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Bridging Visa Work Can Count Towards 186 TRT
If you're planning to apply for a subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (TRT stream) visa, there's a welcome update from the Department of Home Affairs that may work in your favour—especially if you’re currently holding a Bridging Visa (BV).
NSW 190 Invitations Issued Again – Engineering Occupations Dominate, Is the Application Window Closing?
On 14 May 2025, New South Wales released another round of 190 skilled migration invitations, marking the third round since mid-April. The frequency of these invitations suggests that NSW is accelerating towards the end of the financial year, aiming to allocate remaining nomination spots before 30 June. However, compared to the two earlier rounds in April and early May, the number of invitations this round has clearly decreased, indicating the "sprint phase" may be tapering off. This points to a shift in focus in the coming weeks towards processing already issued pre-invitations, rather than expanding invitation numbers further.
【WA State Nomination Invitation Update】2024–25 Program Year Trends and Application Strategy
As various Australian states continue to release their latest nomination quotas and invitation data, Western Australia (WA) has also announced the results of its eighth round of invitations, covering up to 8 May 2025. According to official figures, a total of 702 invitations were issued in this round, spanning both subclass 190 and 491 visas. This article provides a professional analysis based on invitation data, trend observations, and strategic recommendations.
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Latest Update on State Nomination Quotas for Australia (As of April 30, 2025)
As the 2024-25 financial year progresses, the state nomination quotas for the 190 and 491 skilled migration visas are becoming clearer. According to the latest data from the Department of Home Affairs, as of April 30, 2025, the status of state nominations is as follows.
Labor Re-Elected: What It Means for Australia's Immigration Landscape
On 3 May 2025, Australia's federal election concluded with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese successfully leading the Labor Party to re-election.
Queensland's NIV Nomination Criteria Released: Three Key Talent Categories Favoured
Australia’s immigration policy is once again evolving. As part of its strategic migration planning, the Australian Government will launch the new National Innovation Visa (NIV) by the end of 2024.
Major Update for Australia's Working Holiday Visa! Cyclone and Storm-Affected Areas Now Eligible for Visa Extensions, with Queensland as a Key Focus
Australia's Working Holiday Visa (WHV) has just received a major update! The Minister for Immigration recently announced an expansion to the areas eligible for visa extensions. Not only do these areas now include regions previously impacted by floods and bushfires, but it also covers areas affected by cyclones and storms, with a major focus on multiple regions in Queensland.
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Countdown Alert! Victoria's State Nomination ROI Submissions Closing on 29 April — Key Information You Must Know
Attention to all those interested in migrating to Australia! The Victorian Government has recently announced that the 2024–2025 financial year’s state nomination Registration of Interest (ROI) process will officially close at 4 PM AEST on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
