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Migration Tasmania has now finished inviting ROIs and will recommence invitations once we have received our nomination allocation from the Department of Home Affairs. Number of ROIs on hand (ROIs with a status of Submitted): Subclass 190 - 570 ROIs Subclass 491 - 596 ROIs Nomination places available: Subclass 190 - 33 places Subclass 491 - 62 places Nomination applications lodged but not yet decided: Subclass 190 - 185 applications Subclass 491 - 103 applications Invitations issued but application not yet lodged: Subclass 190 - 35 invitations Subclass 491 - 37 invitations Oldest nomination application lodged and not yet allocated to a case officer - 07/03/2026

New Migration Instrument Released: Family Visa Caps Confirmed for 2025–26 New Migration Instrument Released: Family Visa Caps Confirmed for 2025–26 The Australian Government has released the Migration (Granting of Contributory Parent Visas, Parent Visas and Other Family Visas During Financial Year 2025–26) Instrument 2026 (LIN 26/042). The instrument sets annual caps on grants for selected Family stream visas for the 2025–26 financial year (1 July 2025 – 30 June 2026). Key allocations: • Contributory Parent visas – 6,800 places • Parent visas – 1,700 places • Other Family visas – 500 places Importantly, these levels remain unchanged from the previous financial year. The Government notes that annual capping of these visa categories has operated for more than 20 years and is intended to support orderly and equitable processing where demand significantly exceeds available places. Affected categories include: The instrument commenced following registration and will self-repeal on 1 July 2026 at the conclusion of the financial year. For migration professionals and applicants, the practical takeaway is that planning assumptions for Family migration remain stable for another year, with no increase in available places despite continuing demand. Source: Migration-Granting-of-Contributory-Parent-parent-and-other-family-visas-during-financial-year-2025-2026-Instrument-2026.pdf and Migration-Granting-of-Contributory-Parent-parent-and-other-family-visas-during-financial-year-2025-5-2026 Instrument-2026-explanatory.pdf - Parent and Aged Parent visas (Subclass 103 / 804) - Contributory Parent pathways (Subclass 143 / 864 / 173 / 884) - Other Family categories including Remaining Relative, Carer and Aged Dependent Relative visas.

Tentative Invitation Round Schedule 2025-26 Additional invitation round - Thursday 11 June 2026 (subclass 190 only). Please note, this is a small invitation round only for Subclass 190 visas. This means that Canberra Matrix submissions with a nominated occupation in a critical sector may be prioritised. Canberra Matrix Invitation Round: 6 May 2026 The ACT has a fixed number of nomination places available each month (pro-rata against the annual allocation). The highest ranked Matrix in each occupation were invited to apply for ACT nomination. The cut‑off for selection depended on the remaining monthly allocation, the date and time of Matrix submission, occupation cap and demand. The greater the demand for an occupation, the higher the rank of the Matrix score invited. The minimum ranking score is an indication only and not a guarantee that an invitation was issued. Invitations will not be issued if you have an active application in the system; or if you have previously received ACT nomination. Canberra Matrix submissions in occupations in critical sectors may be prioritised. Requests for ranking information Invitations are not guaranteed. We will not respond to requests for information on ranking or the likelihood of receiving an invitation. Matrix will not be prioritised or issued invitations based on personal circumstances. This includes, but is not limited to, visa expiry dates or a change in circumstances including critical birthdays. Matrix nominating Doctorate Streamlined Pathway 190 nominations: 22 invitations 491 nominations: 8 invitations Canberra residents Matrix nominating Small Business Owners 190 nominations: 3 invitations 190 minimum matrix score: 105 491 nominations: 14 invitations 491 minimum matrix score: 100 Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders 190 nominations: 1 invitation 491 nominations: 0 invitations Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations 190 nominations: 130 invitations 491 nominations: 87 invitations Overseas applicants Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations: 190 nominations: 38 invitations 491 nominations: 33 invitations Download a copy of the Matrix invitation ranking 2025-2026 Allocation of ACT Nomination Places: Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa: 800 places Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa: 800 places Application Count @ 7 May 2026 Total approvals: 1288 approvals 190 Nominations: 615 approvals 491 Nominations: 673 approvals Total refusals: 195 applications 190 Nominations: 91 refusals (12.9%) 491 Nominations: 104 refusals (13.4%) Approvals by residency status since the last invitation round ACT Resident: 1131 approvals (87.8%) Overseas Resident: 157 approvals (12.2%) Remaining Allocation 2025-2026 Total allocation remaining: 312 nomination places 190 Nominations: 185 491 Nominations: 127

Goldfileds DAMA transition Thu, 04/06/2026 - 10:57 The Goldfields DAMA will end on 30 June 2026, with arrangements in place to transition to the Western Australian DAMA (WA DAMA). The WA DAMA will continue to provide a pathway for employers to access skilled migrant workers and support workforce needs across Western Australia. Important dates for Goldfields employers: • 5 June – last day endorsements can be issued under the Goldfields DAMA. • 8 June – employers can submit new applications under the WA DAMA. • 1 July – applications for endorsement are assessed by the Department of Training and Workforce Development – Migration Services. More information about the Goldfields DAMA transition is available here. News Category WA DAMA

ROIs invited to apply for nomination on 04/06/2026: Subclass 190 - 44 ROIs invited Subclass 491 - 27 ROIs invited The lowest scores invited: Subclass 190 - 500 points (Green pass) Subclass 491 - 300 points (Green pass) Number of ROIs on hand (ROIs with a status of Submitted after the invitation round has taken place): Subclass 190 - 580 ROIs Subclass 491 - 598 ROIs Nomination places available: Subclass 190 - 41 places Subclass 491 - 123 places Nomination applications lodged but not yet decided: Subclass 190 - 179 applications Subclass 491 - 138 applications Invitations issued but application not yet lodged: Subclass 190 - 62 invitations Subclass 491 - 76 invitations Oldest nomination application lodged and not yet allocated to a case officer - 06/03/2026

The Department of Home Affairs has officially opened registrations for the Work and Holiday (Subclass 462) Visa Ballot for program year 2026–2027 — and if you're a national of China, India or Vietnam, this is the news you've been waiting for. The registration window is open for just 3 weeks only — making it critical for eligible applicants to act promptly and not miss this limited opportunity. Key Dates & Details: Registration Opens — 4 June 2026 (AEST) Registration Closes — 25 June 2026 (AEST) Eligible Nationals — China, India & Vietnam Visa Subclass — Subclass 462 | Work and Holiday Visa Program Year — 2026–2027 The Work and Holiday visa offers eligible applicants a unique opportunity to live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months — providing invaluable international work experience and cultural exchange opportunities. With registrations closing on 25 June 2026, eligible applicants are strongly encouraged to register at the earliest to secure their place in the ballot process. For full details on eligibility criteria, required documents, and the registration process, refer to the official source below. Source: New Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa pre-application process

The Migration Legislation Amendment (Arrangements for Work and Holiday Visas—Luxembourg) Instrument 2026 commences on 3 June 2026 and introduces a significant procedural change for Luxembourg passport holders applying for a Subclass 462 (Work and Holiday) visa. Migration Legislation Amendment (Arrangements for Work and Holiday Visas—Luxembourg) Instrument 2026 3 June 2026 Under the amendment, applicants holding a valid passport issued by Luxembourg will be exempt from the requirement to provide a letter of support from their government when lodging a Subclass 462 visa application. The change follows a formal request from the Government of Luxembourg, which was accepted by the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship on 2 April 2026. The amendment applies only to applications made on or after the commencement date of 3 June 2026 and does not affect applications lodged before that date. 3 June 2026 This amendment simplifies the application process for Luxembourg nationals seeking to participate in Australia's Work and Holiday program by removing an administrative requirement while maintaining all other eligibility criteria for the Subclass 462 visa. Source: Migration-Legislation-Amendment-Arrangements-for-Work-and-Holiday-Visas---Luxembourg-Instrument-2026.pdf and Migration-Legislation-Amendment-Arrangements-for-Work-and-Holiday-Visas---Luxembourg-Instrument-2026---Explanatory-Statement.pdf

Registrations of Interest (ROIs) for the South Australian Skilled Migration State Nomination Program will close 9am Tuesday, 2 June 2026. The last formal invitation round was conducted on 21 May 2026. As we approach year end, further invitation activity may occur to optimise the allocation of remaining nomination places. Skilled and Business Migration (SBM) will resume accepting ROIs from all eligible candidates when the 2026-27 program commences. Further information regarding the 2026-27 program will be published on our website when it becomes available. SBM will continue to assess applications for nomination and new applications will be able to be lodged. However, with few nomination places remaining, not all applicants will be nominated this program year. Once all nomination places are used, any applications approved will be nominated after SBM receives its nomination allocation for the 2026-27 program year. Any clients effected will be communicated with.

ROIs invited to apply for nomination on 28/05/2026: Subclass 190 - 37 ROIs invited Subclass 491 - 27 ROIs invited The lowest scores invited: Subclass 190 - 314 points (Green pass) Subclass 491 - 56 points (Orange-plus pass) Number of ROIs on hand (ROIs with a status of Submitted after the invitation round has taken place): Subclass 190 - 530 ROIs Subclass 491 - 511 ROIs Nomination places available: Subclass 190 - 57 places Subclass 491 - 169 places Nomination applications lodged but not yet decided: Subclass 190 - 160 applications Subclass 491 - 164 applications Invitations issued but application not yet lodged: Subclass 190 - 54 invitations Subclass 491 - 72 invitations Oldest nomination application lodged and not yet allocated to a case officer - 06/03/2026

Skilled and Business Migration continues to invite clients across the four streams of the 2025-26 General Skilled Migration program. Below you will find the relevant data for the invitations issued on 21 May 2026: Invitations on 21 May 2026 2025-26 invitations issued (to date) ANZSCO Sub-major Group Subclass 190 Subclass 491 Total Subclass 190 Subclass 491 Total 13 Specialist Managers 2 2 4 99 37 136 14 Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers 0 1 1 0 29 29 22 Business, Human Resource and Marketing Professionals 3 3 6 33 107 140 23 Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals 31 10 41 365 103 468 24 Education Professionals 20 2 22 157 38 195 25 Health Professionals 59 7 66 609 30 639 26 ICT Professionals 0 6 6 7 236 243 27 Legal, Social and Welfare Professionals 7 1 8 66 15 81 31 Engineering, ICT and Science Technicians 2 4 6 42 145 187 32 Automotive and Engineering Trades Workers 8 21 29 86 63 149 33 Construction Trades Workers 11 10 21 152 96 248 34 Electrotechnology and Telecommunications Trades Workers 18 1 19 124 15 139 35 Food Trades Workers 0 0 0 0 21 21 36 Skilled Animal, Agricultural and Horticultural Workers 0 0 0 0 4 4 41 Health and Welfare Support Workers 0 9 9 17 107 124 45 Sports and Personal Service Workers 0 0 0 1 0 1 51 Office Managers and Program Administrators 0 0 0 9 40 49 Total 161 77 238 1767 1086 2853 This is the final scheduled invitation round for the current program year. As we approach year end, further invitation activity may occur to optimise the allocation of remaining nomination places.

ROIs invited to apply for nomination on 21/05/2026: Subclass 190 - 30 ROIs invited Subclass 491 - 27 ROIs invited The lowest scores invited: Subclass 190 - 330 points (Green pass) Subclass 491 - 56 points (Orange-plus pass) Number of ROIs on hand (ROIs with a status of Submitted after the invitation round has taken place): Subclass 190 - 518 ROIs Subclass 491 - 470 ROIs Nomination places available: Subclass 190 - 88 places Subclass 491 - 213 places Nomination applications lodged but not yet decided: Subclass 190 - 165 applications Subclass 491 - 190 applications Invitations issued but application not yet lodged: Subclass 190 - 46 invitations Subclass 491 - 73 invitations Oldest nomination application lodged and not yet allocated to a case officer - 04/03/2026

The Royal Australian Chemical Institute has played a leading role in advancing the contribution of chemical science across education, research, industry, and the broader community for over a century. Its endorsement reflects a strong alignment between the updated VETASSESS assessment criteria and current Australian industry standards. RACI’s endorsement reinforces the importance of maintaining high standards in skills assessment for occupations that contribute to critical sectors of the Australian economy. It also highlights the value of collaboration between VETASSESS and industry bodies to ensure assessment frameworks remain relevant and up to date. VETASSESS looks forward to continuing its partnership with RACI in supporting skilled migration pathways that address workforce needs across the chemical sciences sector.