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📙 Daily Activity Report: 06 Mar 2026

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Hey guys, I applied for 190 back in Jan 31, 2025 for developer programmer in Victoria (Received my pre invite in November 2024). I am working in my field. Completed medical in February 2025. Any idea on when I would receive the visa grant ? Some of them who applied for software engineer in Jan 2025 (same as my timeline) has already received the grant. Was curious because I completed 13 months already after applying.

I see from the data available here that some invitations for 190 & 491 are received on lower score than mine. why I didn't get an invite even with higher score by QLD state nomimations? Can somebody clarify? Thank You

@gregormendel Since more and more data from DoHA is becoming accessible through FOI, it is really helping ordinary people understand the current data, timelines, and how to move forward. However, one area remains unclear, with no information available: How does DoHA decide which applications to process, apart from priority or ministerial direction applications?

It is requested that an FOI be generated to obtain information regarding this from DoHA, as it would greatly help in understanding the thought process and circumstances that lead to faster or slower processing of applications for the same occupation under a given subclass. Thanks!

WA Round is ON and data is being collected in this post →

When applying for EOI 190 is it possible to submit multiple EOI for each state or just 1 EOI and select multiple states?

📙 Daily Activity Report: 05 March 2026

This report summarises visa grants, S56 requests, and invitation activity for 05 March 2026 based on crowdsourced data from the community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

Invitation Activity

Trends and Patterns in S56 Requests

S56 requests on 05 March 2026 focused primarily on baby medicals and employment evidence for offshore VIC 190 applicants who lodged in early December 2024. Historical S56 patterns from granted visas show:

Medical-Related Requests: Remedicals were the most common S56 type, appearing across multiple subclasses (491 NSW, 491 SA, 491 TAS, 190 Unknown). Polio vaccination requests appeared in two cases (491 SA, 190 Unknown). Baby medicals were requested for recent lodgements.

Police Clearance Requests: PCC renewals and AFP checks were requested for longer-processing applications (491 NSW lodged May 2023, 190 WA lodged April 2025). Several applicants proactively uploaded police checks to avoid S56 requests.

Processing Patterns: Priority occupation (Registered Nurse) received grant in 10 months despite S56. Non-priority occupations showed varied processing times ranging from 5 months (Chemist, Life Scientist) to 34 months (Financial Investment Adviser). Multiple S56 requests appeared in longer-processing cases.

News and Updates

Queensland conducted an invitation round on 05 March 2026 for both 190 and 491 visas across Construction Project Manager, Midwife, and Primary School Teacher occupations. Points ranged from 75 to 90 (inclusive of state nomination points).

One applicant reported initial nomination refusal in December 2024, followed by review refusal, but successfully obtained nomination after emailing the state in April 2025, ultimately receiving grant on 05 March 2026.

📊 This data represents a subset of total activity. Only DHA and individual states possess complete grant and invitation data.

🔴 DISCLAIMER: This blog post is an AI summary of community comments and may be refreshed as additional data arrives. Due to the crowdsourced and AI-generated nature of this content, mistakes and discrepancies are possible. Please consume this information with appropriate caution.

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South Australia March Update

Invitations in March 2026 & 2025-26 Invitations Issued (to date)

📙 Daily Activity Report: 04 Mar 2026

This report summarises visa grants, S56 requests, and invitation activity for 04 March 2026, based on crowdsourced data from the community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

Invitation Activity

NSW conducted a 190 invitation round on 04 March 2026. The following occupations received invitations:

Trends and Patterns in S56 Requests

S56 requests continue to focus primarily on remedicals and police clearance certificates (PCC). Multiple applicants reported requests for health assessments, particularly for family members including children. Several cases involved multiple S56 requests, with some applicants receiving 2-3 separate requests throughout their processing journey. Common S56 items included:

• Remedicals/Health Assessments: Most frequent request, often for entire families or specific family members
• Police Clearance Certificates: Both Australian (AFP/NPC) and international PCCs requested
• Polio Vaccination Certificates: Required for family members in some cases
• Employment Evidence: Documentation of work experience and job duties
• Form 80: Personal particulars for character assessment
• Document Re-uploads: Technical issues requiring resubmission (e.g., AFP clearance)

Priority occupations (Health and Teaching) continue to show faster processing times. For example, Medical Technicians nec received a direct grant in approximately 10 months, while RN NEC received a grant in under 6 months. Non-priority occupations showed more variable processing times, ranging from 12 to 26 months, with multiple S56 requests being common.

The data suggests that offshore applicants are experiencing similar S56 patterns to onshore applicants, with remedicals and PCCs being the primary requests regardless of location.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This blog post is an AI summary of the comments below and may be refreshed as more comments arrive. Due to the nature of crowdsourced and AI-generated content, mistakes and discrepancies are possible. This information should be consumed with caution.

📊 This data is crowdsourced and represents only a subset of total activity. Only the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and individual states have complete data. For invitation rounds, this summary reflects reported invitations only; the state holds complete round information.

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Hi, I am waiting for an invite for quantity surveyor with 85 points for 189, 90 for 190 and 100 for 491, currently not working in my field. I am seeking out for any information related to my possibility of receiving an invite. My current TR expires on october 6 2026.

Can you please advise on the processing time of SC 500 Subsequent entrant visa?

📙 Daily Activity Report: 03 Mar 2026

This report summarises visa grants, S56 requests, and invitation activity for 03 March 2026, based on crowdsourced data from the Australian skilled migration community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

Invitation Activity

Trends and Patterns in S56 Requests

Priority occupations (Health) continue to receive expedited processing. The Registered Nurse grant from TAS processed in approximately 1 month and 10 days, with only a TB screening S56 request. Non-priority occupations show significantly longer processing times, ranging from 3 to 16 months. The most common S56 requests include medicals, remedicals, AFP checks, and PCC requirements. Two new S56 requests were issued today for medical-related documentation and comprehensive checks including polio vaccination evidence. One applicant reported receiving an assessment commencement email for a 491 visa lodged on 02 October 2024, indicating ongoing processing activity.

State Nomination Activity

TAS approved a Cafe and Restaurant Manager nomination on 02 March 2026, with the ROI applied on 11 December 2025. The case officer was allocated on 26 February 2026, with further documents requested on 27 February and uploaded on 28 February.

Useful Resources

• WA Invitation Round PDF: https://smartvisaguide.com/library
• S56 Request Details (funkylizard2268): https://smartvisaguide.com/funkylizard2268
• S56 Request Details (ssrose97): https://smartvisaguide.com/ssrose97

🔵 This data represents a subset of total visa and invitation activity. Only DHA and individual states possess complete data. For invitation rounds, this summary reflects crowdsourced comments, and complete round data is held by the respective state.

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I’m currently on a Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, nominated by New South Wales, and I am based in Richmond (NSW).

I’ve been offered a fully remote web developer position with a company located in Victoria (postcode 3121). The role will be performed entirely remotely from my current residence in regional NSW.

Would accepting this job be compliant with visa condition 8579 (Must live, work and study only in a designated regional area)?

Specifically, does working remotely for an employer whose office is located in a non-regional area (e.g. Victoria 3121) breach condition 8579 if I continue to live and physically perform my work in a designated regional area of NSW?

📙 Daily Activity Report: 02 March 2026

This report summarises visa grants, S56 requests, and invitation activity for Australian skilled migration visas (subclasses 189, 190, and 491) based on crowdsourced data from the community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

Invitation Activity

State Nomination Approvals

Victoria (VIC) - 190 Marketing Specialist: ROI lodged Aug 2025, invited 15 Jan 2026, submitted 17 Jan 2026, approved 02 Mar 2026. 90+5 points, onshore, single, 8 years experience, salary >$100k.

Northern Territory (NT) - 190 IT (Graduate Stream): Application 24 Nov 2025, preinvite 24 Feb 2026, full invitation 02 Mar 2026. 70 points, onshore, employed in nominated field.

South Australia (SA) Preinvites - 02 March 2026

190 Preinvites

491 Preinvites

Trends and Patterns in S56 Requests

S56 requests observed today primarily involved medical examinations and Police Clearance Certificates (PCC). Two NT 491 offshore applications lodged in July-August 2024 received S56 requests for medicals and PCC. One onshore 491 application from July 2024 received a medical request.

For granted visas, S56 patterns varied significantly. The SA 190 offshore application (lodged 30 Nov 2024) received an S56 on 29 January 2026 for PCC and Polio vaccination, with grant following approximately one month later. Similarly, the VIC 190 offshore application (lodged 29 Nov 2024) received an S56 on 29 January 2026 for PCC and child medicals, also resulting in a grant within approximately one month.

Notably, three 491 grants (NSW Chef, ACT Web Administrator, and TAS Mechanical Engineer) were direct grants with no S56 requests. Applicants who maintained up-to-date documentation throughout the processing period, including proactive submission of PCC and AFP checks, appeared to experience smoother processing.

Useful Resources

• S56 Medical Request Example: https://smartvisaguide.com/akashwhypatel

News and Updates

South Australia conducted a preinvite round on 02 March 2026 for both 190 and 491 visas across multiple occupations, including healthcare, IT, engineering, and construction sectors.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This blog post is an AI summary of community comments and may be refreshed as more information becomes available. Due to the nature of crowdsourced and AI-generated content, mistakes and discrepancies are possible. This information should be consumed with caution and verified against official sources.

📊 This report represents crowdsourced data and is a subset of total visa activity. Only the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and individual states possess complete data. For invitation rounds, only the nominating state has comprehensive round information.

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hello guys im going to submit visa application. do i need to upload certified copies? means scanned copies of everything or digital files pdf are fine.? and certified means ? signed by authority ?? @gregormendel @biotechy

📙 Daily Activity Report: 27 Feb 2026

This report summarises visa grants, S56 requests, and invitation activity for 27 February 2026, based on crowdsourced data from the skilled migration community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

Trends and Patterns in S56 Requests

S56 requests remain limited, with only three cases reporting such requests. The most common S56 requests continue to be for Police Clearance Certificates (PCC) and medical examinations. One case involved remedicals alongside AFP PCC for a 491 ACT application lodged in August 2024. Another VIC 190 Accountant received an S56 for PCC only due to expiry of the previous certificate. The QLD 190 Registered Nurse case received S56 for both PCC and medicals.

Priority occupation processing continues to demonstrate faster turnaround times. The WA 190 Psychologist (priority occupation) achieved grant in approximately 7 months, while the QLD 190 Registered Nurse (priority occupation) received grant in approximately 3 months from visa lodgement.

Non-priority occupations show considerably longer processing times. Multiple VIC 190 applications lodged in early December 2024 received grants in late February 2026, representing approximately 2-3 months processing time. The NT 190 Accountant experienced the longest processing time at approximately 24 months from February 2024 lodgement. The ACT 491 application took approximately 18 months to process.

Direct grants (without S56 requests) were common across multiple states including VIC, SA, TAS, and for the 189 subclass, indicating streamlined processing for well-documented applications.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This blog post is an AI summary of the comments below and may be refreshed as more comments arrive. Due to the nature of crowdsourced and AI-generated content, mistakes and discrepancies are possible. This information should be consumed with caution.

📊 This data is crowdsourced and represents only a subset of total visa activity. Only the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and individual states possess complete data on all grants and invitations issued.

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Dear @gregor Do you people deal with family/spouse visa cases? please enlighten me on this

📙 Daily Activity Report: 26 Feb 2026

This report summarises visa grants, S56 requests, and invitation activity for 26 February 2026, based on crowdsourced data from the skilled migration community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

Invitation Activity

No invitation round data was reported for 26 February 2026.

Trends and Patterns

Priority Occupation Processing: The single 189 grant reported today was for a Physiotherapist (Priority occupation) with a visa processing time of approximately 5.5 months from lodgement to grant. This demonstrates the expedited processing for Health occupations under Ministerial Direction 105.

Non-Priority Processing Times: For non-priority occupations, visa processing times varied significantly: - Subclass 190 grants lodged in late November 2024 were processed in approximately 15 months - Subclass 491 grants lodged between late March and early April 2025 were processed in approximately 10-11 months - One 491 NSW grant lodged in late December 2025 was processed in approximately 2 months

S56 Request Patterns: S56 requests today primarily involved remedicals and police clearance certificates for applications lodged in November 2024. One request related to newborn medicals for an application lodged in November 2024, which was promptly responded to within 2 days before grant.

State Distribution: Today's grants showed activity across multiple states: SA (4 grants), VIC (2 grants), WA (2 grants), TAS (1 grant), NT (1 grant), and NSW (1 grant). South Australia demonstrated particularly strong processing activity.

Direct Grants: The majority of grants reported today were direct grants, indicating no S56 requests were issued during processing for most applications.

Family Composition: Several grants included family members, with family sizes ranging from 2 to 3 members, including one case with a newborn added during processing.

🔴 Disclaimer: This blog post is an AI summary of the comments below and may be refreshed as more comments arrive. Due to the nature of crowdsourced and AI-generated content, mistakes and discrepancies are possible. This information should be consumed with caution.

📊 This data represents a subset of total visa activity. Only the Department of Home Affairs has complete grant statistics. Individual experiences may vary significantly from the trends shown here.

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📙 Daily Activity Report: 25 Feb 2026

This report summarises visa grants, s56 requests, and invitation activity for Australian skilled visas (subclasses 189, 190, and 491) based on crowdsourced data from the community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

No new s56 requests were reported for 25 Feb 2026.

Invitation Activity

Trends and Patterns

Visa Processing Times: - Priority Occupations (Health): Subclass 189 grants for General Practitioner and Physiotherapist processed in approximately 3 months. Subclass 190 grants for Registered Nurses nec processed between 1-2 months, demonstrating expedited processing under Ministerial Direction 105. - Non-Priority Occupations: Processing times varied significantly. Engineering and ICT occupations showed processing times ranging from 1 month (WA 190 Civil Engineering Draftsperson) to 12 months (NSW 491 ICT Business Analyst). Most grants fell within the 3-6 month range. - Subclass 491: Processing times ranged from 1 month to nearly 2 years, with most cases processed within 6-12 months.

S56 Request Patterns: - Medical requests (including remedicals and polio vaccination) were the most common s56 type across all subclasses. - Police Clearance Certificates (PCC) and Australian Federal Police (AFP) checks were frequently requested, particularly for onshore applicants. - Form 80 requests appeared for both primary and secondary applicants. - Employment verification documents (reference letters, ITRs, super summaries, payslips, bank statements) were requested in some cases. - Most s56 requests occurred in January 2026, with response times typically within 1-2 weeks.

Family Composition: - Family sizes ranged from single applicants to families of 5, with no apparent impact on processing times.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This blog post is an AI summary of the comments below and may be refreshed as more comments arrive. Due to the nature of crowdsourced and AI-generated content, mistakes and discrepancies are possible. This information should be consumed with caution.

📊 This data represents a subset of total visa activity. Only the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and individual states possess complete data on all grants and invitations issued.

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Hello.. After submitting S56 for remedicals.. till when i can expect my visa grant?

FOI document for FY2025-26 Subclass 189 Occupation Ceiling has been uploaded to the library here.

📙 Daily Activity Report: 24 Feb 2026

This report summarises visa grants, S56 requests, and invitation activity for skilled migration visas (subclasses 189, 190, and 491) based on crowdsourced data from the community.

Visa Grants

S56 Trends

Invitation Activity

Trends and Patterns in S56 Requests

S56 requests on 24 February 2026 predominantly involved medical examinations and police clearance certificates. One case required Form 80 for an Electrical Engineer. The Hospital Pharmacist case included a Polio vaccination requirement alongside PCC. Processing times for cases with S56 requests varied significantly, with one ICT BA case lodged in June 2024 still awaiting grant after receiving a medical request. Priority occupation cases (Health) demonstrated faster processing, with the QLD Medical Practitioner receiving grant within 11 days of lodgement, and the VIC RN Aged Care receiving grant within 17 days.

Non-priority occupations showed considerably longer processing times. Software Engineers and other ICT professionals lodged in November 2024 received grants in February 2026, representing approximately 15 months processing time. The NSW Civil Engineer case (491 visa) took nearly 23 months from lodgement to grant, with a remedical request received 19 months after lodgement.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This blog post is an AI summary of the comments below and may be refreshed as more comments arrive. Due to the nature of crowdsourced and AI-generated content, mistakes and discrepancies are possible. This information should be consumed with caution.

📊 This data represents a subset of total visa activity. Only the Department of Home Affairs and individual states possess complete data. For invitation rounds, only the relevant state has comprehensive round information.

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Recieved preinvite today for building inspector in wa.

Hi everyone, I’m hoping to get some advice on my visa situation regarding my Bridging Visa A (BVA). In March 2025, I lodged my 491 visa application onshore and was granted a BVA. Currently, I am on a 476 visa, which is expiring very soon on the 28th of February 2026. I recently travelled to Pakistan and returned to Australia today on my valid 476 visa. Because my BVA was inactive when I left the country, I am confused about whether it ceased upon my departure. Now that I am back in Australia, will my BVA automatically activate when my 476 expires next week, or do I need to manually apply for bridging visa A again through my ImmiAccount to reinstate it before the 28th? I want to make sure I don't accidentally become unlawful next week, so any guidance on what I should do next would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!