A new legislative instrument has commenced, updating the temporary visa subclasses referenced under Public Interest Criteria (PIC) 4005 and 4007. The changes remove references to repealed visa subclasses and ensure the legislation reflects the current visa framework.
The Migration (Temporary Visa Subclasses for PIC 4005 and 4007) Instrument 2026 commenced on 20 February 2026, replacing the previous instrument LIN 22/007.
The new instrument removes Subclass 159 and Subclass 487 from the specified temporary visa subclasses for the purposes of subparagraphs 4005(2)(b)(ii) and 4007(1A)(b)(ii), as these visa subclasses have been repealed.
Transitional provisions apply. The repealed instrument (LIN 22/007) will continue to apply to applications lodged under regulations 2.08 or 2.08B where the application was taken to have been made prior to the commencement of the new instrument.
Click here: Migration (Temporary Visa Subclasses for PIC 4005 and 4007) Instrument 2026