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The Migration Consultant Adelaide, Australia

Registered Migration Agent Expert in Australian Study & PR Pathways Specialists in Refused Visas
MARN: 2518907

15/10/2026

🚨 NSW SKILLED MIGRATION PROGRAM 2026–27 — IMPORTANT UPDATE!

Planning to apply for Australian Permanent Residency through NSW? Here are the latest updates you need to know!

✅ Subclass 190 — NOW OPEN!
The NSW nomination program for the Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190) is now open.

📅 First Invitation Round
NSW expects its first Subclass 190 invitation round in the week commencing 19 October 2026.

📋 Updated NSW Skills List
The updated Skills List has been published for the 2026–27 program year. Your occupation must be eligible under the relevant NSW Skills List requirements to be considered for an invitation.

⛔ Subclass 491 — STILL CLOSED
Applications for NSW Subclass 491 nominations under all pathways remain closed to new applicants.

👩‍⚕️ NSW Health Deployment Program
Nurses, midwives and allied health professionals may have opportunities to work across NSW for 2–13 weeks, with paid travel, accommodation and additional financial support.

⚠️ Important: Keep your SkillSelect Expression of Interest (EOI) up to date and ensure you have valid supporting evidence for every claim.

📩 Want to understand your skilled migration options? Seek professional advice before making your next move.

The Migration Consultant
👨‍💼 Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent
🪪 MARN: 2518907
📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]

Eligibility and nomination are subject to the applicable requirements. An invitation or nomination is not guaranteed.

01/10/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT STUDENT VISA UPDATE

From 2 October 2026, certain visa subclasses may have restrictions on making a new student visa application while the applicant is in Australia (onshore).

This means that being in Australia does not automatically mean you can lodge another student visa application onshore. Specific location requirements and exemptions may apply.

Check the onshore application requirements first.

📩 Get professional migration advice before choosing your course or career pathway.

The Migration Consultant
Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2518907)
📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au
📍 Adelaide, Australia

Information is general in nature. Eligibility depends on individual circumstances and the applicable legislation.

01/10/2026

🚨 MAJOR AUSTRALIAN STUDENT VISA CHANGES

From 2 October 2026, significant changes are being introduced around onshore Student Visa applications, course progression and visa extensions.

📌 Key points:
❌ Onshore Student Visa applications may be restricted

⚠️ Course/institution changes may be subject to new requirements

📄 Onshore visa extensions may only be available where an exemption applies

🎓 Specific exemptions may apply to doctoral students, defence students, provider-default situations and certain course progression cases.

📩 Get professional migration advice before choosing your course or career pathway.

📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
👤 Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent (MARN: 2518907)

Information is general in nature. Eligibility depends on individual circumstances and the applicable legislation.

VISA HOLDERS — YOUR VISA & TAX RECORDS CAN BE MATCHED!Did you know the ATO has a visa data-matching program?The ATO rece...
21/09/2026

VISA HOLDERS — YOUR VISA & TAX RECORDS CAN BE MATCHED!

Did you know the ATO has a visa data-matching program?

The ATO receives visa information from the Department of Home Affairs and matches it against its own records to help identify potential issues with tax, income and superannuation obligations.

⚠️ This means your visa status, work arrangements and tax records need to be consistent and accurate.

❌ Undeclared income
❌ Incorrect tax information
❌ Working arrangements that don't comply with visa conditions
❌ Incorrect or misleading information
can potentially lead to compliance attention.

👉 Don't wait until you receive a notice from the authorities.

📩 Get professional migration advice before choosing your course or career pathway.

The Migration Consultant
Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2518907)
📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au
📍 Adelaide, Australia

19/09/2026

🚨 NEW PRIORITY OCCUPATIONS — AUSTRALIA

Australia has introduced Ministerial Direction 122, setting out processing priorities for certain temporary skilled visa applications.

🔹 Priority sectors include:

🏗️ Construction
🏥 Healthcare
👩‍🏫 Teaching
🌾 Agriculture
🐟 Aquaculture & Fishing
⛏️ Resources
👮 Law Enforcement & Defence

Priority processing does not mean automatic visa approval. Applicants must still meet all relevant visa requirements.

If your occupation falls within a priority sector, understanding the latest processing rules could be important for your migration strategy.

📩 Get professional migration advice before choosing your course or career pathway.

The Migration Consultant
Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2518907)
📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au
📍 Adelaide, Australia

🚨 NEW PRIORITY OCCUPATIONS — AUSTRALIA

Australia has introduced Ministerial Direction 122, setting out processing priorities for certain temporary skilled visa applications.

🔹 Priority sectors include:

🏗️ Construction
🏥 Healthcare
👩‍🏫 Teaching
🌾 Agriculture
🐟 Aquaculture & Fishing
⛏️ Resources
👮 Law Enforcement & Defence

Priority processing does not mean automatic visa approval. Applicants must still meet all relevant visa requirements.

If your occupation falls within a priority sector, understanding the latest processing rules could be important for your migration strategy.

📩 Get professional migration advice before choosing your course or career pathway.

The Migration Consultant
Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2518907)
📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au
📍 Adelaide, Australia

17/09/2026

4 Occupations Still in Demand in Australia!

Looking at building your career and future in Australia? These occupations continue to have strong demand and may offer potential skilled migration pathways:

🔹 Doctors
🔹 Construction & Skilled Trades 🏗️
🔹 Nurses &
🔹 Aged care Professionals 🩺

⚠️ Important: Being in demand does not automatically mean you qualify for a visa or PR. Eligibility depends on your occupation, skills, qualifications, experience, English, points and the visa requirements applicable to your circumstances.
📩 Get professional migration advice before choosing your course or career pathway.
The Migration Consultant
Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent
📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au
📍 Adelaide, Australia

17/09/2026

MAJOR AUSTRALIA MIGRATION UPDATE

Following Tony Burke’s National Press Club address on 17 September 2026, several significant migration changes have been announced/proposed that could affect international students, skilled workers, visitors and partner visa applicants.

8 key updates to know:

1️⃣ Student visa family members
Restrictions on accompanying spouses/family members, with an exception for PhD students.

2️⃣ EOI system for student visas
An Expression of Interest (EOI) system is proposed for student visa applications.

3️⃣ No course downgrade
Stricter rules are proposed around changing to a lower-level qualification.

4️⃣ No visa hopping
Measures are being introduced to limit repeated visa switching and prolonged temporary stays.

5️⃣ Trade workers & skilled points
Trade workers are set to receive the same points treatment as university-qualified applicants under the relevant skilled migration settings.

6️⃣ Priority occupations
Greater priority is being given to sectors including construction, agriculture, doctors and nurses.

7️⃣ Visitor visa restrictions
Visitor visas are expected to carry “No Further Stay” conditions more broadly.

8️⃣ Partner visa applicants
Additional time in Australia on a visitor visa may be available in certain partner-visa circumstances.

⚠️ Important: These announcements may require further legislation, regulations or implementation details. The exact operation and commencement dates should be confirmed before relying on them for a visa strategy.

Thinking about studying, working or applying for a visa in Australia?

Get professional advice before making major changes to your course or visa plans.

The Migration Consultant
Nitin Verma | Registered Migration Agent
📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au
📍 Adelaide, Australia

BIG MIGRATION POLICY UPDATE — TOMORROWAustralia’s migration policy is expected to be announced tomorrow, 17 September 20...
16/09/2026

BIG MIGRATION POLICY UPDATE — TOMORROW

Australia’s migration policy is expected to be announced tomorrow, 17 September 2026, by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke.

The announcement could provide important updates across areas such as:

🔹 Temporary migration
🔹 Visa “hopping” and extended stays
🔹 Family visa arrangements
🔹 Working Holiday Maker visas
🔹 Skilled migration
🔹 Appeal rights for certain visa applicants
🔹 Measures relating to net overseas migration

⚠️ Important: These are reported areas of consideration, not confirmed changes. The final details will be known once the Government makes its official announcement.

📌 If you are currently in Australia or planning your migration pathway, don’t rely on rumours or social media speculation. Any changes should be considered in the context of your individual visa circumstances.

👉 Follow The Migration Consultant for verified updates after the announcement.

The Migration Consultant (TMC)
Registered Migration Agent — Nitin Verma | MARN 2518907

📞 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au
📍 Adelaide, Australia

14/09/2026

AUSTRALIA’S TEMPORARY VISA POPULATION — 31 DECEMBER 2025

Australia had approximately 3.03 million temporary visa holders present in the country as at 31 December 2025.

Here’s how the temporary population was composed:

New Zealand Citizens (SCV) — 709,437
Visitors — 660,545
Students — 477,890
Bridging Visa Holders — 412,582
Temporary Employment — 495,096
 • Skilled Employment — 215,768
 • Other Employment — 279,328
Working Holiday Makers — 225,751
Family (Temporary) — 19,203
Crew & Transit — 21,777
Other Temporary Categories — 5,414

What stands out?
• New Zealand citizens represented the largest group at around 23.4%.
• Visitors accounted for approximately 21.8%.
• International students represented around 15.8% of the temporary visa population.
• Bridging visa holders accounted for approximately 13.6%.
• Employment-related temporary visa holders represented almost half a million people.
Total temporary visa holders present: 3,027,695

Source: Australian Government — Department of Home Affairs, Administration of Immigration and Citizenship Programs, 16th Edition, 2026.

10/09/2026

AUSTRALIA VISA PROCESSING TIMES

Planning to study, work, visit, join family or migrate to Australia? 🇦🇺✈️

Visa processing times can vary significantly depending on the visa subclass, stream and individual circumstances.

Our latest update covers key subclasses including:

🔹 482 – Skills in Demand
🔹 485 – Temporary Graduate
🔹 491 / 494 – Regional Visas
🔹 500 – Student Visa
🔹 600 – Visitor Visa
🔹 820 / 801 / 309 / 100 – Partner Visas
🔹 189 / 190 – Skilled Visas
🔹 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme
🔹 864 / 143 – Contributory Parent
🔹 103 – Parent Visa

⏳ Parent visa estimates:
➡️ 864 & 143 — 15 years
➡️ 103 — 33 years

📌 Processing times are indicative only and not guaranteed. They can change depending on application completeness, health and character checks, additional information requests, processing priorities and application volumes.

📲 Need help choosing the right visa or planning your application?

The Migration Consultant
📞 Nitin Verma (Registered Migration Agent | MARN 2518907)
📱 +61 405 862 862
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.themigrationconsultant.com.au

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