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Points Test Reform

Streamlined Points Test to Bolster Australia’s Skilled Migration

Minister for Home Affairs Clare O’Neil highlights significant reforms to the Points Test for skilled migration, part of Australia’s strategic migration overhaul aimed at enhancing long-term prosperity
Temporary Graduate Visa

2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa Program

The Australian Government has announced significant updates for the Temporary Graduate visa program, effective from 1 July 2024, as outlined in its Migration Strategy. These updates will affect various visa
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

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

Securing my Partner Visa

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.

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

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

Temporary Visa Support

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

G20 Response to COVID-19

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

Citizenship Application

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

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

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

VEVO Letter

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

COVID-19 Update

As reported by the World Health Organisation (WHO) on 11 March 2020, there are currently 117,000 confirmed cases globally with 4,200 deaths.

As the numbers of known coronavirus cases around the world continue to sharply increase, countries are enforcing travel restrictions, sealing off towns to prevent local transmission, and in

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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,

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

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
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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,

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

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

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

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.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.
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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,
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Reminder: TOEFL iBT Not Accepted for AU Visas (Since July 26, 2023)

The Australian government’s Department of Home Affairs (DHA) suspended accepting TOEFL iBT scores for visa applications since July 26, 2023. This applies until further notice.
Post-Study Work Rights

End of Extended Post-Study Work Rights for International Graduates

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

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

Securing my Partner Visa

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.

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

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

Temporary Visa Support

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

G20 Response to COVID-19

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

Citizenship Application

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

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

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

VEVO Letter

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

COVID-19 Update

As reported by the World Health Organisation (WHO) on 11 March 2020, there are currently 117,000 confirmed cases globally with 4,200 deaths.

As the numbers of known coronavirus cases around the world continue to sharply increase, countries are enforcing travel restrictions, sealing off towns to prevent local transmission, and in

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.

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,

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

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
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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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,

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
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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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,

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

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

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.

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,

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

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

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

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.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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.

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

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