If you are looking at applying for the National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858), you now have more options, with New South Wales (NSW), Victoria (VIC), and South Australia (SA) all opening their doors to nominations. What is the National Innovation Visa? The 858 visa is a permanent visa for individuals with an internationally recognised record…
If you hold a Partner (Provisional) visa (subclass 309) or a Partner (Temporary) visa (subclass 820), and it has been two years since you first lodged your visa application, you may now be eligible to move to the permanent stage of your Partner visa. This is an important milestone that can provide long-term certainty for…
If you’re applying for a Protection visa (subclass 866) in Australia, every single detail you include in your application must be truthful and accurate. This applies even if someone else fills in or submits the application on your behalf. Australian law takes honesty in visa applications extremely seriously. Under the Migration Act 1958 (s.234), giving…
English proficiency is an essential part of many Australian visa applications. From 7 August 2025, the Department of Home Affairs introduced new rules that change the way English ability is assessed. These updates affect the tests you can take, the scores you need, and how long your results are valid. If you are preparing a…
If you are applying for an Australian visa, you may need to prove your English language proficiency. This requirement is set by the Department of Home Affairs (DOHA) and applies to certain visa subclasses. The aim is twofold: Why Does the Department Require an English Test? The DOHA requires proof of English ability for some…