New Treaty Stream Visa for Tuvalu Citizens – What You Need to Know

The Migration (Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa Pre-application Process – Treaty Stream) Determination 2025 introduces a new migration pathway for Tuvaluan citizens, strengthening Australia’s regional partnerships. This initiative is part of the Australia-Tuvalu Falepili Union Treaty, providing Tuvaluans with a special mobility pathway to live, work, and study in Australia.

Key Highlights:

✔ Ballot System – A random selection process will determine who is eligible to apply.
✔ 280 Visa Places – Separate from the Pacific Engagement Visa’s 3,000 places.
✔ Eligibility – Open to Tuvalu citizens with strong ancestral ties to Tuvalu.
✔ No Work or Study Restrictions – Successful applicants can choose how much time they spend in Australia.
✔ Indefinite Travel Facility – Allows free movement between Tuvalu and Australia.

This initiative reflects Australia’s commitment to supporting Tuvalu’s long-term sustainability while offering an equitable, fair, and structured migration program. The Department of Home Affairs continues to play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and fairness of the process.

For more details, visit the Department of Home Affairs website.

Migration-Sc192-Pacific-Engagement-Visa-pre-app-process-treaty-stream—THE-INSTRUMENT.pdf and

Migration-sc192-Pacific-Engagement-visa-pre-app-treaty-stream-Determination-2025.pdf