Latest Migration Blog Articles
New FOI data from the Australian Department of Home Affairs provides detailed insight into occupation ceilings for the Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) visa program for 2025–26.
Subclass 188 Visa Backlog: Official Data Reveals Processing Delays and Impact on Iranian Applicants
Shada Legal obtained official data from the Department of Home Affairs showing the Subclass 188 visa backlog as at 30 November 2025.
Proposed SkillSelect Invitation Rounds Reform – Subclass 189 Occupation Tiers (2025–26)
FOI-released Department of Home Affairs documents outline a proposed shift to more predictable invitation rounds and a tiered occupation prioritisation model with occupation ceilings
Employer-Sponsored Visas Granted to Iranian Nationals (2023–2025)
The Department of Home Affairs has released new data outlining the number of Employer-Sponsored visas granted to Iranian nationals across a two-year period, covering 1 July 2023 to 31 August 2025.
Minimum Points for the 189 Visa (Offshore Applicants): What to Aim for in 2025
The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) remains one of the most sought-after Australian permanent residency pathways. However, for applicants outside Australia (offshore), achieving a competitive points score is essential.


