From 11 March 2026, applicants for the Training visa (subclass 407) can only lodge a valid application after their sponsor has been approved and the nomination has been approved (unless the sponsor is a Commonwealth agency). Previously, these could be lodged at the same time. This means applicants may need to wait longer before applying. Those in Australia must hold another valid visa while waiting, as a Bridging Visa is only available after a valid application is lodged. App

Important news for everyone currently holding a student visa, or planning to apply. Without prior warning, the application fee for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) has been doubled. From 1 March 2026 , the Department of Home Affairs has unexpectedly increased the visa application charges. Updated fees – Subclass 485 🔱Primary applicant: AUD 4,600 (previously AUD 2,300) Additional applicant (18+): AUD 2,300 (previously AUD 1,150) Additional applicant (under 18): AU

This week, our migration agent was honoured to be invited to an Australian Citizenship Ceremony held at the City of Wanneroo (WA). On this special day, one of our clients proudly became an Australian citizen — and for us, moments like this are always deeply moving and rewarding. Looking back at the journey: 📍 first contact with AUMA — February 2019 📍 Australian Citizenship Ceremony — February 2026 7 years of trust, close collaboration, patience, milestones, and shared ach