A practical update for Indian-Australian families on Home Affairs’ April 2026 Other Family visa queue dates, including Carer, Remaining Relative and Aged Dependent Relative pathways.
Home Affairs is continuing MATES ballot selections until 30 June 2026, giving eligible Indian graduates a timely reason to prepare documents before any invitation arrives.
A new US pilot will let some B-1/B-2 visitor visa applicants pay an extra $750 for an interview appointment within 10 business days, but it does not fast-track the visa decision itself.