After a Visa Refusal: What You Can Legally Do During Your AAT Appeal When your Australian visa is refused or cancelled, and you decide to challenge the decision at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT), the waiting period can be stressful and confusing. One of the most common questions applicants ask: “Can I apply for another

Policy & Legal Framework — Health Criteria for Student Visas in Australia When an individual applies for a student visa (subclass 500) to Australia, one of the key requirements is to “meet the health requirement” set by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). This requirement is codified under the Migration Regulations (Schedule 4) through what

How Australia Prioritizes Student Visa Applications – What You Need to Know When applying for an Australian Subclass 500 (Student) visa, how fast your application is processed depends a lot on where you apply from, what kind of course you’re studying, and which institution you’re enrolled in. According to the Department of Home Affairs, applications

Australia’s Ministerial Direction 115: A Game-Changer for International Student Visa Processing The Australian Government has rolled out Ministerial Direction 115 (MD 115), a major reform that reshapes how Student (Subclass 500) visa applications are processed for offshore applicants. Effective 14 November 2025, MD 115 replaces the earlier Direction 111 and introduces a three-tier “traffic-light” system

New 186-TRT Rule Poses Challenges for Medical Practitioners Seeking Permanent Residency A recent change to Australia’s immigration regulations is set to significantly impact medical practitioners seeking permanent residency through the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (TRT) stream. The Migration Amendment (Skilled Visa Reform Technical Measures) Regulations 2025, effective for applications lodged on or after 29

Tasmania’s TSE Priority Occupation List: Your Fast-Track to Skilled Migration If you’re considering a skilled migration pathway to Australia, Tasmania’s Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE) program might just be your golden ticket. Designed to attract talent in high-demand sectors, the TSE Priority Occupation Lists give special consideration to applicants working in Tasmania in roles critical to