Immigration experts in Australia and NZ

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Migration
Australia’s 2024-2025 state-nominated migration allocations have been updated, offering a total of 16,500 places presenting exciting opportunities for migrants
Partnership Expansion: ASEAN-Australia Visa Changes in 2024 Partnership
The Melbourne Declaration strengthens the ASEAN-Australia partnership, extending business visitor visas to 5 years, fostering trade, and boosting regional relationships.
Workplace Justice Visa Regulations 2024
The Workplace Justice Visa enables temporary migrants to stay and work in Australia while addressing workplace exploitation. Learn the key aspects and benefits.

The Global Talent Employer Sponsored (GTES) program is part of the Government’s Global Business and Talent Attraction Taskforce which

The Australian has announced the Government is set to offer tax incentives for big international businesses who make the move to Australia in the hope of enticing more high-net worth global talent to Australia.

A new Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL) has been announced by the Acting Minister for Immigration Alan Tudge and includes 17 occupations that will allow priority processing and travel exemptions for applicants to assist in the country’s COVID-19 recovery.

We know that filling skill shortages with international employees has never been more difficult, but we’re optimistic for the future of immigration and we’d love to have a chat with

Everything you need to know about applying for a travel exemption during COVID-19 and the border closures.

12 Tips for Quarantine

While it may be difficult to get into Australia and New Zealand currently, if you do manage to book a flight or obtain a travel waiver and you’re not a citizen or permanent resident, you can look forward to 14 days of mandatory quarantine.

In August 2020, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) introduced fees for all border exception expression of interest (EOI) requests and we believe Australia will do the same.

It is undisputed that the era of COVID-19 has been a tumultuous one for non-citizens and non-permanent residents in Australia, particularly international students.

Mel, Laurie & Jamie discuss the current challenges to applying for a Partner Visa and how your application can have the best chance of being approved.

Recently the Department of Home Affairs has been performing extra checks on 186 Sponsor companies to confirm applicant positions are genuine and available.

How to identify a scam

Differentiating between scams and genuine contact from the Department of Home Affairs or any other Government body can be difficult

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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.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
Visa conditions
From 1 July 2024, visa conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608 will be updated to enhance worker protection and increase productivity as part of the Australian Government’s Migration Strategy.
State Nomination
Updates on the closure of 2023-24 Skilled Migration State Nomination Programs in Tasmania and South Australia, including next steps for applicants.
Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy
Skilled migrants in Western Australia have access to the Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy, which can help them offset costs for skills assessments and training.

The Global Talent Employer Sponsored (GTES) program is part of the Government’s Global Business and Talent Attraction Taskforce which

The Australian has announced the Government is set to offer tax incentives for big international businesses who make the move to Australia in the hope of enticing more high-net worth global talent to Australia.

A new Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL) has been announced by the Acting Minister for Immigration Alan Tudge and includes 17 occupations that will allow priority processing and travel exemptions for applicants to assist in the country’s COVID-19 recovery.

We know that filling skill shortages with international employees has never been more difficult, but we’re optimistic for the future of immigration and we’d love to have a chat with

Everything you need to know about applying for a travel exemption during COVID-19 and the border closures.

12 Tips for Quarantine

While it may be difficult to get into Australia and New Zealand currently, if you do manage to book a flight or obtain a travel waiver and you’re not a citizen or permanent resident, you can look forward to 14 days of mandatory quarantine.

In August 2020, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) introduced fees for all border exception expression of interest (EOI) requests and we believe Australia will do the same.

It is undisputed that the era of COVID-19 has been a tumultuous one for non-citizens and non-permanent residents in Australia, particularly international students.

Mel, Laurie & Jamie discuss the current challenges to applying for a Partner Visa and how your application can have the best chance of being approved.

Recently the Department of Home Affairs has been performing extra checks on 186 Sponsor companies to confirm applicant positions are genuine and available.

How to identify a scam

Differentiating between scams and genuine contact from the Department of Home Affairs or any other Government body can be difficult

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 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

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

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.

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,

The Victorian Department of Health and Human Services is providing a one-off $1,500 payment designed to financially support Victorian workers who, as of 20 June, have been instructed by the

The Regional Migration Scheme (RMS) visa allows the holder to be sponsored by their employer in regional Australia to work and live permanently in Australia. The 187 visa consists of two streams: Direct Entry stream and Temporary Residence Transition stream.

A Student Visa allows the holder to study in Australia for up to five years (depending on the length of their course of study). Upon approval of this visa, the holder can travel in and out of

The Temporary Skills Shortage 482 visa allows the visa holder to live and work for their sponsor for two to four years to fill a position that the sponsor cannot find a suitably qualified Australian to fill.

COVID-19 has affected every part of our lives, and unfortunately as businesses have struggled to stay operational many people have been made redundant.

Due to COVID-19, international visitors are encouraged to return home where possible to do so. Temporary visa holders should be aware that if they wish to return to Australia while

As a temporary visa holder who’s lost work due to the COVID-19 crisis, your only source of support may be to access your Australian superannuation early.

As the spread of coronavirus continues we're all trying to do our best to practice social distancing and when needed, self-isolate. So how do you manage feelings of loneliness and possible boredom

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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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