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Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) Visa Document Checklist
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Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) Visa Document Checklist

The Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa is a points tested application which can lead directly to permanent residence. Although anyone can submit an expression of interest through SkillSelect, it is an invitation only application where an Australian State/Territory need to agree to nominate you for the visa. What are the stages of a Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa application? There…
Immigration blog
30 June, 2025
SA State Nomination for the National Innovation Visa (NIV) (Subclass 858)
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SA State Nomination for the National Innovation Visa (NIV) (Subclass 858)

The National Innovation (Subclass 858) Visa (NIV) requires that each visa applicant has an Australian Nominator. The Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the NIV sets out four priority groups that the Department will consider in issuing invitations to apply for the visa. "Priority Group 2" captures candidates who have been nominated "by an expert Australian Commonwealth, State or Territory Government". Ahead of the…
Immigration blog
13 June, 2025
The National Innovation Visa (Updated: 11 June 2025)
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The National Innovation Visa (Updated: 11 June 2025)

On 14 May 2024, the Australian Government released the Federal Budget for the 2024/25 year, which included a raft of Immigration-related measures. Notably, it announced that a new National Innovation Visa (NIV) would be released in late-2024, to replace the Global Talent (Subclass 858) visa and the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP). On 6 December 2024, relevant legislation formally introduced…
Immigration blog
11 June, 2025
NSW Nomination for the National Innovation Visa (NIV) (Subclass 858)
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NSW Nomination for the National Innovation Visa (NIV) (Subclass 858)

The National Innovation (Subclass 858) Visa (NIV) requires that each visa applicant has an Australian Nominator. The Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the NIV sets out four priority groups that the Department will consider in issuing invitations to apply for the visa. "Priority Group 2" captures candidates who have been nominated "by an expert Australian Commonwealth, State or Territory Government".…
Immigration blog
10 June, 2025
Parent Visa Document Checklist
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Parent Visa Document Checklist

Australia offers both temporary and permanent Parent visas for the parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand (ENZ) citizens. There are various visa types, and the right option will depend on factors such as the parents’ age, whether they’re seeking a temporary stay or permanent residency, and their financial situation. Overview of permanent Parent visa options The…
Immigration blog
23 May, 2025