Learn how to stay in Australia for 3 years on a Working Holiday Visa. Step-by-step guide to getting your second and third year approved.

VETASSESS Professional Skills Assessment fees increase from 9 September 2026. See what is changing, who is affected and what applicants should do before lodging.

Labour market testing (LMT) is the step where a sponsoring employer advertises a nominated position in Australia and proves no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident was available, before lodging a nomination.

Small point increases matter more than you think. See which levers — English retests, NAATI, work experience, study — add points fastest for skilled migration.

The Department of Home Affairs issued invitations in the 189 Visa Invitation Round 4 June 2026. A total of 10,000 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) were invited. The tie-break date was April 2026.