The Visa Brief

Australian migration news in plain English, every month. What changed, who it affects, and what to do next.

• The 15 October 189 round invited 20,000 people. Nurses, GPs and most allied health were invited at 70 points, most trades at 65.
• Offshore student visa grant rates fell sharply for South Asia, while onshore rates stayed above 80%. Home Affairs is consulting on stricter money and GS rules (proposed, not decided).
• Since 2 October most people must apply for a new student visa from outside Australia. Since 1 November protection visa reviews cost $1,863.50 upfront.

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