18/09/2026
๐ฆ๐บ AUSTRALIAโS MIGRATION RULES ARE CHANGING! ๐
Australia has announced a number of significant migration policy changes that could affect international students, skilled workers, graduates and prospective migrants.
๐ Some key changes include:
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง Changes to student visa dependants
The government has announced restrictions on adding family members to most student and graduate visas, with specific exceptions applying to certain groups and courses, including PhD students.
๐๏ธ Changes to the skilled migration points test
Under the proposed new points test, certain housing and construction trades are set to receive an uplift, with these skills treated at a higher qualification level for points purposes.
๐ท Greater focus on skills Australia needs
Skilled migration processing priorities are also placing greater emphasis on sectors including construction, healthcare, teaching, law enforcement, defence and other priority industries.
๐ Stronger visa integrity measures
The government is also introducing measures aimed at reducing visa hopping, strengthening compliance and addressing applications that do not meet visa requirements.
โ ๏ธ What does this mean for you?
If you are planning to study, bring your family, graduate, or pursue skilled migration in Australia, it is important to understand how the latest changes may apply to your individual circumstances.
๐ Migration policies can change, and not every announced reform takes effect immediately. Always check the latest official requirements before making important visa decisions.
๐ฉ Need guidance with your Australian education or visa plans?
Get in touch with Sherig Dongkher ECPF for assistance with your study and application planning.
๐ฆ๐บ Stay informed. Plan ahead. Make informed decisions.