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Better Life Migration is an Australian immigration, visa and education service provider.

Our Registered Migration Agents have helped 1000’s of clients over 18 years with a 100% success rate with visa applications.

21/10/2026

🚨 NT SKILLED MIGRATION 2026–27 UPDATE | NEW APPLICATIONS RESTRICTED! 🇦🇺

Planning to apply for Northern Territory nomination under Subclass 190 or 491? Here's an important update!

The Northern Territory Government has announced that it has received sufficient nomination applications for the 2026–27 program year.

⚠️ What does this mean for applicants?

❌ Subclass 190: No new nomination applications are being accepted.

❌ Offshore applicants: All offshore nomination streams are currently closed to new applications.

✅ Subclass 491: Limited exceptions remain available for eligible onshore applicants.

📌 Who may still apply under Subclass 491?

Applicants must meet the NT Graduate or NT Resident criteria and have at least one of the following circumstances occurring on or before 30 September 2027:

🔹 Their substantive visa expires by that date, and they are not eligible for a Subclass 485 visa.

🔹 They will turn 45 by that date, making them ineligible for the GSM program.

🔹 They will lose age-related migration points by that date, reducing their Subclass 491 points below 65.

⚠️ Important: MigrationNT cannot guarantee nomination before your visa expires or before you reach an age-related deadline.

💡 Key takeaway: NT nomination opportunities are now significantly restricted. If your visa is expiring or your points are changing, review your options early to ensure you remain lawful in Australia.

📞 Need guidance on your migration pathway? Contact Better Life Migration.

📱 0415 419 414

🌐 www.betterlifemigration.com.au

General information only. Eligibility and nomination outcomes depend on individual circumstances and current NT Government requirements.

20/10/2026

🚨 Victoria skilled migration: 2026–27 fees and selection rules

Planning to seek Victorian nomination for a subclass 190 or 491 visa? Victoria has announced changes for the 2026–27 program year.

💰 New fees

• Registration of Interest (ROI): $66 including GST

• Subclass 190 nomination application: $198 including GST

• Subclass 491 nomination application: $198 including GST

GST applies if you are in Australia when you pay. The nomination fee is payable only if you receive an invitation and submit an application.

📊 How ROIs may be ranked

Victoria’s Points Test considers factors including age, English, skilled employment, qualifications, occupation skill level, partner skills and eligible Victorian skilled employment earnings. Priority industries and occupations may also be considered.

🔄 Previously submitted an ROI? You’ll need to submit a new one for 2026–27 to be considered.

📅 The program is not yet open. Program to open on Monday 26th October 2026.

Read our full guide:

https://betterlifemigration.com.au/victoria-state-sponsorship-2026-27/

Need help understanding your Victorian skilled migration options? Contact Better Life Migration on 0415 419 414.

General information only. Requirements and fees are subject to official program rules. An invitation is not guaranteed.

19/10/2026

NSW Skilled Migration 2026–27: subclass 190 program now open

NSW has opened its subclass 190 nomination program for 2026–27. The first invitation round is expected in the week commencing 19 October 2026.

The updated NSW Skills List applies to the 190 program. To be considered, applicants should check that their occupation is eligible, their skills assessment is current and their SkillSelect EOI accurately reflects their circumstances.

📌 NSW nomination is by invitation. Meeting the minimum criteria or having a high points score does not guarantee selection.

What about the subclass 491?
Applications for NSW 491 nomination remain closed across all pathways. NSW says it will provide an update when more information is available.

Read our guide:
https://betterlifemigration.com.au/nsw-state-sponsorship-2026-27/

For help reviewing your occupation, points, EOI and possible visa pathways, contact Better Life Migration on 0415 419 414.

General information only. Check official program requirements before making decisions. An invitation is not guaranteed.

16/10/2026

❓ FRIDAY FAQ | CAN DRIVING FOR UBER AFFECT YOUR SUBCLASS 189 VISA?

A Subclass 189 applicant was refused, and the fact that they were working as an Uber driver raised an important question:

🚗 Does driving for Uber itself put a Skilled Independent visa application at risk?

Not necessarily. Working as an Uber driver is not, by itself, a reason for a Subclass 189 visa to be refused. In a published Tribunal matter involving a Subclass 189 applicant, the applicant was working full-time as an Uber driver while seeking work as an architect. The visa issue in that case concerned the character test and past offending, not the fact that he drove for Uber. The Tribunal ultimately set aside the refusal decision.

💡 So what actually matters?

If you work for Uber or another gig platform while holding a temporary visa, questions may arise around:

✅ Whether you complied with the work conditions on the visa you held at the time

✅ Whether your employment and income were accurately declared where required

✅ Whether the information in your EOI and visa application is accurate and consistent

✅ Whether the skilled employment you claim for migration points actually meets the relevant requirements

✅ Whether there are separate character, compliance or eligibility issues affecting your application

📌 Friday FAQ takeaway:

Driving for Uber does not automatically jeopardise a Subclass 189 application. The important question is whether you complied with your visa conditions and whether the claims and evidence supporting your skilled migration application are correct.

Don’t assume the occupation written on an applicant’s Uber profile or tax records automatically tells you why their visa was refused. The actual refusal reasons matter.

📞 Better Life Migration

Registered Migration Agent MARN 0530747

0415 419 414

General information only. Individual circumstances and visa conditions vary.

15/10/2026

💰 EMPLOYER SPONSORSHIP SALARY THRESHOLDS |
THEN vs NOW

Do you actually meet the salary threshold for employer sponsorship, or just the number you remember from last year?

Australia’s skilled visa income thresholds increased from 1 July 2026, affecting new employer-sponsored nominations. The official legislation confirms the current CSIT and TSMIT are $79,423, while the SSIT is $146,576.

These new figures apply to relevant nomination applications lodged from 1 July 2026. Federal Register of Legislation

⚠️ But the threshold isn't always the salary you need

This is where applicants and employers can get caught out.

For relevant nominations, the salary generally needs to satisfy both the applicable income threshold and the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) requirements. So if the appropriate market salary for your position is $90,000, offering $79,423 simply because it meets the CSIT may not be enough.

📌 Which threshold applies?

🔹 482 Core Skills: $79,423 CSIT

🔹 186 Employer Nomination Scheme: $79,423 CSIT where the threshold rules apply

🔹 482 Specialist Skills: $146,576 SSIT

🔹 494 Regional Employer Sponsored: $79,423 TSMIT Federal Register of Legislation

💡 Key takeaway: A salary above the threshold does not automatically mean you qualify for sponsorship. Occupation eligibility, nomination requirements, work experience, skills assessment where required, English and other visa-specific criteria may also apply.

📞 Better Life Migration

0415 419 414

🌐 betterlifemigration.com.au

General information only. Salary thresholds are indexed and eligibility depends on the individual nomination and visa pathway.

14/10/2026

eVisitor visa applications: online lodgement confirmed

A new legislative instrument confirms that Subclass 651 eVisitor visa applications must be made online using the approved internet form, Form 1362. It also replaces the instrument that set out the application arrangements in 2016.

This is an update to how applications are made. The instrument does not itself change eVisitor eligibility or visa conditions.

Planning a short visit to Australia? The right visitor visa depends on your passport and circumstances. Better Life Migration can help you understand your options before you apply.

🌐 www.betterlifemigration.com.au
📞 0415 419 414

Source: Migration (Arrangements for eVisitor Visa Applications) Instrument 2026 (LIN 26/061).

13/10/2026

🚨 SOMETHING BIG COULD BE COMING FOR REGIONAL NSW! 🇦🇺
A new NSW state-led DAMA is being proposed, potentially creating
additional skilled migration opportunities across eligible regional areas. 👀
NSW
Government
What could it bring?
✨ More occupations
🎂 Potential age concessions
💰 Potential salary concessions
🏡 Potential PR pathways
📍 Opportunities across eligible regional NSW
⚠️ But it’s not open yet. NSW is currently consulting on the
occupations and proposed concessions, with consultation closing 16 October
2026. NSW
Government
👀 WATCH THIS SPACE!

12/10/2026

📅 ACT 190 & 491 APPLICANTS — MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The first ACT Canberra Matrix invitation round for the 2026–27 financial year is here! 🇦🇺
The ACT Government has confirmed that the first invitation round is scheduled for the week starting 12 October 2026, covering ACT nomination pathways for Subclass 190 and Subclass 491.
🔍 How does the Canberra Matrix work?
Eligible applicants submit a Canberra Matrix, where points are claimed against relevant criteria. Matrices are then ranked, and applicants who rank highly enough in their occupation may receive an invitation to apply for ACT nomination. Simply meeting the eligibility requirements or submitting a Matrix does not guarantee an invitation.
⭐ Who could be prioritised?
The ACT advises that:
🔹 Subclass 491 Matrix submissions are selected first in applicable pathways.
🔹 Occupations in critical sectors may be prioritised, including care, education, construction, renewables and advanced technology.
🔹 Where applicants have the same Matrix score, the date and time of submission may affect selection. If a Matrix has been updated, the updated submission date is used for ranking purposes.
✅ Before the invitation round
Now is the time to check that your:
✔️ SkillSelect EOI information is accurate and current
✔️ Canberra Matrix claims are correct
✔️ Skills assessment and English test remain valid where required
✔️ Supporting documents can substantiate the points you have claimed. ACT Government
⚠️ Important: The ACT Government says its final 2026–27 nomination allocation has not yet been confirmed by the Australian Government, so invitation numbers are not yet known.
👀 Waiting for ACT 190 or 491 nomination? Watch this space!
📞 Better Life Migration
0415 419 414
🌐 betterlifemigration.com.au
General information only. Invitation rounds, criteria and allocation numbers may change. An invitation is not guaranteed.

10/10/2026

❤️ From a provisional Partner visa to permanent residency, we are delighted to celebrate with Odette!

A Partner visa application is about your life together and the future you’re hoping to build. Having someone explain the requirements, answer your questions and guide you through each stage can make a real difference.

We had the pleasure of assisting Odette with both her provisional and permanent Partner visas. With her permanent residency now granted, it was lovely to read that she felt supported and had a positive experience with our team.

Congratulations, Odette, and thank you for trusting us with such an important part of your life. We wish you every happiness as you continue your future together in Australia. 🇦🇺

If you’re starting your Partner visa journey or preparing for the permanent stage, we can help you understand what’s required, organise your relationship evidence and prepare your application with care.

Get in touch with Better Life Migration to discuss your circumstances.

📞 0415 419 414
🌐 https://www.betterlifemigration.com.au

09/10/2026

🎉 Subclass 485 visa granted in just ONE DAY!

We’re delighted to celebrate our client’s Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) visa approval, which is approved in a day!

Congratulations to our client, and thank you for trusting Better Life Migration with this next step in your Australian journey. 🇦🇺

Completing your studies and planning what comes next? We can help assess your eligibility, prepare your 485 application and explore your future visa options.

📞 0415 419 414
🌐 www.betterlifemigration.com.au

Processing times vary. This outcome is specific to this application.

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