSS 482 and What You Need to Know The new Skills in Demand (SID) visa has replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa. Three pathways, new salary thresholds, and a revamped occupation list — here is the full picture.
Australia's Visa Processing Overhaul: Faster Timelines from March 2026 From 6 March 2026, Australia has introduced standardised, technology-driven service targets aimed at reducing visa wait times. Here is what has changed and what to expect.
Skilled Migration Points System: Major Overhaul Proposed for July 2026 The Government is proposing significant changes to the skilled migration points test from 1 July 2026, including stronger economic weighting and expanded regional incentives.
What to Do If Your Visa Is Refused in Australia A visa refusal is not necessarily the end. In my 27 years practising immigration law, I have seen many refusals overturned on review. But you must act quickly — time limits are strict and the consequences of missing them are severe.
ART Tribunal Appeal Process Australia 2026 The Administrative Review Tribunal replaced the AAT in October 2024. In 2026, significant legislative changes removed oral hearings for student visa refusal reviews. This guide explains the ART process, timeframes, costs, and what the 2026 reforms mean for your case.
Partner Visa Australia — Complete Guide 2026 The partner visa is one of the most applied-for and most refused visa categories in Australia. This guide explains the subclass 820/801 and 309/100 pathways, the four categories of evidence, processing times in 2026, and the most common refusal reasons.
Australian Citizenship Application Guide 2026 Australian citizenship is the final step in the migration journey for many permanent residents. This guide explains the four eligibility requirements, the residence calculation, the citizenship test, the AUD 490 application fee, and the common issues that delay or prevent approval.