Abacus Visa

05/07/2026

The Department of Home Affairs has increased a number of Visa Application Charges from 1 July 2026, including for key employer-sponsored and training visa subclasses.
These changes are relevant for employers and visa applicants who are preparing new applications, particularly where family members will be included in the visa application.

https://www.abacusvisa.com.au/visa-application-charge-increases-from-1-july-2026

04/06/2026

The Australian Border Force has launched a national compliance operation targeting the Subclass 407 (Training) visa program, and early results confirm that breaches are being found.

In the 2025-26 financial year to date, 55% of 407 applications were refused or withdrawn, reflecting just how closely this visa is being scrutinised.

Our latest Newflash covers the compliance risks sponsors need to be across, what to do if you want to promote or change the role of a 407 holder, and how we can help proactively plan ahead.

If your business sponsors 407 visa holders, this is well worth a read.

Crackdown on Subclass 407 visa breaches: An important update for your business

05/03/2026

Sponsored worker salary thresholds to increase!!

If your business sponsors overseas workers on the Subclass 482 (Skills in Demand) or Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme) visas, the salary thresholds you must meet are increasing from 1 July 2026.

Read more here:

Act before 1 July 2026: Sponsored worker salary thresholds to increase