AGS Education and Migration

04/06/2026

🚨 MASSIVE UPDATE: 189 OCCUPATION CEILINGS RELEASED (2025-26 PROGRAM YEAR)✨

02/06/2026

🇦🇺 DAY 2 IN SYDNEY – THE FUN JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER! ✨💙

Day 2 in Sydney was filled with even more laughter, exciting discoveries, and unforgettable moments for the AGS group! 🥳

📚 In the morning, the group visited a modern and impressive library. Students had the opportunity to explore Australia’s learning environment while capturing plenty of amazing photos at some truly Instagram-worthy spots!

🏛️ Next, we headed to the Queen Victoria Building (QVB), one of Sydney’s most iconic landmarks. Its stunning heritage architecture and elegant atmosphere made it impossible to resist taking a few memorable photos. 📸✨

🍽️ Lunchtime was definitely a highlight! Everyone enjoyed a delicious all-you-can-eat Korean buffet at Dookki Korean Restaurant. From spicy tteokbokki and fish cakes to a steaming hot Korean hotpot, it was the perfect way to recharge for the afternoon. 😋🇰🇷

🎓 In the afternoon, the group joined a School Tour at St. Maroun’s College. Students explored the campus, learned more about the Australian education system, and gained valuable insights into the daily life of international students.

💙 Another wonderful day full of new experiences, joyful moments, and countless beautiful memories has come to an end. But the Sydney adventure is far from over—there are still many exciting experiences waiting ahead!

📸 Let’s take a look back at some of the best moments from Day

02/06/2026

🇦🇺 DAY 1 IN SYDNEY – WE MADE IT! ✈️💙

Sydney has officially welcomed the AGS group! 🎉

This year’s Sydney Tour is back with an exciting atmosphere as we are joined by 54 students and teachers from Tran Phu High School, Hanoi. 🫶

After a long journey, the group has finally arrived in one of the world’s most liveable cities, filled with excitement and anticipation for the adventures ahead. 🌏✨

From the fresh air and pleasantly cool weather to the vibrant streets and unique Aussie vibes around every corner, Sydney has already given us a truly memorable start to our Australian journey.

📸 The first check-in photos from Sydney are here!

And this is only Day 1! There are still plenty of exciting experiences, valuable learning opportunities, and unforgettable memories waiting for the group in the days ahead.

31/05/2026

28/05/2026

🇦🇺 𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐂𝐂𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐀𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐀! 🇦🇺

𝐓𝐑𝐀 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝟏𝟑𝟑 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐂𝐂𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 & 𝐒𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐒 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒

Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has officially released an updated list of 133 trade occupations together with the qualification requirements needed for a Skills Assessment in Australia.

This is an important update for:
✔️ International Students
✔️ Skilled Workers
✔️ Temporary Visa Holders
✔️ Employer-Sponsored Visa Applicants
✔️ Future PR Applicants

If you are planning to build your future in Australia through a trade occupation pathway, this update is highly valuable.

🔧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:
✅ Carpenter
✅ Plumber
✅ Electrician
✅ Painter
✅ Chef & Cook
✅ Motor Mechanic
✅ Welder
✅ Cabinet Maker
✅ Baker
✅ Hairdresser
✅ Bricklayer
✅ Wall & Floor Tiler
✅ Airconditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
✅ Metal Fabricator
✅ Diesel Motor Mechanic
…and many more.

📌 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬

A TRA Skills Assessment is a key requirement for many Australian migration pathways, including:
🔹 Skilled Migration Visas
🔹 Employer-Sponsored Visas
🔹 Regional Migration Pathways
🔹 Permanent Residency (PR) Opportunities

Understanding the qualification requirements for your occupation can help you:
✔️ Prepare early
✔️ Choose the right qualification pathway
✔️ Avoid assessment issues
✔️ Improve your long-term migration planning

Australia continues to face strong demand for skilled trade workers, especially across regional areas and critical industries nationwide.

📩 Need support with Skills Assessment, visa pathways, or migration planning?
Contact AGS for personalised guidance and professional assistance.

📞 Australia: +61 414 003 498
📞 Vietnam: +84 918 41 43 47 (Hanoi)
📞 Vietnam: +84 983 06 07 06 (Ho Chi Minh City)

27/05/2026

🇦🇺 AUSTRALIA IMMIGRATION 2026 – KEY UPDATES & POPULAR PATHWAYS 🇦🇺

Australia continues to be one of the top destinations for skilled workers, international students, and families looking to build a long-term future. With the growing demand for qualified talent, 2026 brings many opportunities for those planning to study, work, and settle in Australia. ✨

📌 Some of the most popular visa pathways include:
🔹 Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
🔹 Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
🔹 Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)
🔹 Employer Sponsored Visa (Subclass 482)
🔹 Family & Partner Visas

💡 To improve your chances of receiving an invitation:
✔️ Improve your English score
✔️ Prepare a complete skills assessment
✔️ Stay updated with skilled occupation lists
✔️ Choose the right pathway based on your profile and long-term goals

⚠️ Don’t rely on outdated or unofficial information. Australian immigration policies can change depending on labor market demands and government priorities.

📍If you are:
🎓 Planning to study and stay in Australia
💼 Looking for skilled migration opportunities
👨‍👩‍👧 Wanting to sponsor your family in the future
… now is the perfect time to start preparing your documents and planning your migration pathway.

📩 Inbox us today for the latest Australia visa updates and personalized migration advice!

📞 Australia: +61 414 003 498
📞 Vietnam: +84 918 41 43 47 (Hanoi)
📞 Vietnam: +84 983 06 07 06 (Ho Chi Minh City)

26/05/2026

🇦🇺 LATEST UPDATE ON AUSTRALIA’S 482 SKILLED VISA PRIORITY PROCESSING – 2026

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has continued updating visa processing priorities under Ministerial Direction No.105.

This directly impacts processing times for Subclass 482/SID visas and other skilled migration pathways.

📌 CURRENT VISA PROCESSING PRIORITIES:

✅ 1. Applications for Regional Areas Receive Higher Priority

Employer-sponsored applications located in designated regional areas are being prioritised, including:

• Subclass 482
• Subclass 186
• Subclass 494
• Subclass 187

➡️ This is one of the key reasons why regional sponsorship applications are currently being processed significantly faster.

✅ 2. Healthcare & Teaching Occupations Remain Strongly Prioritised

Priority occupations include:

• Nursing
• Aged Care
• Teaching
• Healthcare Support
• Psychology
• Social Work
• Childcare
• Medical Technicians

…and related sectors.

👉 Australia continues to face critical workforce shortages in these industries.

✅ 3. Accredited Sponsors Receive Faster Processing

If the sponsoring employer holds Accredited Sponsor status (recognised by the Australian Government as a highly trusted sponsor), visa applications may be processed more quickly.

➡️ This explains why some applications submitted at the same time can have very different processing timelines.

📌 IMPORTANT NOTES:

The Department of Home Affairs emphasises that:

❗ Incomplete applications may significantly delay visa processing.
❗ Applications can be refused without a request for further documents.
❗ “Decision-ready” applications have a major advantage.

👉 Therefore, applicants should prepare all required documents carefully from the beginning, including:

• Skills assessment
• Health examination
• Police clearance
• Employment evidence
• English proficiency

📊 CURRENT 482 VISA PROCESSING TIMES:

• Core Skills Stream: approximately 21 working days (median)
• Specialist Skills Stream: approximately 7 working days (median)

However:

⚠️ Applications outside priority categories may experience considerably longer waiting times.

📌 CONCLUSION:

In 2026, Australia is clearly prioritising:

✔ Regional applications
✔ Healthcare occupations
✔ Teaching occupations
✔ Accredited Sponsors
✔ Well-prepared, decision-ready applications

Applications submitted hastily, with missing documents, or under weaker sponsors may find it increasingly difficult to compete for faster processing.

Source:
Department of Home Affairs Austra

🇦🇺 CẬP NHẬT MỚI NHẤT VỀ THỨ TỰ ƯU TIÊN XÉT VISA TAY NGHỀ ÚC 482 – 2026
Bộ Nội Vụ Úc vừa tiếp tục cập nhật chính sách ưu tiên xử lý hồ sơ visa tay nghề theo Ministerial Direction No.105.
Điều này ảnh hưởng trực tiếp đến thời gian xét visa 482/SID và các diện tay nghề khác.
📌 THỨ TỰ ƯU TIÊN XÉT VISA HIỆN TẠI:
✅ 1. Hồ sơ làm việc tại khu vực regional (vùng chỉ định)
Các hồ sơ employer sponsor tại vùng regional sẽ được ưu tiên xử lý trước.
Bao gồm:
• Visa 482
• Visa 186
• Visa 494
• Visa 187
=> Đây là lý do hiện nay các job vùng regional có tốc độ xét hồ sơ nhanh hơn đáng kể.
✅ 2. Nhóm ngành Healthcare & Teaching được ưu tiên mạnh
Các ngành liên quan đến:
• Điều dưỡng
• Chăm sóc người già
• Giáo viên
• Hỗ trợ y tế
• Tâm lý học
• Social worker
• Childcare
• Medical technician
… đang được ưu tiên xét visa.
👉 Úc vẫn đang thiếu hụt nhân lực nghiêm trọng trong các ngành này.
✅ 3. Sponsor có Accredited Status được ưu tiên
Nếu công ty bảo lãnh là Accredited Sponsor (doanh nghiệp được Chính phủ Úc đánh giá uy tín cao), hồ sơ sẽ được xử lý nhanh hơn.
➡️ Đây là lý do nhiều hồ sơ cùng nộp nhưng thời gian ra visa lại khác nhau rất lớn.
📌 LƯU Ý QUAN TRỌNG:
Bộ Nội Vụ Úc nhấn mạnh:
❗ Hồ sơ thiếu giấy tờ sẽ làm chậm toàn bộ quá trình xét visa.
❗ Có thể không được yêu cầu bổ sung hồ sơ trước khi bị từ chối.
❗ Hồ sơ “decision-ready” sẽ có lợi thế lớn.
👉 Vì vậy:
• Skills assessment
• Health check
• Police check
• Chứng minh kinh nghiệm
• Tiếng Anh
cần được chuẩn bị đầy đủ ngay từ đầu.
📊 TÌNH HÌNH XÉT VISA 482 HIỆN TẠI:
• Core Skills stream: khoảng 21 ngày làm việc (median)
• Specialist Skills stream: khoảng 7 ngày làm việc (median)
Tuy nhiên:
⚠️ Các hồ sơ không thuộc nhóm ưu tiên có thể chờ lâu hơn đáng kể.
📌 KẾT LUẬN:
Năm 2026, Úc đang ưu tiên rõ rệt:
✔ Regional
✔ Healthcare
✔ Teaching
✔ Accredited Sponsor
✔ Hồ sơ chuẩn chỉnh ngay từ đầu
Những hồ sơ nộp “vội”, thiếu giấy tờ hoặc sponsor yếu sẽ ngày càng khó cạnh tranh thời gian xét duyệt.
Nguồn chính thức:
Department of Home Affairs Australia

25/05/2026

🇳🇿 NEW ZEALAND UPDATES ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS FOR MORE AEWV APPLICATIONS FROM JUNE 2026

New Zealand has officially announced an important update to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) program.

📌 From 01 June 2026, minimum English language requirements will also apply to jobs classified under ANZSCO and the National Occupation List (NOL) Skill Level 3.

Currently, this requirement only applies to Skill Level 4 and 5 positions.

According to New Zealand Immigration Minister — Hon Erica Stanford, Skill Level 3 occupations currently make up the majority of AEWV applications, accounting for around 50% of total applications lodged.

💬 The New Zealand Government stated that basic English proficiency helps migrant workers:
• better understand their rights and responsibilities
• communicate more effectively at work
• integrate more successfully into New Zealand communities

📌 What is the required English level?

The required standard will be:
✔️ IELTS 4.0 or equivalent

This is considered a basic everyday communication level, not an advanced English requirement.

⚠️ Who will be affected?

The new policy will apply to:
• AEWV applications lodged from 01 June 2026 onwards
• Current AEWV holders whose visas expire after 01 December 2026 and who wish to apply for a new AEWV under Skill Level 3

📌 Transitional arrangements & exemptions:

✅ AEWV holders with visas expiring on or before 01 December 2026 can still apply for a new Skill Level 3 AEWV without meeting the new English requirement

✅ Applicants who have previously provided acceptable English evidence in an AEWV application will continue to be considered as having met the requirement

❌ The new English requirement will NOT apply to:
• Job Change applications
• Global Workforce Seasonal Visa
• Peak Seasonal Visa AEWV applications

📣 If you are planning to work in New Zealand under the AEWV pathway, it is recommended to prepare your English documents early to avoid impacting your visa plans in the near future.

Need support with:
🇳🇿 AEWV applications
📄 English eligibility assessment
📑 Visa documentation
✈️ New Zealand work & migration pathways

Contact us for detailed advice and the latest upda

Please contact us for detailed advice and the latest updates.

📞 Australia: +61 414 003 498
📞 Vietnam: +84 918 41 43 47 (Hanoi)
📞 Vietnam: +84 983 06 07 06 (Ho Chi Minh)

25/05/2026

🇦🇺 LATEST UPDATE ON AUSTRALIA’S 2026 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CAP

The Australian Government has released the latest update on the 2026 international student allocation (as of 22 May 2026), and the numbers show that study places are being filled very quickly.

📊 2026 International Student Intake Plan:
Australia is planning to welcome 295,000 new overseas student commencements (NOSCs) in 2026.

Current situation:

✅ 201,000 students have already been granted visas or commenced their studies
✅ Around 180,500 students are currently holding student visas
✅ Approximately 61% of the national allocation has already been used

📌 Breakdown by education sector:

🎓 Higher Education Sector
• Allocation: 196,200
• Granted visas / commenced studies: 143,400

🛠️ VET & College Sector
• Allocation: 94,300
• Granted visas / commenced studies: 57,600

⚠️ What does this mean?

Under Ministerial Direction 115, as education providers gradually approach their allocation limits, student visa applications may experience:

• Longer visa processing times
• Stricter document assessment
• Changes in processing priority levels

💡 Advice for students planning to study abroad:

✔️ Submit your application as early as possible
✔️ Choose a reputable and suitable institution
✔️ Prepare strong financial and Genuine Student documents
✔️ Avoid applying too close to the intake period

This update shows that Australia continues to closely manage international student numbers throughout 2026.

If you are planning to study in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK, or Europe and need support with:

🎓 Course & institution selection
📄 Student visa applications
📑 SOP & supporting documents
✈️ Full visa support services

Please contact us for detailed advice and the latest updates.

📞 Australia: +61 414 003 498
📞 Vietnam: +84 918 41 43 47 (Hanoi)
📞 Vietnam: +84 983 06 07 06 (Ho Chi Minh

🚨 CẬP NHẬT MỚI NHẤT VỀ CHỈ TIÊU DU HỌC ÚC 2026 🇦🇺

Chính phủ Úc vừa công bố cập nhật mới nhất về chỉ tiêu sinh viên quốc tế năm 2026 (tính đến ngày 22/05/2026) và các con số cho thấy lượng suất học đang được sử dụng rất nhanh.

📊 Kế hoạch tuyển sinh năm 2026:
Úc dự kiến tiếp nhận 295,000 sinh viên quốc tế mới (NOSCs) trong năm 2026.

Tình hình hiện tại:

✅ 201,000 sinh viên đã được cấp visa hoặc bắt đầu chương trình học
✅ Khoảng 180,500 sinh viên hiện đang sở hữu visa du học
✅ Khoảng 61% tổng chỉ tiêu toàn quốc đã được sử dụng

📌 Phân bổ theo từng nhóm ngành học:

🎓 Khối Đại học (Higher Education)
• Chỉ tiêu: 196,200
• Đã được cấp/chính thức nhập học: 143,400

🛠️ Khối nghề & Cao đẳng (VET / College)
• Chỉ tiêu: 94,300
• Đã được cấp/chính thức nhập học: 57,600

⚠️ Điều này có ý nghĩa gì?

Theo Ministerial Direction 115, khi các trường dần tiến gần đến giới hạn chỉ tiêu, hồ sơ du học có thể gặp:

• Thời gian xét visa lâu hơn
• Kiểm tra hồ sơ khắt khe hơn
• Thay đổi trong mức độ ưu tiên xét duyệt

💡 Lời khuyên dành cho học sinh/sinh viên có kế hoạch du học:

✔️ Nộp hồ sơ càng sớm càng tốt
✔️ Lựa chọn trường học uy tín và phù hợp
✔️ Chuẩn bị hồ sơ tài chính và Genuine Student thật kỹ
✔️ Hạn chế nộp hồ sơ sát kỳ nhập học

Cập nhật này cho thấy Úc vẫn đang quản lý số lượng sinh viên quốc tế rất chặt chẽ trong năm 2026.

Nếu bạn đang có kế hoạch du học Úc, New Zealand, Canada, Anh hoặc Châu Âu và cần hỗ trợ về:

🎓 Chọn trường & ngành học
📄 Hồ sơ xin visa du học
📑 SOP & giấy tờ liên quan
✈️ Hỗ trợ visa trọn gói

Hãy liên hệ với chúng tôi để được tư vấn chi tiết và cập nhật thông tin mới nhất.

📞 Australia: +61 414 003 498
📞 Việt Nam: +84 918 41 43 47 (Hà Nội)
📞 Việt Nam: +84 983 06 07 06 (TP. Hồ Chí Minh)

22/05/2026

🇳🇿 Did you know? From 29 September 2025, New Zealand will introduce a new visa pathway for parents of New Zealand residents, allowing stays of up to 5 years with multiple entries!

This is the new Parent Boost Visitor Visa — designed to help parents spend extended time with their children in New Zealand while maintaining temporary visitor status. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

📌 Key highlights of the visa:
✔️ Visa valid for up to 5 years
✔️ Multiple-entry visa
✔️ Parents can travel together or separately
✔️ Eligible to apply for one additional visa after the first visa period ends

📌 Basic eligibility requirements:
• Applicants must be outside New Zealand when applying and when the visa is granted
• Must have a child aged 18 or over who is a New Zealand citizen or resident sponsoring them
• Must meet health, character, and financial requirements
• Must prove the purpose of travel is temporary family visitation only

📌 Financial requirements:
Applicants may demonstrate financial capability through:
• Income of the sponsor
• Stable personal income of the parents
• Or available assets that meet New Zealand Government requirements

📌 Important notes:
⚠️ Comprehensive health insurance is mandatory for the entire stay
⚠️ After 3 years, applicants must leave New Zealand for health and visa condition checks
⚠️ This visa does not allow dependent children to be included

This is considered a significant step forward, giving families more opportunities for long-term reunions in New Zealand without needing to apply for permanent residency immediately. ❤️

For more details, visit:
Immigration New Zealand – Parent Boost Visitor Visa

If you have family members living in New Zealand and would like to learn more about eligibility, visa procedures, or whether this visa suits your family’s situation, contact AGS Education & Migration for detailed support and sulation.

📞 Australia: +61 414 003 498
📞 Vietnam: +84 918 41 43 47 (Ha Noi)
📞 Vietnam: +84 983 06 07 06 (TP. Ho ChiMinh)