Heads up: Onshore skilled visas now formally prioritised (Ministerial Direction 119)

Just wanted to share some important news regarding skilled visa processing! I've been looking into the recent updates from Home Affairs and it seems there's a new Ministerial Direction (number 119) that formally prioritises certain applications. Essentially, if you're applying for a skilled visa (like a 186, 189, 190, 482, or 491) and you're already onshore in Australia, your application will now be processed ahead of those lodged from outside the country. This is a formal change, so it's not just a general trend anymore. You can find all the details on the official Home Affairs website or by looking up the full Ministerial Direction 119 PDF. It's definitely something to be aware of if you're waiting for your visa outcome!