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  • Published: 26 March 2024
  • Updated: 15 October 2025

Migration Program 2025–26 Updates

The Australian Government has set the migration cap at 185,000 places for 2025–26, the same as last year. Most of these are for skilled visas.

  • Skill stream: 132,200

  • Family stream: 52,500

  • Special Eligibility: 300

What this means for you: Skilled visas like the 189, 190, and 491 will continue to be in high demand.

If you’re planning to lodge your EOI for the 2025–26 State Nominated Migration Program, now is the best time to strengthen your application and prepare early. 


Know More: 2025–26 Australia Skilled Visa Updates: Full State Nomination Allocations


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