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End of Extended Post-Study Work Rights for International Graduates

2024-03-07

The two-year extension of post-study work rights for selected graduates will be phased out in mid-2024, announces the Department of Education.

New Visa Opportunities for UK Citizens: The Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP)

2024-02-29

A new Australian visa program, IECSEP, offers temporary work opportunities for UK citizens under the A-UKFTA. Two streams exist: one for early careers and another for established innovators.

Work and Holiday Visa Changes: ‘Specified Work’ Expanded

2024-02-29

Australia’s latest visa update, LIN 24/020, broadens ‘Specified Work’ definitions for visa holders, aiding disaster recovery efforts.

Supporting International Students

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July 21, 2020

The Australian Government has now taken certain steps to ensure Australia remains a priority destination for international students as Australia emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic

NSW Government will fund $4million to support temporary visa holders

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July 14, 2020

The NSW Government will fund $4 million to support temporary visa holders and specialist migrant and settlement services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

NSW, QLD & NT impose mandatory quarantine fee

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July 12, 2020

Anyone arriving in Australia from overseas must enter into 14 day quarantine in a designated accommodation facility. No matter which city you arrive in, all international travelers must quarantine.

What are the key differences between permanent & temporary visas?

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July 10, 2020

In this turbulent period where non-citizens and non-permanent residents are excluded from entering Australia’s borders, the differences between the

Maintaining sponsor obligations during COVID-19

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July 8, 2020

With a second lockdown in the Metropolitan Melbourne area coming into force many businesses are once again having to reduce operations and as a result needing to stand down staff or reduce their hours.

Short term changes to NZ temporary work visas

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July 7, 2020

The New Zealand Government has announced some short term changes to visa settings for temporary work visa holders in New Zealand. These changes are a direct result of the impact COVID-19

2020-21 Migration Update – what can you expect?

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July 6, 2020

The Australian budget has been deferred until 4 October 2020 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and this will have implications for all government departments

Temporary Partner visa (subclass 820)

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July 2, 2020

The subclass 820 visa is a temporary visa that allows the applicant to live in Australia with their partner or spouse who is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent

COVID-19 Webinars

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July 1, 2020

Thank you for joining our immigration experts for our COVID-19 Immigration Impact webinars. We hope you found it interesting and

Recruitment & Immigration

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July 1, 2020

https://vimeo.com/449524054 Recruitment & Immigration with Arno

Global Talent Independent Program

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June 26, 2020

Launched in November 2019, the Global Talent Independent program (GTI) offers a streamlined, priority visa pathway for highly skilled and talented individuals to work and live permanently in Australia.

Employer Nomination Scheme visa (Subclass 186)

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June 26, 2020

The 186 visa allows the visa holder to live and work in Australia permanently given that they are nominated by their employer. The 186 can be divided into three streams: Direct Entry,

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Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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

482 and 494 visa holders can work for new employers while awaiting nomination transfer

2025-03-25

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.

Sponsored workers: Ongoing support for language learning

2025-03-12

Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.

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Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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

482 and 494 visa holders can work for new employers while awaiting nomination transfer

2025-03-25

Sponsored workers: Ongoing support for language learning

2025-03-12

Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.

Is your organisation ready for an immigration compliance inspection?

2025-02-17

With Fair Work Ombudsman and Australian Border Force inspecting organisations, it is crucial to understand your sponsor obligations.

Faster Skills Assessments for Housing Construction Workers

2025-02-14

Recent changes by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) allow housing construction workers to access faster skills assessments

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

2025-01-14

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

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Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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

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WA’s New Construction Visa Subsidy Program for Companies

2024-01-16

The State Government of Western Australia has implemented the Construction Visa Subsidy Program to assist construction companies in hiring skilled migrants.

Partner Visa Program Updated for Increased Flexibility

2024-01-11

Australia’s Partner Visa: No more ‘onshore’ or ‘offshore’ distinctions, simplifying applications for couples.

Government Announces Extension of Working Holiday Visa Conditions Amid Migration Strategy Reforms

2023-12-21

In a recent announcement, the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, and Multicultural Affairs outlined the extension of the relaxation of visa condition 8547. This decision is part of the broader Migration

Supporting International Students

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July 21, 2020

The Australian Government has now taken certain steps to ensure Australia remains a priority destination for international students as Australia emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic

NSW Government will fund $4million to support temporary visa holders

•

July 14, 2020

The NSW Government will fund $4 million to support temporary visa holders and specialist migrant and settlement services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

NSW, QLD & NT impose mandatory quarantine fee

•

July 12, 2020

Anyone arriving in Australia from overseas must enter into 14 day quarantine in a designated accommodation facility. No matter which city you arrive in, all international travelers must quarantine.

What are the key differences between permanent & temporary visas?

•

July 10, 2020

In this turbulent period where non-citizens and non-permanent residents are excluded from entering Australia’s borders, the differences between the

Maintaining sponsor obligations during COVID-19

•

July 8, 2020

Short term changes to NZ temporary work visas

•

July 7, 2020

The New Zealand Government has announced some short term changes to visa settings for temporary work visa holders in New Zealand. These changes are a direct result of the impact COVID-19

2020-21 Migration Update – what can you expect?

•

July 6, 2020

The Australian budget has been deferred until 4 October 2020 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and this will have implications for all government departments

Temporary Partner visa (subclass 820)

•

July 2, 2020

The subclass 820 visa is a temporary visa that allows the applicant to live in Australia with their partner or spouse who is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent

COVID-19 Webinars

•

July 1, 2020

Thank you for joining our immigration experts for our COVID-19 Immigration Impact webinars. We hope you found it interesting and

Recruitment & Immigration

•

July 1, 2020

https://vimeo.com/449524054 Recruitment & Immigration with Arno

Global Talent Independent Program

•

June 26, 2020

Employer Nomination Scheme visa (Subclass 186)

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June 26, 2020

The 186 visa allows the visa holder to live and work in Australia permanently given that they are nominated by their employer. The 186 can be divided into three streams: Direct Entry,

Featured migration story headline to go here

Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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

482 and 494 visa holders can work for new employers while awaiting nomination transfer

2025-03-25

Sponsored workers: Ongoing support for language learning

2025-03-12

Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.

New Zealand to move to Alert Level 2

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May 11, 2020

Jacinda Ardern has announced New Zealand will move to Alert Level 2 from 11:59pm Wednesday May 13 2020. The Prime Minister was clear that the country would be moving to Alert Level 2 in stages.

COVID-19 Rent Relief – Victoria

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May 5, 2020

Did you know that the coronavirus rent relief grant is available to any renters in Victoria experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19?

The Immigration (COVID-19 response) Amendment Bill

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May 5, 2020

The Bill, which aims to temporarily amend immigration legislation to support the quick and efficient management of visa changes during COVID-19, was introduced to New Zealand Parliament yesterday (5 May 2020).

Immigration New Zealand adapts to operating under Alert Level 3

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April 30, 2020

Border updates Immigration New Zealand has now received over 5,000 expressions of interest from people who believe they meet exceptions to the border

Victorian Government announces support for international students

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April 29, 2020

Today the Victoria Government announced they will provide payment of up to $1,100 for international students who have lost their

Support for temporary visa holders coming from state government

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April 29, 2020

As the federal government continues to provide no support to temporary visa holders, some states are taking matters into their own hands.

Remaining Lawful in Australia: Bridging Visas

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April 28, 2020

If your current visa is expiring or has expired and you are waiting for a new substantive visa to be granted (this includes the new 408 COVID-19 Visa), then there are a range of bridging visas you may be eligible for to ensure you remain lawful in Australia.

Supporting temporary visa holders through COVID-19

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April 28, 2020

On Wednesday 8 April 2020, the $130 billion JobKeeper package passed in Parliament giving 6 million Australian workers some sense of relief in the uncertain times of COIVD-19. But for workers on temporary visas there was no such assistance.

Visa 408 COVID-19 sub-stream announced

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April 22, 2020

Breaking news: COVID-19 sub-stream of 408 visa announced for certain former and current holders of temporary visas to lawfully remain in Australia and who

COVID-19 Visa Benefits

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April 22, 2020

Unsure about what you're entitled to as a visa holder living in Australia during COVID-19? We know it can be confusing so we've put together a table that makes it a bit easier for

Assistance for Temporary Visa Holders from the Red Cross

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April 11, 2020

The Red Cross has announced on its website that it will be receiving funding from the Australian Government for the next six months to deliver

Victoria’s subclass 132 and 188 visa nomination program paused

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April 8, 2020

From 12pm AEST Thursday 9 April 2020, Victoria’s subclass 132 and 188 visa nomination program will be paused for the remainder of 2019-20

Featured migration story headline to go here

Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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

482 and 494 visa holders can work for new employers while awaiting nomination transfer

2025-03-25

The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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

482 and 494 visa holders can work for new employers while awaiting nomination transfer

2025-03-25

Sponsored workers: Ongoing support for language learning

2025-03-12

Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.

The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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

482 and 494 visa holders can work for new employers while awaiting nomination transfer

2025-03-25

Sponsored workers: Ongoing support for language learning

2025-03-12

Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.

Is your organisation ready for an immigration compliance inspection?

2025-02-17

With Fair Work Ombudsman and Australian Border Force inspecting organisations, it is crucial to understand your sponsor obligations.

Faster Skills Assessments for Housing Construction Workers

2025-02-14

Recent changes by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) allow housing construction workers to access faster skills assessments

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

2025-01-14

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

The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Increase in Income Thresholds under Sponsored Visas

2025-03-26

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 current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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