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โ ๏ธ 2026 Visa & Immigration Changes โ What You Need to Know
- Tax & pension arrears = permanent residency rejection: Any unpaid taxes or social insurance premiums now automatically disqualify permanent residency applications
- Specified Skilled Worker (็นๅฎๆ่ฝ) expanded to 16 industry sectors โ more pathways available in 2026
- Highly Skilled Professional (HSP) fast-track: 70 points โ PR eligible after 3 years ยท 80+ points โ PR eligible after just 1 year
- Stricter scrutiny: Language ability, community ties, and filing compliance are increasingly reviewed in all visa renewals
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