Australian Immigration Daily News

The Migration (Subclass 192 (Pacific Engagement) Visa Pre-application Process – Pacific Engagement Stream) Determination 2025 (LIN 25/020) is a legislative instrument issued under subsection 46C(14) of the Migration Act 1958. It establishes the pre-application process for the Pacific Engagement stream of the Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa, replacing the 2024 version (LIN 24/011). This determination supports amendments introduced by the Migration Amendment (Australia Tuvalu Falepili Union Treaty Visa) Regulations 2025.

Purpose and Key Provisions

• Establishes a random ballot selection process for prospective visa applicants.
• Eligible participants must register online via ImmiAccount and, if selected, may proceed with a visa application.
• Open to citizens aged 18-45 from Pacific island nations and Timor-Leste (excluding New Zealand citizens).
• Sets an annual cap of 3,000 places, separate from Australia’s permanent migration program.
• Registration requires a $25 application fee and is only available during specific open periods set by the Department.

Consultation and Legislative Considerations

• Developed through extensive government consultation, including with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Treasury, the Department of Social Services, and the Department of Education.
• Classified as a disallowable legislative instrument, subject to parliamentary oversight under the Legislation Act 2003.
• Assessed against human rights standards, with findings that the instrument is reasonable, necessary, and proportionate to ensure equitable access to visas.

Conclusion

The Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa is designed to strengthen Australia’s regional partnerships by providing a structured and fair migration pathway for citizens of Pacific island nations and Timor-Leste. The Department of Home Affairs has implemented a transparent and equitable selection process, ensuring compliance with migration integrity principles while supporting regional mobility and economic collaboration.

Source: Migration-Subclass-192-Pacific-Engagement-Visa-Pre-application-Process-Pacific-Engagement-Stream-Determination-2025.pdf and

Migration-Subclass-192-Pacific-Engagement-Visa-Pre-application-Process-Pacific-Engagement-Stream-Determination-2025_20250303-053554_1.pdf