Median average processing time for Subclass 489 First Provisional visas, that were finalised in March 2022, was 24 months.
A Freedom of Information report released in June 2021 shows the numbers of subclass 489 visas granted each month, and the total of applications still in the pipeline, at 31 May 2021.
The Subclass 489, Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa, is for … Read the rest
A Freedom of Information request, released in January 2020, has shown that the numbers of Skilled Visa grants has been reducing over the years between 2014 and 2019.
The grant numbers have dropped from an average of about 10,300 per month, down … Read the rest
Invitation rounds for subclass 489 visas are normally run on the 11th day of each month.
75% of State/Territory Nominated 489’s took up to 10 months and 10% took over 15 months in July 2019.… Read the rest
11 September 2018 subclass 189 and 489 Invitation Round
There were 2,490 Invitations issued in the month to 11 September 2018, for subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visas.
There were 10 Invitations issued in the month to 11 September … Read the rest
Until June 2018, Skillselect visa applicants needed a minimum of 60 points for their visa to be granted.
On July 1st 2018, this minimum was increased to 65. However, many applicants need more than this, depending on the occupation, … Read the rest
