RACC Australia

ACT's new nomination portal launches week of 27 July 2026. See the new $350 fee, portal downtime dates, and what happens to your existing Canberra Matrix.

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

You have 6 months from your official course completion date to lodge a Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) application. That date comes from the completion letter your education provider issues — not your graduation ceremony, not your last exam, not your final assignment submission. Missing it by even one day makes your application invalid, with no exceptions and no refund.

Find out how long you need to be in a relationship before applying for a Partner Visa in Australia and the exceptions to the rule.