Distinguished Talent visa 124
Closed to new applications. Exceptional talent applicants now use the National Innovation visa (858).
Closed to new applicants
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.
Main requirements
- 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 you apply from
Closed. Previously in or outside Australia, with grant outside Australia.
Your journey, step by step
From the first enquiry to the decision and after, with how a registered migration agent helps at each step. No step promises an outcome.
- Pending applicants
Respond to requests and keep evidence current.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent manages requests and explains the National Innovation visa for new cases.
Government charges from 1 July 2026
Paid to the Department of Home Affairs, not to us.
| Applicant or item | Charge (A$) |
|---|---|
| New applications | Closed |
| Second instalment for applicants on hand, 18 or over without functional English | A$4,890 |
Home Affairs does not publish a separate charge for every applicant type on this visa; check the Visa Pricing Estimator.
Processing times
Not listed separately in the Home Affairs processing time guide. Read 22 October 2026. A guide only, not a promise.
| Processing time | Not published. Home Affairs processing times |
|---|
Common refusal reasons
- Not applicable to new applications.
Document checklist
Tick items as you gather them. Your ticks stay on this device only.
- Pending applicants
Recent and upcoming changes
No recent changes are listed for this visa. Check the Home Affairs page for the latest information.
Talk it through before you apply.
The first 15 minutes are free and general. Personal advice starts after a written service agreement.
Information checked 22 October 2026. General information only, not advice for your situation. Rules and charges change; check the official sources before you act.