Australian Immigration Policy Archives

An Australian passport, a visa application form, and a family silhouette representing family reunification, set against a backdrop of the Sydney Opera House and a migration office, symbolizing Australia's 2024-2025 visa cap update.

Parent Visa

Visa Caps for Parent and Family Visas in 2024-2025

The Australian Government has released the visa cap allocations for Contributory Parent, Parent, and Other Family visas for the 2024-2025 financial year under the Migration (Granting of Contributory Parent Visas, Parent Visas, and Other Family Visas) Instrument 2025 (LIN 25/018). This legislative instrument sets limits on the number of visas…

A professional digital graphic illustrating the changes to Aged Parent Visas (Subclass 804, 864, 884) in Australia, featuring an elderly couple reunited with their family. The image includes an Australian visa document and a subtle background of the Australian flag, symbolizing family reunification under the new migration regulations.

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Ministerial Intervention, Parent Visa

Substituted Subclass 600 Visa Exemptions & Parent Visa

Big Changes for Aged Parent Visas: What You Need to Know The Australian government has made important changes to Aged Parent visas. These changes will help some parents stay with their families in Australia. Under the new Migration Amendment (Substituted Subclass 600 Visa Exemptions) Regulations 2025, parents who hold a…

A professional workplace in Australia featuring skilled workers in healthcare, IT, and engineering, representing opportunities under the Skilled Migration Pathways and the Migration Strategy 2023.

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Migration Update

Migration Strategy 2023 – Everything You Need to Know

Migration Strategy 2023 The Migration Strategy 2023 seeks to balance economic growth with social cohesion. It recognises that migration is a vital component of modern economies and societies, providing the skills, diversity, and innovation needed to thrive in a globalised world. By strategically managing migration, countries can address labor shortages,…