One reform announcement. Several different start dates.

What changed

The government’s 17 September package announced broader visitor No Further Stay settings, a ballot for second and third Working Holiday Maker years, and stronger compliance activity. These sit alongside skilled-processing and student reforms.

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The MIGR8 perspective

an announced package is not one rule with one commencement date. Later instruments and operational guidance determine how each measure works.

Your next move

Before making travel or visa plans, check the implemented rule for your subclass and the conditions on your own grant.

Explore the source

Home Affairs — migration reform announcement

Original MIGR8 summary based on the linked source. Rules and circumstances can change. Other case outcomes do not guarantee a similar result.