Australia Immigration News & 2026 Policy Updates
Follow the latest changes to Australia's skilled migration program, points test, and permanent residency subclasses. Our advisory team tracks Department of Home Affairs and Federal Budget announcements so you can plan around what's confirmed.
2026 Policy Snapshot
Confirmed
The 2026–27 permanent Migration Program is set at 185,000 places, with the large majority allocated to the Skill stream.
The 2026–27 Federal Budget confirmed the Government will reform the permanent skilled migration Points Test to prioritise younger, more highly educated, higher-skilled applicants — but detailed mechanics have not yet been released.
The minimum score to lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) remains 65 points under the current test.
Proposed / Under Review — Not Yet in Force
A possible increase to the minimum EOI threshold, discussed but not confirmed.
Review of 'legacy' bonus point categories (e.g. regional study bonus) that may be reduced or removed.
Discussion of a minimum income/'Core Skills Threshold' benchmark for sponsored skilled visas.
Verify current figures: immi.homeaffairs.gov.au — check official government sources for the latest updates.
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