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Australia Shifts business Migration Landscape: BIIP Shutdown and National Innovation Visa Incoming

Australia’s migration program is changing for business and investor applicants. The Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) is closing to new applications on July 1, 2024. A new National Innovation
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VETASSESS and NSDC India Launch Workforce Mobility Plan to Address Labour Shortages in Australia

VETASSESS and NSDC India collaborate on a Workforce Mobility Plan to address labour shortages in Australia by enabling skilled Indian workers to fill key industry roles.
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The Impacts of the 2024-25 Budget on Immigration

Following the Australian Government’s 2024 Budget announcement, significant updates to migration policies include revisions to the Permanent Migration Programme, new visa categories, and reforms aimed at boosting system efficiency, integrity,
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Prospective Marriage Visas Subclass 300 – Travel exemptions

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August 19, 2021

New South Wales has announced that it will not accept new 132 Business Talent visa applications from 5pm (Time Australia) on 16 April, 2021.

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Automatic ‘Overseas Travel Ban Exemption’ Removed for non-residents

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August 12, 2021

The automatic Overseas Travel Ban Exemption for Australian citizens and permanent residents, ordinarily resident in a country other than Australia, has now been removed. The purpose of the removal of

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Hong Kong skilled visa applications for Australia being fast-tracked

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August 3, 2021

New South Wales has announced that it will not accept new 132 Business Talent visa applications from 5pm (Time Australia) on 16 April, 2021.

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Protecting Foreign Workers from Exploitation

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July 29, 2021

The Government is moving to protect foreign workers from exploitation by employers. The plans include listing certain employers as ‘prohibited employers, barring them from employing and/or sponsoring foreign workers. Criminal

Read More »
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Changing Employers on a Temporary Activity Visa

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July 29, 2021

The Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) permits temporary visas holders to remain lawfully in Australia, and continue working if they’re currently employed or capable of being employed in critical industry

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Business Innovation & Investment Program (BIIP) is streamlined

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July 20, 2021

New South Wales has announced that it will not accept new 132 Business Talent visa applications from 5pm (Time Australia) on 16 April, 2021.

Read More »
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Split families – When will it end?

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July 15, 2021

When New Zealand’s borders closed on 19 March 2020, no one expected that a year later families would still be separated with no sign of a possible reunion in the near future.

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The Impact of the Federal Budget 2021/22 on Australia’s Immigration Situation

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July 9, 2021

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL).

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NZ Immigration refunding lapsed visa applications

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July 9, 2021

Due to strict border controls, NZ Immigration cannot legally grant visas to people outside NZ who are unlikely to meet the entry requirements and therefore applications from most people cannot be granted.

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Increase to Visa Application Charges (from 1 July 2021)

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July 8, 2021

The Department of Home Affairs has recently announced an increase in fees for a number of visa applications. Our table below summarises the increases which are now in effect:

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Update 8 Jul 2021: BUPA Examination Fee Increase, Partnership Sponsorships & Travel Exemptions for Escorting Minors

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July 8, 2021

Over recent weeks there have been a number of Government announcements affecting immigration. Here’s a quick summary:

Read More »
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Chefs among the 22 Occupations added to PMSOL, supporting Covid recovery

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June 22, 2021

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL).

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Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
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Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
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Skills in Demand Visa

Introducing the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

From 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand Visa (SID Visa) will address labour shortages with streamlined pathways and improved mobility.
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Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
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Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Skills in Demand Visa

Introducing the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

From 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand Visa (SID Visa) will address labour shortages with streamlined pathways and improved mobility.
Read More
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National Innovation Visa (NIV) implementation

Effective 6 December 2024, the National Innovation Visa (NIV) replaces the Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858), introducing new legislative instruments and amendments to streamline the application process and criteria.
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Occupations Removed from Australia’s Core Skills Occupation List

The Australian Government has updated its Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), removing several occupations. This impacts sponsorship pathways and skilled migration options.
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New Core Skills Occupation List Released & Key Updates on the Skills in Demand Visa

The Australian Government has just released the new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), including 456 occupations. Skills in Demand visa is set to start on 7 December 2024.
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Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
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Employer-Sponsored Visas for Skilled Workers in Australia

Employer-sponsored visas in Australia provide career opportunities for skilled individuals, addressing workforce needs and fostering Australia´s growth by enabling employers to access global talent.
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NSW Eases Pathway 1 Criteria for Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.
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Family Visa Caps Announced by Australian Government

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.
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Prospective Marriage Visas Subclass 300 – Travel exemptions

•
August 19, 2021

New South Wales has announced that it will not accept new 132 Business Talent visa applications from 5pm (Time Australia) on 16 April, 2021.

Read More »
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Automatic ‘Overseas Travel Ban Exemption’ Removed for non-residents

•
August 12, 2021

The automatic Overseas Travel Ban Exemption for Australian citizens and permanent residents, ordinarily resident in a country other than Australia, has now been removed. The purpose of the removal of

Read More »
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Hong Kong skilled visa applications for Australia being fast-tracked

•
August 3, 2021

New South Wales has announced that it will not accept new 132 Business Talent visa applications from 5pm (Time Australia) on 16 April, 2021.

Read More »
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Protecting Foreign Workers from Exploitation

•
July 29, 2021

The Government is moving to protect foreign workers from exploitation by employers. The plans include listing certain employers as ‘prohibited employers, barring them from employing and/or sponsoring foreign workers. Criminal

Read More »
african american applicant holding resume job interview close up view

Changing Employers on a Temporary Activity Visa

•
July 29, 2021

The Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) permits temporary visas holders to remain lawfully in Australia, and continue working if they’re currently employed or capable of being employed in critical industry

Read More »
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Business Innovation & Investment Program (BIIP) is streamlined

•
July 20, 2021

New South Wales has announced that it will not accept new 132 Business Talent visa applications from 5pm (Time Australia) on 16 April, 2021.

Read More »
empty airport terminal waiting area 1

Split families – When will it end?

•
July 15, 2021

When New Zealand’s borders closed on 19 March 2020, no one expected that a year later families would still be separated with no sign of a possible reunion in the near future.

Read More »
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The Impact of the Federal Budget 2021/22 on Australia’s Immigration Situation

•
July 9, 2021

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL).

Read More »
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NZ Immigration refunding lapsed visa applications

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July 9, 2021

Due to strict border controls, NZ Immigration cannot legally grant visas to people outside NZ who are unlikely to meet the entry requirements and therefore applications from most people cannot be granted.

Read More »
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Increase to Visa Application Charges (from 1 July 2021)

•
July 8, 2021

The Department of Home Affairs has recently announced an increase in fees for a number of visa applications. Our table below summarises the increases which are now in effect:

Read More »
airport terminal

Update 8 Jul 2021: BUPA Examination Fee Increase, Partnership Sponsorships & Travel Exemptions for Escorting Minors

•
July 8, 2021

Over recent weeks there have been a number of Government announcements affecting immigration. Here’s a quick summary:

Read More »
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Chefs among the 22 Occupations added to PMSOL, supporting Covid recovery

•
June 22, 2021

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL).

Read More »
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Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Skills in Demand Visa

Introducing the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

From 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand Visa (SID Visa) will address labour shortages with streamlined pathways and improved mobility.
Read More
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Chefs among the 22 Occupations added to PMSOL, supporting Covid recovery

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June 22, 2021

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations

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Superannuation Changes and Employer Sponsored Visas

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June 2, 2021

Recently the Government announced that the Australian Superannuation Guarantee will increase from 9.5% to 10% on 1 July 2021

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The Impact of the Federal Budget 2021/22 on Australia’s Immigration Situation

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May 12, 2021

International borders will remain closed until at least mid-2022 therefore the impact of the recent budget announcement is relatively small for migrants wishing to live, work or study in Australia.

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Permanent or provisional family visa holders outside Australia may still be able to enter to the country

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May 11, 2021

Permanent or provisional family visa holders who want to travel to Australia but their Initial Entry Date (first entry date) has passed (or will pass within the next 3 months), may still be able to enter Australia by completing a Travel Facilitation Letter.

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More support for Australia’s tourism and hospitality sector

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May 11, 2021

The Australian Government has made major changes to student visa conditions, providing more flexibility to support Australia’s tourism and hospitality sector.

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New travel exception for split families

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April 21, 2021

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL).

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Trans-Tasman travel bubble: everything you need to know

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April 21, 2021

On 18 April 2021, the corridor between Australia and New Zealand officially opened. The long-awaited two-way travel bubble came into effect after many

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Possible changes to Australia’s Skilled Migration Program

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March 26, 2021

With over 500,000 temporary visa holders leaving Australia as a result of COVID-19 and border closures, it’s no surprise that a number of industries are suffering from skill shortages.

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Coronavirus vaccine program rolls out in Australia and New Zealand

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March 17, 2021

Vaccine passports, the future of international travels? Since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, scientists from around the world have collaborated, innovated, and worked together to develop vaccines

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Important dates for Business Talent subclass 132 visa application

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March 12, 2021

New South Wales has announced that it will not accept new 132 Business Talent visa applications from 5pm (Time Australia) on 16 April, 2021.

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No visa application charge or refund for certain visa holders unable to enter Australia

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March 2, 2021

The Australian Government has announced that certain visa holders will be eligible to apply for a waiver or a refund of their visa application charge (VAC) if their travel or stay in Australia (or both) has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Australia makes changes to the Business Innovation & Investment Program

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March 1, 2021

The Australian Government has announced changes will be made to reform business and investor visas to maximise the economic benefits for Australia.

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Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
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pexels divinetechygirl 1181717 min scaled

Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Skills in Demand Visa

Introducing the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

From 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand Visa (SID Visa) will address labour shortages with streamlined pathways and improved mobility.
Read More
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pexels divinetechygirl 1181717 min scaled

Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
Read More
Skills in Demand Visa

Introducing the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

From 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand Visa (SID Visa) will address labour shortages with streamlined pathways and improved mobility.
Read More
National Innovation Visa (NIV) implementation

National Innovation Visa (NIV) implementation

Effective 6 December 2024, the National Innovation Visa (NIV) replaces the Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858), introducing new legislative instruments and amendments to streamline the application process and criteria.
Read More
Core Skills Occupation List

Occupations Removed from Australia’s Core Skills Occupation List

The Australian Government has updated its Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), removing several occupations. This impacts sponsorship pathways and skilled migration options.
Read More
Core Skills Occupation List

New Core Skills Occupation List Released & Key Updates on the Skills in Demand Visa

The Australian Government has just released the new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), including 456 occupations. Skills in Demand visa is set to start on 7 December 2024.
Read More
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Pathways to Permanent Residency and Changes with the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

The Skills in Demand visa reforms simplify migration pathways and address labour shortages across Australia’s workforce.
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