John Bosco Hu has renewed his registration as an Australian migration agent. The official register lists Mr Hu (MARN 0746141) as “Registered”; the next registration period is shown as commencing on 27 October 2026. Register details can change, so check the official record for the latest status. This announcement also [...]
Planning a move to New Zealand means budgeting for official application fees as well as the costs around them. Immigration New Zealand (INZ) currently lists the Active Investor Plus (AIP) Visa from NZ$27,470, the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) Resident Visa from NZ$6,450, and no charge for submitting an SMC Expression [...]
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, [...]
New Zealand’s general election is scheduled for Saturday, 7 November 2026. On 11 September, New Zealand First announced campaign proposals covering immigration and citizenship. These are party campaign commitments, not current law or policies already in force. Whether they proceed will depend on the election outcome and any subsequent parliamentary [...]
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: [...]
