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English language scores for test sat from 13 September 2025 will change for subclass 482 - Skills in Demand visas. Exemptions will continue to apply.
Read MoreThree new English language tests were added to almost all Australian skilled visas. However, visa applicants must be careful as some will not apply, and threshold scores have changed.
Read MoreThe government’s Migration Strategy was laid bare at the start of the week with many changes for skilled visas in 2024 including the abolition and replacement of 482 visas, increasing English for student and graduate visas, and reducing the number of years and maximum age for graduate visas.
Read MoreLate 2021 is when the partner visa sponsorship framework and English requirements will commence. Sponsors must be approved before a valid partner visa application can be lodged. Incoming passenger cards will be replaced by Digital Passenger Declarations in the near future. Visa application charge refunds and waivers are available for some temporary visa holders whose travel to Australia has been affected by COVID-19 border closures.
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