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Albano Migration Albano Migration Make your migration a comfortable journey. Bernie Albano is a professional Migration Agent that can deliver your desired results.

Do you want to make the best application that meets the complicated Australian Migration Law requirements? Registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority, a statutory body set up by the Australian Government to regulate the standards of the profession, and to give protection to consumers, he is an expert in Australian Migration Law. Registered Migration Agents are highly educated and up to date in Australian Migration Law and Departmental policies which are used to interpret the legislation. We are governed by the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) and bound by a Code of Conduct. We are required to maintain a professional library of legislation and policy which must be kept up-to-date, and we are required to complete continuous professional development (CPD) studies every year to keep abreast of the constantly changing rules and politics. We need to pass stringent security and character checks. It is illegal for non-registered persons to give immigration advice in Australia.

🇦🇺 AUSTRALIAN STUDENT VISA UPDATE: NEW APPLICATION RULES📢 Important changes effective 2 October 2026Planning to study in...
16/10/2026

🇦🇺 AUSTRALIAN STUDENT VISA UPDATE: NEW APPLICATION RULES

📢 Important changes effective 2 October 2026
Planning to study in Australia or apply for a further Student visa? The Australian Department of Home Affairs has introduced new rules affecting Student visa (Subclass 500) and Student Guardian visa (Subclass 590) applications.

Here are three important points to understand:

🔹 1. Applying for a further Student visa
Most current Student visa holders can no longer lodge a further Student visa application while in Australia. Eligibility to apply onshore depends on the applicable requirements and exemptions.
🔹 2. Including family members
New restrictions apply to including a partner or dependent children in a Student visa application. Limited exemptions are available for eligible applicants.
🔹 3. Check your eligibility before applying

Before enrolling in another course, making financial commitments or planning your stay, check whether you must apply from outside Australia and whether the relevant exemptions apply to your circumstances.

⚠️ Important: An application lodged in Australia when offshore lodgement is required may be invalid. An ineligible family member's application may also be invalid. Do not assume that the same rules apply to every applicant.

📌 What about applications lodged before 2 October 2026?

The Department confirms that applications lodged before the changes commenced will continue to be assessed under the rules that applied when they were lodged.

📖 Read the official Department of Home Affairs guidance:
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/changes-to-student-visa-application-rules-500-590

📩 Need assistance understanding your Australian visa options? Contact Albano Migration to enquire about migration assistance.
📩 Email us at [email protected].

Albano Migration
Make your migration a comfortable journey.

Disclaimer: This post provides general information only and does not constitute individual migration or legal advice. Visa requirements depend on the applicant's circumstances and may change. Please consult the Department of Home Affairs or a registered migration agent for guidance specific to your situation. No visa outcome is guaranteed.

🇦🇺 ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME: TWO AUSTRALIAN VISITOR VISAS (SUBCLASS 600) GRANTED FOR A COUPLE! 🎉We are delighted to sh...
16/10/2026

🇦🇺 ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME: TWO AUSTRALIAN VISITOR VISAS (SUBCLASS 600) GRANTED FOR A COUPLE! 🎉

We are delighted to share another successful visa outcome!

Congratulations to our clients on the grant of two Visitor Visas (Subclass 600) on 15 October 2026.

✨ Visa highlights: ✈️ Multiple entries
📅 Stay of up to 3 months and 6 months, respectively, from the date of each arrival

The visas are subject to the following conditions:
✔️ 8501 – Maintain health insurance
✔️ 8503 – No further stay
✔️ 8101 – No work
✔️ 8201 – Maximum three months' study

This approval marks the beginning of an exciting journey, creating opportunities to visit loved ones, explore Australia's incredible destinations, and make lasting memories together. 🇦🇺💙

A heartfelt thank you to our clients for placing their trust in Albano Migration. We are honored to have been part of your visa journey and wish you a wonderful visit to Australia!

📩 [email protected]
🌐 www.albanomigration.com

This post shares the details of a specific visa grant for general information only. Visa conditions vary between applicants.
Always refer to your individual visa grant notice for the conditions that apply to your visa.

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🇦🇺 HEALTH INSURANCE IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT VISA HOLDERS NEED TO KNOWOfficial update | 6 October 2026Planning to visit, study...
14/10/2026

🇦🇺 HEALTH INSURANCE IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT VISA HOLDERS NEED TO KNOW

Official update | 6 October 2026

Planning to visit, study or work in Australia? Understanding your health insurance obligations is an important part of preparing for your stay.

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has updated its guidance on adequate health insurance for visa applicants and holders.

Most temporary visa holders and visitors are not eligible for Medicare and may be responsible for their own healthcare costs. Depending on your visa subclass and circumstances, you may also need to maintain appropriate health insurance to meet your visa conditions.

✅ What should you check?

🔹 Your visa conditions — Understand the health insurance requirements that apply to your visa.

🔹 Medicare eligibility — Check whether you qualify for Medicare or another applicable arrangement.

🔹 Insurance coverage — Confirm that your policy meets any relevant visa requirements.

🔹 Policy exclusions and costs — Review what is covered, what is excluded and what out-of-pocket expenses you may need to pay.

⚠️ Important: Health insurance requirements vary depending on your visa subclass and individual circumstances. Do not assume that every insurance policy meets Australian visa requirements.

📌 Read the official guidance from the Department of Home Affairs:
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/news-media/archive/article?itemId=1447

📩 Need assistance understanding your Australian visa requirements?

Contact Albano Migration at [email protected] to enquire about assistance with your migration-related questions.

Albano Migration
Make your migration a comfortable journey.

Disclaimer: This post is for general information purposes only and does not constitute individual immigration or health insurance advice. Requirements may change and depend on your circumstances. Always consult the Department of Home Affairs and your insurer for authoritative, up-to-date information. No visa outcome is guaranteed.

🇦🇺 AUSTRALIA: STUDENT VISA TRANSFER CHANGESThe Australian Government has announced changes to how international students...
06/10/2026

🇦🇺 AUSTRALIA: STUDENT VISA TRANSFER CHANGES
The Australian Government has announced changes to how international students can transfer between education providers in Australia.
📌 From 2 October 2026
Non-school students generally need to remain in their principal course for 12 months before seeking a transfer, as a temporary transition measure.
📌 From 1 July 2027
A new Student visa transfer stream is planned to commence. Students seeking to change education providers will need to meet the applicable requirements, including obtaining the new visa before commencing study with the new provider.
The announced arrangements also include restrictions on transfers to lower AQF levels and prevent students from coming to Australia for Higher Education and then transferring onshore to VET.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Requirements may differ depending on individual circumstances and are subject to applicable legislation and future Australian Government updates.
🎓 EDUCATION & MIGRATION ASSISTANCE
Albano Migration
MARN: 1172510
Caroline Bascara
Qualified Education Agent Counsellor
QEAC No: Q834
📩 Contact Albano Migration for assistance with your Australian education and migration pathway.
📧 [email protected]
📚 Source: Australian Government — Department of Home Affairs, 2 October 2026.
Disclaimer: This post is provided for general information and educational purposes only. It does not constitute personalised migration or education advice and does not guarantee any visa, admission or migration outcome. Australian visa requirements, education policies and government regulations may change. For guidance and assistance specific to your circumstances, please contact Albano Migration.

✈️ Permanent Visa Travel FacilityHolding a permanent visa does not necessarily mean the travel facility remains valid in...
01/10/2026

✈️ Permanent Visa Travel Facility

Holding a permanent visa does not necessarily mean the travel facility remains valid indefinitely.

A travel facility allows a permanent visa holder to leave and return to Australia as a permanent resident for a specified period.

If the travel facility has expired, an RRV may be relevant, subject to the applicable requirements.

🇦🇺 Considering your travel or visa options?
Contact Albano Migration to discuss your circumstances.
📩 [email protected]

📌 Official information: Department of Home Affairs—Travelling overseas as a permanent resident

Albano Migration | MARN 1172510

General information only. This post does not constitute migration advice. Individual circumstances and requirements vary.

🇦🇺 SKILLED MIGRATION REFORM | SUBCLASS 482Australia’s skilled migration processing priorities have been updated.From 19 ...
27/09/2026

🇦🇺 SKILLED MIGRATION REFORM | SUBCLASS 482

Australia’s skilled migration processing priorities have been updated.

From 19 September 2026, Ministerial Direction 121 (MD121) replaced the previous temporary skilled visa processing priorities under MD119. MD121 sets the order in which certain temporary skilled visa applications are processed.

For the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa, the first processing priority applies to applications relating to:

🔹 Construction
🔹 Healthcare
🔹 Teaching
🔹 Agriculture
🔹 Aquaculture
🔹 Fishing
🔹 Resources
🔹 Australia’s law enforcement interests
🔹 Australia’s defence interests

Other processing priorities under MD121 include applications in the Specialist Skills stream, applicants who were in Australia when they lodged their application, and other specified categories.

The Skills in Demand (subclass 482) is a temporary visa that allows an approved employer to sponsor a suitably skilled worker for a position they cannot find a suitably skilled Australian to fill. Applicants must still satisfy the applicable visa requirements, including nomination and skills requirements.

⚠️ Important: Priority processing does not mean automatic visa approval. Processing priorities determine the order in which certain applications are considered; all applicable visa and nomination requirements still apply.

📌 Source: Australian Government — Department of Home Affairs
Skilled visa processing priorities
Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)

Albano Migration | MARN 1172510

This post is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute migration advice. Migration laws, policies, processing priorities and visa requirements may change. Information should be considered in light of the circumstances applicable to each individual case. For advice about your circumstances, consult a registered migration agent.



https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/Visa-subsite/Pages/Processing-times/skilled-visa-processing-priorities.aspx?

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482?

🇦🇺 SKILLSELECT UPDATE — SUBCLASS 189An invitation round for the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is currently exp...
25/09/2026

🇦🇺 SKILLSELECT UPDATE — SUBCLASS 189

An invitation round for the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is currently expected by 30 September 2026.

If you have an active Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect, this is a useful time to review your information and ensure your EOI remains accurate and up to date.

You may wish to review:

✔️ Points claimed
✔️ Skills assessment
✔️ English test results
✔️ Qualifications
✔️ Skilled employment history
✔️ Age and personal details
✔️ Nominated occupation

The Department of Home Affairs confirms that applicants for points-tested skilled visas must meet or exceed the 65-point threshold to be invited. However, meeting 65 points does not guarantee an invitation.

Your EOI can be updated before you receive an invitation if your circumstances change, such as gaining additional work experience, obtaining a higher qualification, improving your English results or receiving a new skills assessment.

If you receive an invitation, you have 60 days from the date of invitation to lodge your visa application.

📌 Important: The 30 September 2026 date should be treated as an expected date, not a guarantee of an invitation round, invitation, or particular points score.

📩 Need assistance with your skilled migration pathway?
Contact Albano Migration for professional assistance.

📧 [email protected]

Albano Migration
MARN 1172510

Disclaimer: General information only. This post does not constitute migration advice. Visa requirements, government policies, and invitation arrangements may change. Individual circumstances should be considered before making any application.



Source: Australian Government Department of Home Affairs—SkillSelect.

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skillselect/expression-of-interest?

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skillselect/invitation-rounds?

🇦🇺 SUCCESSFUL NOMINATION APPROVAL! 🎉We’re pleased to share another successful outcome for our client—Employer Nomination...
23/09/2026

🇦🇺 SUCCESSFUL NOMINATION APPROVAL! 🎉

We’re pleased to share another successful outcome for our client—Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)—Direct Entry.

👷 Occupation: Civil Engineer (ANZSCO 233211)
📅 Nomination approval: 15 September 2026

This successful nomination approval is an important step in the subclass 186 visa process.

At Albano Migration, we assist eligible applicants and employers with navigating the Australian migration process and preparing their applications.

📩 Thinking about your Australian visa options?
Contact us today to explore your pathway.

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We’re here to help with your visa journey.

🇦🇺 MAJOR MIGRATION REFORMS ANNOUNCEDThe Australian Government has announced further changes to Australia’s migration sys...
21/09/2026

🇦🇺 MAJOR MIGRATION REFORMS ANNOUNCED

The Australian Government has announced further changes to Australia’s migration system, including measures aimed at strengthening the integrity of the international student program and addressing visa hopping.

🎓 What international students need to know

🔹 Course transfers
Students who want to transfer to a different course will generally need to apply for a new Student visa, allowing the Department to assess whether the change is legitimate.

🔹 Course progression
The Government has announced a proposed approach where students would generally be expected to progress up the qualification scale — for example, from a Bachelor degree to a Master’s — rather than repeatedly moving between courses or progressing to lower-level qualifications as part of a migration strategy.

🔹 Secondary applicants
The Government will restrict the ability of most international students and graduate visa holders to bring family members as secondary applicants, with specified exceptions including certain Pacific and ASEAN arrangements and some courses such as PhD programs. Existing families already in Australia will not be broken up by these changes.

🔹 Stronger action on visa hopping
The Government has announced measures intended to prevent repeated course and visa changes being used primarily to remain in Australia rather than for genuine educational progression.

📌 Important

These measures were announced on 17 September 2026. Some elements will require further implementation, including legislation where applicable, so students should rely on official updates when changes formally commence.

At Albano Migration, we encourage students to make informed decisions about their education pathway and visa circumstances rather than making unnecessary visa or course changes.

🎓 Education & Course Guidance

Caroline Bascara
Qualified Education Agent Counsellor
QEAC No: Q834

For migration matters, speak with an OMARA-registered Migration Agent for advice specific to your circumstances.

📩 Have questions about your education or migration pathway? Contact Albano Migration.
📧 [email protected]

Announced: 17 September 2026

DISCLAIMER: The information published by Albano Migration is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute migration or legal advice. It should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional advice or as the basis for making any visa or migration application. While every effort is made to ensure that the information is accurate and current at the time of publication, Australian migration laws, policies and requirements may change. Information provided may not apply to every individual’s circumstances. For professional migration advice specific to your circumstances, please contact Albano Migration and speak with an OMARA-registered Migration Agent (RMA) before making any visa or migration application.

🇦🇺 Finished studying in Australia? What comes next?Your Australian qualification could open the door to a Temporary Grad...
18/09/2026

🇦🇺 Finished studying in Australia? What comes next?

Your Australian qualification could open the door to a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485)—but choosing the right pathway depends on your individual circumstances.

There are different streams, and factors such as your qualification, study history, age, English, visa history, occupation, and regional circumstances may affect which option you can explore.

🎓 Post-Vocational Education Work stream
🎓 Post-Higher Education Work stream
📍 Regional graduate options for eligible applicants

The important part? Your pathway isn't necessarily the same as someone else's.

Before making your next move, take the time to understand which option may apply to your circumstances.

Not sure which TR-485 pathway fits you?
Let Albano Migration help you identify the pathway worth exploring.

📩 Book a consultation with us today.

Albano Migration
Make your migration a comfortable journey.

Caroline Bascara
Qualified Education Agent Counsellor
QEAC No: Q834

⚠️ Information is general in nature and does not replace personalised migration advice. Visa requirements and eligibility criteria may change. Individual circumstances should always be considered.

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