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construction
Fast-tracking construction skills assessments to meet the urgent demand for skilled workers in Australia’s housing sector.
Protection
The Migration Amendment (Strengthening Employer Compliance) Act 2024 aims to reduce the exploitation of temporary migrant workers, promote employer compliance, and improve fair workplace practices, creating an equitable environment for
BIIP
The BIIP closes to new applications from 31 July 2024. Learn about key changes and impacts on Subclass 188 visas.

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

COVID-19 Webinar Series

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

VETASSESS have changed some of their processes to help clients affected by COVID-19 restrictions and give applicants more options and flexibility.

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Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility
Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.
Germany now requires men aged 17–45 to seek approval before extended overseas travel. While Australian visa eligibility is unchanged, this may impact travel timing for key visa applicants.
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Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility
Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.
Germany now requires men aged 17–45 to seek approval before extended overseas travel. While Australian visa eligibility is unchanged, this may impact travel timing for key visa applicants.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics invites employer feedback through the OSCA 2027 consultation to help shape occupation definitions for migration and workforce planning.
The Department accepts IELTS One Skill Retake and MET Single Section Retake for most visas, but subclass 482 requires a single sitting. TOEFL applicants must book TOEFL iBT Australia.
Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) amendments explained
Annual Market Salary Rate amendments introduce flexible salary assessment methods. Employers must understand new rules for nominations from 25 March 2026.
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Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
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Migration Amendment Updates Strengthening Employer Compliance
The Migration Amendment (Infringement Notices) Regulations 2024 enhance compliance by increasing penalties and updating provisions. Effective from 1 July 2024.
Australian partner visa applicants experiencing family violence now have easier access to permanent residency. Changes include applying for partner visas without marriage and not needing to be in Australia for
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.

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

COVID-19 Webinar Series

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

VETASSESS have changed some of their processes to help clients affected by COVID-19 restrictions and give applicants more options and flexibility.

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.

Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility
Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.
Germany now requires men aged 17–45 to seek approval before extended overseas travel. While Australian visa eligibility is unchanged, this may impact travel timing for key visa applicants.

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

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.

Featured migration story headline to go here

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Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility
Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.
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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Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility
Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.
Germany now requires men aged 17–45 to seek approval before extended overseas travel. While Australian visa eligibility is unchanged, this may impact travel timing for key visa applicants.
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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Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility
Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.
Germany now requires men aged 17–45 to seek approval before extended overseas travel. While Australian visa eligibility is unchanged, this may impact travel timing for key visa applicants.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics invites employer feedback through the OSCA 2027 consultation to help shape occupation definitions for migration and workforce planning.
The Department accepts IELTS One Skill Retake and MET Single Section Retake for most visas, but subclass 482 requires a single sitting. TOEFL applicants must book TOEFL iBT Australia.
Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) amendments explained
Annual Market Salary Rate amendments introduce flexible salary assessment methods. Employers must understand new rules for nominations from 25 March 2026.
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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Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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