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Here's what changed in Australia's migration policy in 2025 and what to expect in 2026

Here's what changed in Australia's migration policy in 2025 and what to expect in 2026

Australia’s 2026 migration plan introduces major changes, with the permanent migration intake set at 185,000 visas and international student visa numbers increasing to 295,000. The government is also implementing stricter student visa screening for applicants from India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh, citing a rise in fraudulent visa applications. In conversation with registered migration agent Vaibhav Patel, we break down changes made to Australia’s immigration policy in 2025 and discuss what migrants and international students can expect in 2026.

SBS Hindi · SBS Audio

January 16, 20268m 5s

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Australia’s 2026 migration plan introduces major changes, with the permanent migration intake set at 185,000 visas and international student visa numbers increasing to 295,000. The government is also implementing stricter student visa screening for applicants from India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh, citing a rise in fraudulent visa applications. In conversation with registered migration agent Vaibhav Patel, we break down changes made to Australia’s immigration policy in 2025 and discuss what migrants and international students can expect in 2026.