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Upcoming changes to Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT)

Upcoming changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT)  

From July 1, 2024, significant changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will come into effect, impacting Australian companies that sponsor overseas workers. Companies must update salary offers,
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Indonesia-Australia Skills Development Exchange Pilot Program: Boosting Cooperation and Expertise

Australia and Indonesia boost collaboration through Skills Exchange Pilot. Businesses can send employees for work placements, up to 12 months, in each other’s countries, fostering skills development and cultural understanding.
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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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Recruitment & Immigration

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July 1, 2020

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

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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.

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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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Victoria offers one-off COVID-19 support payment

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June 25, 2020

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

Read More »

Regional Migration Scheme (RMS) visa (subclass 187)

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June 23, 2020

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.

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Student Visa (subclass 500)

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June 22, 2020

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

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Temporary Skill Shortage visa (Subclass 482)

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June 9, 2020

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.

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What to do if you are a NZ visa holder and have been made redundant during the COIVD-19 crisis

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May 25, 2020

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

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Seeking permission to travel

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May 21, 2020

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

Read More »

Applying for COVID-19 early release of your super

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May 18, 2020

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.

Read More »

Managing Social Distancing

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May 16, 2020

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

Read More »

COVID-19 Webinar Series

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May 16, 2020

Our most senior Migration Agents are coming together (from the safety of their own homes) for in-depth discussions weekly.

Read More »

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Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
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Supporting mental health professionals across Australia

During National Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, Absolute Immigration’s Health Specialist Team continues to assist Registered Nurses (Mental Health) while emphasising the importance of community connection, mental health awareness,
Read More

Jobs and Skills Australia releases 2025 Occupation Shortage List

Jobs and Skills Australia’s 2025 Occupation Shortage List show overall shortages easing to 29%, but key gaps persist across trades, health, and regional roles — determining future skilled migration and
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Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
Read More

Supporting mental health professionals across Australia

During National Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, Absolute Immigration’s Health Specialist Team continues to assist Registered Nurses (Mental Health) while emphasising the importance of community connection, mental health awareness,
Read More

Jobs and Skills Australia releases 2025 Occupation Shortage List

Jobs and Skills Australia’s 2025 Occupation Shortage List show overall shortages easing to 29%, but key gaps persist across trades, health, and regional roles — determining future skilled migration and
Read More

Federal government targets cuts to Western Australia’s skilled migration program

The federal government proposes to reduce Western Australia’s skilled migration allocation by 30%. The change could restrict access to overseas talent, slow housing and infrastructure delivery, and intensify workforce shortages
Read More

Boost your WA construction workforce with government-backed incentives

Over 2,000 skilled builders and tradespeople have joined Western Australia’s construction industry through the Build a Life and Construction Visa Subsidy initiatives, helping employers strengthen their workforce and meet housing
Read More

Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.
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Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
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IECSEP

Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot(IECSEP): New Pathways for UK Professionals to Australia

The Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP), a part of the Australia-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (A-UKFTA), offers exciting opportunities for UK citizens to advance their careers in
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State and Territory Nominations for March 2024: Skilled Migration Update

The Department of Home Affairs has published the latest figures on State and Territory government nominations for skilled migration visas (Subclass 190 and Subclass 491) for March 2024.
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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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Recruitment & Immigration

•
July 1, 2020

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

Read More »

Global Talent Independent Program

•
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.

Read More »

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,

Read More »

Victoria offers one-off COVID-19 support payment

•
June 25, 2020

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

Read More »

Regional Migration Scheme (RMS) visa (subclass 187)

•
June 23, 2020

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.

Read More »

Student Visa (subclass 500)

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June 22, 2020

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

Read More »

Temporary Skill Shortage visa (Subclass 482)

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June 9, 2020

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.

Read More »

What to do if you are a NZ visa holder and have been made redundant during the COIVD-19 crisis

•
May 25, 2020

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

Read More »

Seeking permission to travel

•
May 21, 2020

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

Read More »

Applying for COVID-19 early release of your super

•
May 18, 2020

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.

Read More »

Managing Social Distancing

•
May 16, 2020

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

Read More »

COVID-19 Webinar Series

•
May 16, 2020

Our most senior Migration Agents are coming together (from the safety of their own homes) for in-depth discussions weekly.

Read More »

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Our values

Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
Read More

Supporting mental health professionals across Australia

During National Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, Absolute Immigration’s Health Specialist Team continues to assist Registered Nurses (Mental Health) while emphasising the importance of community connection, mental health awareness,
Read More

Jobs and Skills Australia releases 2025 Occupation Shortage List

Jobs and Skills Australia’s 2025 Occupation Shortage List show overall shortages easing to 29%, but key gaps persist across trades, health, and regional roles — determining future skilled migration and
Read More

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

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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

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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

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Securing my Partner Visa

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April 8, 2020

I’m from the UK and my husband is Australian and we wanted to build a life together in Australia. Getting a Partner Visa is not a straightforward or easy process, and at times it can be quite emotional. Without the team at Absolute Immigration supporting us throughout the process I’m not sure we could have done it.

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COVID-19 and temporary resident visa holders in Australia

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April 5, 2020

There are currently 2.17million people in Australia on a temporary visa, some filling critical skills shortages in Australia including medical professionals, aged care

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Coronavirus Australian Visa Update

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March 31, 2020

Updated: 31 March 2020 *Information supplied by the Australian Government, Department of Home Affairs as at 31 March 2020

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Temporary Visa Support

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March 31, 2020

We've made a number of recommendations to the government in relation to visa holders during the uncertainty of the coronavirus crisis.

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G20 Response to COVID-19

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March 27, 2020

Last night our Prime Minister Scott Morrison joined the G20 leaders in COVID-19 summit to discuss the global response to this pandemic.

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Citizenship Application

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March 25, 2020

Eligibility criteria for Australian Citizenship Each applicant for citizenship must meet the following criteria

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Temporary visa holders given welfare support

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March 24, 2020

There are 2.3 million temporary visa holders residing in Australia, and during the current coronavirus crisis many are unable to work

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Business obligations for managing overseas workers during COVID-19

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March 19, 2020

Many industries have been significantly impacted by the Coronavirus, with many businesses closing for a period of time to reduce costs and

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VEVO Letter

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March 18, 2020

The Department’s Visa Entitlement Verification Online system (VEVO) allows employers and visa holders to check visa conditions.

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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Our values

Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
Read More

Supporting mental health professionals across Australia

During National Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, Absolute Immigration’s Health Specialist Team continues to assist Registered Nurses (Mental Health) while emphasising the importance of community connection, mental health awareness,
Read More
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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Our values

Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
Read More

Supporting mental health professionals across Australia

During National Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, Absolute Immigration’s Health Specialist Team continues to assist Registered Nurses (Mental Health) while emphasising the importance of community connection, mental health awareness,
Read More

Jobs and Skills Australia releases 2025 Occupation Shortage List

Jobs and Skills Australia’s 2025 Occupation Shortage List show overall shortages easing to 29%, but key gaps persist across trades, health, and regional roles — determining future skilled migration and
Read More
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Our values

Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
Read More

Supporting mental health professionals across Australia

During National Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, Absolute Immigration’s Health Specialist Team continues to assist Registered Nurses (Mental Health) while emphasising the importance of community connection, mental health awareness,
Read More

Jobs and Skills Australia releases 2025 Occupation Shortage List

Jobs and Skills Australia’s 2025 Occupation Shortage List show overall shortages easing to 29%, but key gaps persist across trades, health, and regional roles — determining future skilled migration and
Read More

Federal government targets cuts to Western Australia’s skilled migration program

The federal government proposes to reduce Western Australia’s skilled migration allocation by 30%. The change could restrict access to overseas talent, slow housing and infrastructure delivery, and intensify workforce shortages
Read More

Boost your WA construction workforce with government-backed incentives

Over 2,000 skilled builders and tradespeople have joined Western Australia’s construction industry through the Build a Life and Construction Visa Subsidy initiatives, helping employers strengthen their workforce and meet housing
Read More

Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.
Read More
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Key work experience changes for 186 Temporary Residence Transition visas

From 29 November 2025, new rules will tighten 186 TRT employer sponsorship requirements. Unsponsored work will no longer count toward the two-year work experience requirement for permanent residence eligibility.
Read More
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