Australian Immigration News – April 2025 | Trump Impact, Election Date, Visa Updates and Much More

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April 2025 Australian Immigration News – Summary
This month brought major updates across visa programs, election policy shifts, and state nominations:

Federal Election & Immigration Policies

The election is set for 3 May 2025.

Peter Dutton (Coalition) proposes:

80,000 fewer student visas

Increased visa fees (up to $5,000)

Review of the 485 Graduate Visa

Cutting net migration by 100,000

Labor plans to maintain current migration levels and criticises the proposed cuts.

Economic uncertainty and global tariff tensions raise concerns about reducing investment-heavy visa streams.

482 Visa Updates

No cap on 482 visas—an attractive option amidst slow 189/190/491 invitations.

Rise in nomination refusals for chefs and cooks, due to failed Labour Market Testing and doubts over genuine roles.

Work rights clarified: 482/494 holders with a new nomination can keep working, even past the 180-day mark.

Processing delays flagged by the Migration Institute of Australia.

DAMA Program Updates

FNQ DAMA: +51 occupations

Orana DAMA: Extended

NT DAMA: Approved
(See regional DAMA websites for details)

Foreign Property Ban
From 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2027, foreign investors and temporary residents cannot buy established Australian homes—unless exempt.

407 Training Visa Refusals Rising

Significant increase in refusals compared to last year (92% approval rate in 2024).

Some refusals are not appealable—ensure your training plan is clear and compliant.

State Nomination – 190 & 491 Visa Updates

Tasmania

491 (Overseas Job Offer) pathway: Closed

190 (Health sector) pathway: Open

Strong chance of invitation if criteria are met (89% approval rate).

South Australia
Recent invitations include:

Early Childhood Teacher (70 points – 190)

Community Worker (70 – 190)

Registered Nurse (65 – 190)

ICT Support, Finance Manager, Regional Chef, and more.

New South Wales

Over 110,000 EOIs received for only 5,000 total places

Half of the allocation is already used

Visa expiry dates are not prioritised

Consider employer-sponsored or partner visa alternatives.

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