6Nov 2026
Program opening
Queensland 2026–27 skilled program: ROIs scheduled to open on 6 November
Queensland ROIs scheduled to open · opening date only; time not announced
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The changes calendar.
Program openings, consultation deadlines and a timeline of developments covered by our newsroom. Dates link back to the reporting and official source.
Coming up
23Nov 2026
Consultation deadline
Student visa reforms: consultation opens on Genuine Student and financial capacity rules
Consultation submissions close · 12 pm AEDT
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Commencement specified: 31 October
Direction 123: signed text specifies commencement on 31 October 2026
A public copy of the signed direction specifies its commencement and replacement of Direction 110.
Register notice
Register watch: new Migration Amendment Regulations listed on 31 October
The Federal Register lists the Migration Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Regulations 2026 under F2026L01448.
Compilation update
Migration Act register shows a new compilation dated 8 October
The Register’s version history links the October compilation to the Combatting Migrant Exploitation amendments.
Changes in effect
Student visa application rules changed on 2 October: check onshore and family eligibility
The department’s guidance addresses who can apply in Australia and when family members can be included.
Commenced
Child visa instrument corrects Melbourne postal lodgement address
LIN 26/100 changes the address in the child visa application arrangements instrument.