Latest visa news australia

Here are the latest visa news updates for Australia:

Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa Changes

• From November 16, 2021, the TSS visa will be replaced by the new Temporary Skilled Migration Innovation (TSMI) visa.
• The TSS visa will no longer be available for new applications, and existing applications will be assessed under the new TSMI visa criteria.

Skilled Independent (subclass 189) Visa Changes

• From November 16, 2021, the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) will be replaced by the new Skilled Independent visa (subclass 191).
• The new visa will have a higher points threshold and will prioritize applicants with a higher level of English language proficiency.

Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) Visa Changes

• From November 16, 2021, the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) will be replaced by the new Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 494).
• The new visa will have a higher points threshold and will prioritize applicants with a higher level of English language proficiency.

Priority Migration Skilled (subclass 188) Visa Changes

• From November 16, 2021, the Priority Migration Skilled visa (subclass 188) will be replaced by the new Priority Migration Skilled visa (subclass 191).
• The new visa will have a higher points threshold and will prioritize applicants with a higher level of English language proficiency.

New Visa Application Charge (VAC) Increase

• From November 16, 2021, the VAC for most visa applications will increase by AUD 70 to AUD 1,265.

Changes to the Partner Visa Process

• From November 16, 2021, the partner visa process will change to prioritize the assessment of partner visas based on the strength of the relationship between the applicant and their partner.

Changes to the Student Visa Process

• From November 16, 2021, student visa applicants will need to demonstrate a higher level of English language proficiency to be eligible for a student visa.

New Visa Application Centres (VACs) in India

• The Australian Government has opened new VACs in India to improve the visa application process for Indian citizens.

Changes to the Working Holiday Maker (subclass 417) Visa

• From November 16, 2021, the Working Holiday Maker visa will be replaced by the new Working Holiday visa (subclass 417).
• The new visa will have a higher points threshold and will prioritize applicants with a higher level of English language proficiency.

Changes to the Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) Visa

• From November 16, 2021, the Temporary Graduate visa will be replaced by the new Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485).
• The new visa will have a higher points threshold and will prioritize applicants with a higher level of English language proficiency.

Please note that these changes are subject to change and may not be up to date. It is always best to check the official Australian Government website for the most recent and accurate information on visa requirements and changes.