Quick answer: Canada published its 2027-2029 Immigration Levels Plan on 5 November 2026. For 2027 it plans for up to 622,000 new permanent residents: a top-of-range admissions target of 422,000 plus up to 200,000 spaces from temporary-to-permanent transition measures. The midpoint admissions target is 380,000 a year for 2027, 2028 [...]
The 2026-27 permanent migration programme stays at 185,000, but the split changed: 189 rises from 16,900 to 21,090, 190 from 33,000 to 35,500, and the regional permanent category falls from 33,000 to 14,110 (Australian Department of Home Affairs 2026–27 planning levels). How do you choose? 1. The three routes at [...]
At a glance: The source document says NSW’s 2026–27 subclass 190 nomination is open and expects its first invitation round in the week of 19 October 2026. NSW’s public guidance, however, says invitation rounds take place throughout the year and dates are not announced in advance. Treat that date as [...]
On 15 October 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reportedly issued 2,500 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw. The minimum CRS score was 519. Candidates needed an Express Entry profile created before 7:00:47 p.m. UTC on 21 September 2026. The draw details [...]
At a glance: Victoria will rank 2026–27 skilled-nomination ROIs using its Victorian Points Test (VPT), with a maximum of 950 points across seven factors. Age and English can contribute up to 500 points combined. There is no fixed state VPT pass mark; the federal minimum points threshold for points-tested skilled [...]
At a glance: The Skills in Demand subclass 482 is a temporary, employer-sponsored work visa. Some eligible 482 holders may later apply for permanent residence through the Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186, including its Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream. From 1 July 2026, salary thresholds and visa application charges changed. [...]
Updated: 7 October 2026 Australia’s skilled migration system is not a simple matter of finding your job title on one occupation list. You need to check the occupation code and actual duties against the visa stream, skills assessment, English and points requirements. Some pathways also require state or territory nomination, [...]
VETASSESS assesses skills for a range of designated occupations in Australia’s migration system. On 7 August 2026, it announced that fees for a number of Professional Skills Assessment services rose from 9 September 2026. This guide summarises the affected services and what applicants should check. At a glance: The change [...]
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) formally implemented major reforms to the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) on 24 August 2026. Part of the government’s “Going for Growth” programme, the changes aim to broaden skilled migration eligibility while keeping the system aligned with New Zealand’s long-term economic and labour market needs. In brief: [...]
Commonwealth Bank’s latest State of the States report, released on 15 September 2026, shows Queensland overtaking Western Australia as Australia’s top-performing economy. South Australia was the biggest improver, rising to second place. For Hong Kong applicants considering state-nominated skilled visas (subclass 190 or 491) or business and investment pathways, the [...]
