One Nation backs cutting family reunion visas for skilled migrants

One Nation MP David Farley says the party is open to cutting Australia's permanent family visas for skilled migrants.

One Nation is considering cuts to permanent family visas. On Monday, the party unveiled a new plan to cut Australia's temporary migration by 750,000 people over three years.

The plan would ban families of temporary skilled workers and international students. MP David Farley said One Nation would potentially cut family reunion visas if needed.

It would depend on infrastructure capacity, he said. A former Immigration Department official warned the proposal may be illegal.

Australian citizens cannot legally be stopped from family reunion visas. However, successive governments have limited the numbers issued.

2026: Policy year
750,000 over three years: Temporary migration cut proposed
52,460: Current family visa annual cap
David Farley, One Nation: MP proposing policy

Why it mattersFamily visa policy directly affects millions of Australians with relatives overseas and skilled workers thinking about moving here.

AustraliaAny change to family visa rules would alter who can move to or stay in Australia, affecting migration patterns and reunited families across the country.

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