Australia new visa rules 2019

In 2019, the Australian government introduced several changes to its visa rules and regulations. Here are some of the key changes:

1. Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): The government introduced a new points-based system for the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189), which replaced the previous system. The new system assesses applicants based on their skills, qualifications, and work experience.
2. Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190): The government also introduced a new points-based system for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190), which is for applicants who have been nominated by a state or territory government.
3. Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa: The government introduced a new Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491), which is a temporary visa that allows applicants to live and work in regional Australia for up to five years.
4. Streamlined processing for certain visas: The government introduced a streamlined processing system for certain visas, including the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). This means that eligible applicants can have their applications processed more quickly.
5. Changes to the English language requirement: The government increased the English language requirement for certain visas, including the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). Applicants must now demonstrate a higher level of English language proficiency.
6. Changes to the age requirement: The government increased the age requirement for certain visas, including the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). Applicants must now be under the age of 45 to be eligible.
7. Changes to the qualifications requirement: The government introduced new qualifications requirements for certain visas, including the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). Applicants must now have a bachelor's degree or higher qualification.
8. Changes to the work experience requirement: The government introduced new work experience requirements for certain visas, including the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). Applicants must now have at least two years of relevant work experience.
9. Changes to the health requirement: The government introduced new health requirements for certain visas, including the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). Applicants must now undergo a medical examination and provide proof of health insurance.
10. Changes to the character requirement: The government introduced new character requirements for certain visas, including the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). Applicants must now demonstrate good character and provide proof of good character.

These changes were introduced to improve the integrity and effectiveness of Australia's visa system, and to ensure that only the most skilled and qualified applicants are granted visas.