Backlog of visas shrinks, but new applications keep pouring in

Julie HareEducation editor

Jan 9, 2023 – 5.00am

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A massive backlog of one million visas should be cleared by April if the government maintains its approval rate of 150,000 in just six weeks.

A record 4.3 million visas were processed in the past seven months, providing much-needed relief to businesses suffering chronic skill shortages and education institutions readying for an influx of new students.

Julie Hare is the Education editor. She has more than 20 years’ experience as a writer, journalist and editor. Connect with Julie on Twitter. Email Julie at julie.hare@afr.com