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19 articles
Temporary humanitarian stay (Sc 449) for Iranians – 27 July 2026
The Department of Home Affairs guidance of **27 July 2026** explains when Iranian nationals in Australia may be offered a **temporary humanitarian stay (subclass 449)**. The visa is invitation-only, with strict criteria and a registration-of-interest form that does not count as a visa application.
Enhanced Visitor visa 600 PNG ‘Apply again’ option – 3 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, eligible Papua New Guinea citizens gain an enhanced **Visitor visa (600)** ‘Apply again’ option, as announced by the Department of Home Affairs on 3 July 2026. This article explains who is eligible, which streams are covered, and where to find official details.
Skilled visa income thresholds indexation – 1 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, Australian skilled visa income thresholds will rise by 3.8% under annual indexation. This article explains the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT), Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) and Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) changes announced on 1 July 2026, and who is affected.
CRISP Community Refugee Program Made Permanent – 18 June 2026
The **Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Program (CRISP)** will become a permanent part of Australia’s humanitarian approach from 1 July 2026, following a four‑year pilot. This 18 June 2026 DHA update confirms a community-led refugee settlement model built around volunteer Community Supporter Groups.
Australia’s migration program focus 2026-06-09: skilled PR pathways
Australia’s migration program, as discussed on 2026-06-09, is staying open but becoming more targeted. The focus keyword is **Australia migration program**. Skilled, onshore and employer-linked applicants remain central, while family visas continue to support long-term settlement and PR planning.
Australia migration program focus on skills – 9 June 2026
Australia’s 9 June 2026 migration program direction keeps permanent migration open but more selective. The focus keyword is **Australia migration program**. Skilled, onshore, employer-sponsored and regional pathways gain emphasis, while family visas remain central to long‑term settlement planning.
Three migration agents sanctioned – 4 June 2026 update
The Department of Home Affairs reported on 4 June 2026 that three registered migration agents were sanctioned by the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA). This article explains what “three migration agents sanctioned” means for clients, agents and education providers.
‘On the papers’ student visa review change – 29 May 2026
On 29 May 2026, new rules were published allowing the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) to decide certain refused student visa applications ‘on the papers’. This article explains what ‘on the papers’ review means for student visa refusals, using only the limited information currently available.
Migration Legislation Tracker update – 29 May 2026
This 29 May 2026 update explains what the **Migration Legislation Tracker** is, how it relates to Australian migration Bills, commencement dates and disallowances, and what content is locked behind Premium and Platinum access, using only the publicly visible information from the source.
Subclass 462 support letter change – 29 May 2026
On 29 May 2026, a legislative amendment changed the support letter rules for the Subclass 462 (Work and Holiday) visa. Holders of a valid passport from one unnamed country are now exempt from providing a government support letter when applying for a Subclass 462 visa.
Foreign Interference Support Hub launched – 25 May 2026
The Australian Government launched the **Foreign Interference Community Support Hub** on 25 May 2026, giving communities at risk of foreign interference a central place for information, reporting options and multilingual resources. This article explains what the Hub offers and how it supports diaspora and migrant communities.
ART review without oral hearing – key change from 18 May 2026
From 18 May 2026, the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) can decide some migration review matters without an oral hearing. This article explains how **ART review without oral hearing** works in practice, what the 2026 amendment changes, and why decision‑ready files now matter more for refusals and cancellations.