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Australia Updates Skilled Visa Processing Priorities with New Ministerial Directions 121 and 122

Australia's Department of Home Affairs has updated the processing order for certain skilled visa applications. This happened with the introduction of Ministerial Directions 121 and 122. These new rules started on 19 September 2026 and replace the previous processing guidelines under Ministerial Direction 119. The new system prioritises applications based on important sectors and where the applicant was when they submitted their application.

Jurisdiction

Australia

Stage

Effective 19 Sept 2026

Published

Not stated in source

In force

19 Sept 2026

Category

Work Permits

Official source

Department of Home Affairs