The National Migration Conference 2025 will be held today, providing migration professionals with essential updates ahead of the 2026 program year. The event offers comprehensive coverage of key legislative and policy developments relevant to Registered Migration Agents, migration lawyers, and industry stakeholders.

Session 1: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Presenter: Marsha Bassily, Immigration Lawyer
CPD Allocation: 1 Category B CPD Point (CN199)
This session will deliver structured analysis and practical insights across the following visa programs:
• Student visas
• Skilled visas
• Family visas
• Employer sponsored visas (temporary and permanent pathways)
• Additional legislative amendments and policy updates relevant to 2026
Marsha Bassily will focus on recent changes, emerging trends, and strategic considerations for practitioners advising on complex visa matters.

Session 2: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Department of Home Affairs – Live Briefing
The Department of Home Affairs will provide a high-level overview of the Migration Program with specific emphasis on the skilled independent, employer sponsored, and student visa programs. Key topics include:
• 2025–26 Migration Program planning levels
• Nomination allocations and regional migration settings
• Skills in Demand (SID) visa statistics and trends
• Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) updates
• Processing times and the “Check Twice, Submit Once” initiative
• Compliance developments under strengthened employer legislation
• Subclass 407 Training visa
• Student Program Management
• Current global visa processing times
The Department’s briefing will be delivered by:
Steve Lanyi, Assistant Director, Business, Industry and Regional Outreach (BIRO)
Kimberly Turner, Director, Program Management and Registration, OMARA
The session will conclude with a dedicated question-and-answer segment, providing attendees the opportunity to engage directly with departmental representatives.

Event Details
Date: Today
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM AEDT
Format: Online
This conference serves as an important opportunity for practitioners to remain informed, enhance professional competence, and prepare effectively for the upcoming migration program year. Attendance is strongly encouraged for those seeking authoritative and practical guidance ahead of 2026.

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