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Australia’s housing crisis is driven by supply issues and economic policy, not just immigration. As businesses depend on overseas talent, relocation support is vital for attracting and retaining skilled workers.
The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management.
Australia is experiencing a surge in British Working Holiday visa holders, with a record-breaking 206,187 arrivals in December 2024, an increase of almost 40,000 from the previous year.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

South Australia has officially opened their 2023-24 General Skilled Migration Program for both onshore and overseas applicants.

Victoria's 2023-24 Skilled Migration Program is officially open to applicants living in Victoria and overseas.

As part of the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (AUKFTA), the Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP) provides new opportunities for UK citizens to work in Australia.

The Government will close the Pandemic Event visa on 1 February 2024. However, from September 2, 2023, only current holders will be able to apply.

The allocations for the 2023-24 State and Territories nominated visa programs have been released.

UK citizens or permanent residents are now exempt from Labour Market Testing for Temporary Skills Shortages applications.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, offers great insights for businesses to ensure their operations stay compliant and meet all their sponsorship obligations.

With the raising of the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) now in effect from 1 July 2023, the Department of Home Affairs have released a summary.

Alex Kaufman, the Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Vice President of the NSW/ACT State Committee of the Migration Institute of Australia and Legal Practitioner admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia, provides us with his view on the path ahead for immigration reform in Australia.

Workplace protections for Pacific workers in Australia will be increased under the new Deed and Guidelines for the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme and rolled out in July 2023

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Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds increase
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds will increase from 1 July 2026 following annual indexation based on ABS wage data. Employers may lodge nomination applications by 30 June 2026 to be
Visa scams are increasing, with fake agents and migration fraud putting applicants at risk. Learn key red flags to look out for, rely on our clear 6 and 8 step
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Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds increase
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds will increase from 1 July 2026 following annual indexation based on ABS wage data. Employers may lodge nomination applications by 30 June 2026 to be
Visa scams are increasing, with fake agents and migration fraud putting applicants at risk. Learn key red flags to look out for, rely on our clear 6 and 8 step
The Northern Territory Government is prioritising nominations for the National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858), focusing on exceptional global talent contributing to key sectors including resources, defence, tourism, ag tech, and
South Australia continues to face persistent skills shortages, with 289 occupations in shortage. Data from Jobs and Skills Australia highlights why employer sponsorship is becoming an increasingly important workforce strategy.
TEMi has launched a new Immigration Advisory Group to enhance collaboration between industry and the Department of Home Affairs, improve access to timely immigration insights, and support employers navigating Australia’s
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Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
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The Department of Home Affairs has officially confirmed a 4.6% increase to both the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) effective 1 July 2025. Absolute
The Department has confirmed that 482 and 494 visa holders can continue working for a prospective sponsor while waiting for nomination approval, addressing concerns over work rights during transfer delays.
Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

South Australia has officially opened their 2023-24 General Skilled Migration Program for both onshore and overseas applicants.

Victoria's 2023-24 Skilled Migration Program is officially open to applicants living in Victoria and overseas.

As part of the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (AUKFTA), the Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP) provides new opportunities for UK citizens to work in Australia.

The Government will close the Pandemic Event visa on 1 February 2024. However, from September 2, 2023, only current holders will be able to apply.

The allocations for the 2023-24 State and Territories nominated visa programs have been released.

UK citizens or permanent residents are now exempt from Labour Market Testing for Temporary Skills Shortages applications.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, offers great insights for businesses to ensure their operations stay compliant and meet all their sponsorship obligations.

With the raising of the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) now in effect from 1 July 2023, the Department of Home Affairs have released a summary.

Alex Kaufman, the Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Vice President of the NSW/ACT State Committee of the Migration Institute of Australia and Legal Practitioner admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia, provides us with his view on the path ahead for immigration reform in Australia.

Workplace protections for Pacific workers in Australia will be increased under the new Deed and Guidelines for the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme and rolled out in July 2023

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds increase
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds will increase from 1 July 2026 following annual indexation based on ABS wage data. Employers may lodge nomination applications by 30 June 2026 to be
Visa scams are increasing, with fake agents and migration fraud putting applicants at risk. Learn key red flags to look out for, rely on our clear 6 and 8 step

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

South Australia has officially opened their 2023-24 General Skilled Migration Program for both onshore and overseas applicants.

Victoria's 2023-24 Skilled Migration Program is officially open to applicants living in Victoria and overseas.

As part of the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (AUKFTA), the Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP) provides new opportunities for UK citizens to work in Australia.

The Government will close the Pandemic Event visa on 1 February 2024. However, from September 2, 2023, only current holders will be able to apply.

The allocations for the 2023-24 State and Territories nominated visa programs have been released.

UK citizens or permanent residents are now exempt from Labour Market Testing for Temporary Skills Shortages applications.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, offers great insights for businesses to ensure their operations stay compliant and meet all their sponsorship obligations.

With the raising of the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) now in effect from 1 July 2023, the Department of Home Affairs have released a summary.

Alex Kaufman, the Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Vice President of the NSW/ACT State Committee of the Migration Institute of Australia and Legal Practitioner admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia, provides us with his view on the path ahead for immigration reform in Australia.

Workplace protections for Pacific workers in Australia will be increased under the new Deed and Guidelines for the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme and rolled out in July 2023

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds increase
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds will increase from 1 July 2026 following annual indexation based on ABS wage data. Employers may lodge nomination applications by 30 June 2026 to be
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds increase
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds will increase from 1 July 2026 following annual indexation based on ABS wage data. Employers may lodge nomination applications by 30 June 2026 to be
Visa scams are increasing, with fake agents and migration fraud putting applicants at risk. Learn key red flags to look out for, rely on our clear 6 and 8 step
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds increase
Employer-sponsored skilled visa salary thresholds will increase from 1 July 2026 following annual indexation based on ABS wage data. Employers may lodge nomination applications by 30 June 2026 to be
Visa scams are increasing, with fake agents and migration fraud putting applicants at risk. Learn key red flags to look out for, rely on our clear 6 and 8 step
The Northern Territory Government is prioritising nominations for the National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858), focusing on exceptional global talent contributing to key sectors including resources, defence, tourism, ag tech, and
South Australia continues to face persistent skills shortages, with 289 occupations in shortage. Data from Jobs and Skills Australia highlights why employer sponsorship is becoming an increasingly important workforce strategy.
TEMi has launched a new Immigration Advisory Group to enhance collaboration between industry and the Department of Home Affairs, improve access to timely immigration insights, and support employers navigating Australia’s
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants
From 1 March 2026, the Visa Application Charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) has increased by 100 per cent for most applicants, following new regulations.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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