Three new Ministerial Directions commenced on 25 July 2026, changing the order in which certain family, skilled and National Innovation visa applications are processed.
The 2026 reforms introduce paper-only ART review for prescribed temporary visa refusals. No hearings, strict deadlines, written submissions only.
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Compare the ACT 491 and 190 visa pathways to find which nomination option best suits your migration goals. Understand eligibility, benefits, and key differences between the two ACT visas.
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Understand how the Canberra Matrix scoring system works for ACT 491 and 190 nominations. Learn how points are calculated, when invitations are issued, and how to improve your ranking for ACT nomination.
Learn how PhD graduates from ACT universities can apply for fast-tracked nomination under the ACT Doctorate Streamlined Pathway.
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The ACT Government has announced major updates to its skilled migration program for the 2025–26 financial year. The biggest change is the introduction of the new ACT Nominated Migration Program Occupation List, which replaces the former Critical Skills List.
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The last step of the Job Ready Program (JRP) is the Job Ready Final Assessment (JRFA).
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Once you have completed your Job Ready Employment (JRE), the next step in the Job Ready Program (JRP) is the Job Ready Workplace Assessment (JRWA).
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After completing your Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA), the next step in the Job Ready Program (JRP) is Job Ready Employment (JRE)
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For many international graduates in Australia, the Job Ready Program (JRP) is the pathway to a successful skills assessment and, ultimately, permanent residency.
Your Guide to the Job Ready Program for Skilled Migration Read More »
