Skilled · Subclass 124
Distinguished Talent visa (subclass 124)
Closed to new applications. Exceptional talent applicants now use the National Innovation visa (858).
Closed: Home Affairs states the visa is closed to new applicants but does not show the date on its page.. We do not lodge new applications in closed programs. This page is for people who already hold, or are covered by, an eligible visa. See closed and repealed visas.
Who it is for
Only people with applications already lodged. Home Affairs states the visa is closed to new applications; the closing date is not shown on its page.
Key eligibility
- No new applications.
- It was for people outside Australia at grant with an internationally recognised record of exceptional achievement, nominated by an Australian of national reputation in the same field.
Where to apply, and bridging visas
Closed. Previously in or outside Australia, with grant outside Australia.
Your journey, step by step
Pending applicants
Respond to requests and keep evidence current.
How a registered migration agent helps: A registered migration agent manages requests and explains the National Innovation visa for new cases.
The Department of Home Affairs makes every decision. No one can promise a grant, an invitation or a faster decision.
Government charges from 1 July 2026
| Applicant or item | Charge |
|---|---|
| New applications | Closed |
| Second instalment for applicants on hand, 18 or over without functional English | A$4,890 |
Fields set to null were not published for this visa or do not apply; check the Visa Pricing Estimator.
Health checks, police certificates, translations, skills assessments and English tests are extra and paid to the provider. Our professional fee is separate and quoted in writing. Estimate total charges for your family.
Source: Home Affairs Current visa pricing table, charges from 1 July 2026, read 22 October 2026. Confirm in the Visa Pricing Estimator before you pay.
Processing times
Processing times are not published for this visa.
Not listed separately in the Home Affairs processing time guide when read on 22 October 2026.. Check the current Home Affairs guide. A guide only; times change monthly and are not a promise.
Common refusal risks
- Not applicable to new applications.
Drawn from the published criteria and general practice experience, not Department statistics.
Document checklist
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The Immigration Worldwide. Sukh Sandhu, Registered Migration Agent, MARN 1384130. General information, checked 22 October 2026.
Sources and checks
- Home Affairs: Distinguished Talent visa (subclass 124)
- Home Affairs Current visa pricing table, charges from 1 July 2026
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Information checked 22 October 2026. General information only, not advice about your situation. Australian advice is given by Sukh Sandhu, Registered Migration Agent, MARN 1384130.
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