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Expert visa guides, processing updates and migration news from our OMARA-registered team in Perth.

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Latest: July 2025
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The New Skills in Demand Visa — 2026 Guide
Skilled Visa
6 min read

The New Skills in Demand Visa — 2026 Guide

The Skills in Demand visa (replacing TSS 482) launched in December 2024. We explain the three streams — Specialist, Core and Essential Skills — salary thresholds, and what it means for employers and workers.

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What to Do After a Visa Refusal in Australia
Visa Refusal
6 min read

What to Do After a Visa Refusal in Australia

A visa refusal doesn’t mean the end of your Australian journey. Learn about AAT appeals, reapplication strategies, and how our OMARA-registered agents can help you turn a refusal into an approval.

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485 Visa Refused? You Applied on the Same Day as Your Completion Letter
Student Visa
4 min read

485 Visa Refused? You Applied on the Same Day as Your Completion Letter

Hundreds of 485 Temporary Graduate visa applicants face refusals for applying on the same day as their completion letter. Find out why this happens and what steps you can take to fix it.

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What is Section 48 for Australian Visas?
Expert Advice
5 min read

What is Section 48 for Australian Visas?

Section 48 of the Migration Act restricts which visas you can apply for onshore after a refusal. Find out what it means, which visa types are exempt, and how to plan around it with expert guidance.

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Evidence to Prove a Genuine and Continuing Relationship
Partner Visa
7 min read

Evidence to Prove a Genuine and Continuing Relationship

Partner visa applications live or die on relationship evidence. We detail exactly what evidence you need across all four categories — financial, social, household and commitment.

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Changes to Partner Visa Australia 2024
Partner Visa
4 min read

Changes to Partner Visa Australia 2024

Important changes to Australia’s partner visa program were announced in 2024, including updated processing timelines and sponsor obligations. Here’s what you need to know.

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Why Use an OMARA Agent for Employer Sponsored Visas?
Employer Sponsored
5 min read

Why Use an OMARA Agent for Employer Sponsored Visas?

Employer sponsored visas involve complex compliance obligations for both sponsor and employee. Find out why using a registered migration agent dramatically improves your success rate.

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