Migration Update
Migration (Australian Values Statement for PIC 4019) Instrument 2025: What You Need to Know
The Australian Government has introduced a new rule. It is called the Migration (Australian Values Statement for Public Interest Criterion 4019) Instrument 2025 (LIN 25/086). This new instrument replaces the old 2020 version (LIN 20/166). It also clarifies what visa applicants must do under Australian migration law. What is PIC 4019? Public Interest Criterion (PIC) 4019 requires certain visa applicants to acknowledge and commit to Australian values. By signing the Australian Values Statement, applicants agree to follow Australian law and values while in Australia. Key Updates in the 2025 Instrument The 2025 update maintains the core requirements of PIC 4019
Kerusha Kharel
