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At Migration Affairs we are professionals who understand the complexities of this changing area of law. You can be assured that we keep up to date with legislative and  policy changes and that we analyse how these modifications will affect you. 

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Major changes to student visa applications and family members from 2 October 2026

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Ministerial Direction 123: A new framework for visa refusal and cancellation on character grounds

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New skilled visa processing priorities: Ministerial Directions 121 and 122

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Major Australian immigration changes announced: Family restrictions, tougher visa rules, skilled worker priorities and offshore delays

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Beyond the Headlines: Navigating Australia’s Changing Migration Policy

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Visa Processing Delays: Why Timing Is Now Central to Australian Migration Planning

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Subclass 407 Under Scrutiny: Department of Home Affairs Confirms High Nomination Refusal Rates

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Understanding the Subclass 403 Visa: Temporary Work (International Relations)

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Tasmanian Skilled Migration Program Opens for 2026–27

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Can a Child Under 18 Sponsor a Parent for an Australian Contributory Parent Visa?

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Ministerial Direction 119 Resets the Processing Order for Skilled Nominations and Visa Applications

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Australian Immigration Update: Temporary Humanitarian Stay Arrangements for Iranian Nationals

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Applying for an Australian Visa with Children – PIC 4017 and Form 1229 Explained

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Can a New Business Sponsor a Worker on a Subclass 482 Visa?

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2026-2027 Financial Year – Migration Updates

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Subclass 400 and Subclass 408 Visas: A Practical Guide for Researchers, Academics and Sponsoring Institutions

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AML/CTF Tranche 2 Reforms: Verification Requirements for Property Purchasers

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Character and Permanent Residency: Working with PIC 4001

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ART Moves to Paper-Based Reviews for Most Student Visa Refusal Matters

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Understanding Surcharge Purchaser Duty in NSW: What Property Buyers Need to Know

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Visa Applicants and Employers: Are You Ready for 1 July 2026 migration changes?

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Federal Budget 2026–27: Key Migration and Skilled Visa Updates

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Queensland’s Construction Workforce Challenge: Migration to Play a Key Role Ahead of Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Mandatory Licensing, Registration or Professional Membership Requirements – Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa

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National Innovation Visa: Key Developments and Insights – March 2026

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Navigating VETASSESS Skills Assessment Applications: A Practical Guide for Professionals

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IML Skills Assessment Requirements: A Practical Guide for Corporate Managers

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Tasmania National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858): A Practical Guide to the State Nomination Pathway

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What Sponsored Employees Must Be Paid: A Guide for Australian Employers

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Travel Alert: Temporary Travel Restrictions for Certain Iranian Visitor Visa Holders

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