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23 October 2026

Australia opens permanent residency visa with special treaty pathway for citizens of 1 country

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Australia opens permanent residency visa with special treaty pathway for citizens of 1 country

Australia’s Pacific Engagement visa subclass 192 offers Tuvaluans permanent residency, with 280 places for 2026-27 and a ballot that closed on 1 June 2026.

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