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Introducing the Skills in Demand Visa (SID)

2024-12-09

From 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand Visa (SID Visa) will address labour shortages with streamlined pathways and improved mobility.

National Innovation Visa (NIV) implementation

2024-12-06

Effective 6 December 2024, the National Innovation Visa (NIV) replaces the Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858), introducing new legislative instruments and amendments to streamline the application process and criteria.

Occupations Removed from Australia’s Core Skills Occupation List

2024-12-04

The Australian Government has updated its Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), removing several occupations. This impacts sponsorship pathways and skilled migration options.

Streamlined Points Test to Bolster Australia’s Skilled Migration

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April 26, 2024

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

2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa Program

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April 26, 2024

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 streams, including the Graduate Work and Post-Study Work streams.

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

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April 26, 2024

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 Australia.

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State and Territory Nominations for March 2024: Skilled Migration Update

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April 19, 2024

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

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April 10, 2024

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.

NSW Eases Pathway 1 Criteria for Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491

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April 5, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Family Visa Caps Announced by Australian Government

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) 2024: Shaping Australia’s Skilled Migration Future

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

PALM Scheme Family Reunification Pilot

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March 28, 2024

The PALM Scheme introduces a family reunification pilot starting 25 March 2024, aiming to improve the lives of Pacific and Timor-Leste migrant workers.

AUS Government Announces New Pathway to PR: Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa

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March 22, 2024

The Australian Government announced new permanent residency (Subclass 192) for Pacific Islanders & Timor-Leste via lottery. Starting March 29th.

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

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March 15, 2024

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.

End of Extended Post-Study Work Rights for International Graduates

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March 7, 2024

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

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New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

Looking to hire British nationals? Australia sees surge in working holidaymakers

2025-04-22

Australia is experiencing a surge in British Working Holiday visa holders, with a record-breaking 206,187 arrivals in December 2024, an increase of almost 40,000 from the previous year.

Medicare access granted to the STPP and FMSSP

2025-04-20

Medicare access has been extended to individuals supported under the STPP and FMSSP, an important shift with implications for vulnerable migrants in Australia.

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New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

Looking to hire British nationals? Australia sees surge in working holidaymakers

2025-04-22

Australia is experiencing a surge in British Working Holiday visa holders, with a record-breaking 206,187 arrivals in December 2024, an increase of almost 40,000 from the previous year.

Medicare access granted to the STPP and FMSSP

2025-04-20

Medicare access has been extended to individuals supported under the STPP and FMSSP, an important shift with implications for vulnerable migrants in Australia.

Ten essential things to do before moving to another country

2025-04-17

Planning on moving overseas? Here are 10 essential things to do before relocating to help you prepare for a smooth transition.

417 and 462 visas: Recovery work areas expanded

2025-04-16

The Australian Government has updated the specified work areas for Subclass 417 and 462 visa holders, expanding eligibility to more bushfire and severe weather recovery zones across multiple states.

Australian Government announces 2024-25 family visa caps for Contributory Parent, Parent and Other Family visas

2025-04-16

The Australian Government has set new visa caps for the 2024–25 financial year to manage strong demand for family migration. A total of 6,800 Contributory Parent visas, 1,700 Parent visas,

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New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

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Australia Introduces MATES Visa for Indian Professionals

2024-11-14

The new MATES Visa opens up opportunities for Indian graduates and early-career professionals to work in Australia’s top industries. Learn eligibility criteria, benefits, and application details.

Prepare for major changes to the 482 visa and take action now!

2024-10-25

The 482 visa will be replaced by the Skills in Demand visa. Key changes include reduced work experience and more flexible employment options.

ANZSCO is to be replaced by OSCA

2024-10-23

The ANZSCO is to be replaced by comparable but separate systems for both Australia and New Zealand.

Streamlined Points Test to Bolster Australia’s Skilled Migration

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April 26, 2024

2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa Program

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April 26, 2024

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

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April 26, 2024

State and Territory Nominations for March 2024: Skilled Migration Update

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April 19, 2024

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.

Employer-Sponsored Visas for Skilled Workers in Australia

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April 10, 2024

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.

NSW Eases Pathway 1 Criteria for Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491

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April 5, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Family Visa Caps Announced by Australian Government

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) 2024: Shaping Australia’s Skilled Migration Future

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

PALM Scheme Family Reunification Pilot

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March 28, 2024

The PALM Scheme introduces a family reunification pilot starting 25 March 2024, aiming to improve the lives of Pacific and Timor-Leste migrant workers.

AUS Government Announces New Pathway to PR: Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa

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March 22, 2024

The Australian Government announced new permanent residency (Subclass 192) for Pacific Islanders & Timor-Leste via lottery. Starting March 29th.

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

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March 15, 2024

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.

End of Extended Post-Study Work Rights for International Graduates

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March 7, 2024

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

Featured migration story headline to go here

New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

Looking to hire British nationals? Australia sees surge in working holidaymakers

2025-04-22

Australia is experiencing a surge in British Working Holiday visa holders, with a record-breaking 206,187 arrivals in December 2024, an increase of almost 40,000 from the previous year.

Medicare access granted to the STPP and FMSSP

2025-04-20

Medicare access has been extended to individuals supported under the STPP and FMSSP, an important shift with implications for vulnerable migrants in Australia.

Streamlined Points Test to Bolster Australia’s Skilled Migration

•

April 26, 2024

2024 Updates to Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa Program

•

April 26, 2024

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

•

April 26, 2024

State and Territory Nominations for March 2024: Skilled Migration Update

•

April 19, 2024

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.

Employer-Sponsored Visas for Skilled Workers in Australia

•

April 10, 2024

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.

NSW Eases Pathway 1 Criteria for Skilled Work Regional Visa Subclass 491

•

April 5, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Family Visa Caps Announced by Australian Government

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April 4, 2024

The Australian Government sets visa caps for family categories in the 2023-24 financial year, detailing quotas for contributory parent, parent, and other family visas.

Draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) 2024: Shaping Australia’s Skilled Migration Future

•

April 4, 2024

The Australian Government's has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia's workforce needs.

PALM Scheme Family Reunification Pilot

•

March 28, 2024

The PALM Scheme introduces a family reunification pilot starting 25 March 2024, aiming to improve the lives of Pacific and Timor-Leste migrant workers.

AUS Government Announces New Pathway to PR: Subclass 192 Pacific Engagement Visa

•

March 22, 2024

The Australian Government announced new permanent residency (Subclass 192) for Pacific Islanders & Timor-Leste via lottery. Starting March 29th.

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

•

March 15, 2024

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.

End of Extended Post-Study Work Rights for International Graduates

•

March 7, 2024

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

Featured migration story headline to go here

New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

Looking to hire British nationals? Australia sees surge in working holidaymakers

2025-04-22

Australia is experiencing a surge in British Working Holiday visa holders, with a record-breaking 206,187 arrivals in December 2024, an increase of almost 40,000 from the previous year.

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

Featured migration story headline to go here

New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

Looking to hire British nationals? Australia sees surge in working holidaymakers

2025-04-22

Australia is experiencing a surge in British Working Holiday visa holders, with a record-breaking 206,187 arrivals in December 2024, an increase of almost 40,000 from the previous year.

Medicare access granted to the STPP and FMSSP

2025-04-20

Medicare access has been extended to individuals supported under the STPP and FMSSP, an important shift with implications for vulnerable migrants in Australia.

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

Featured migration story headline to go here

New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

Looking to hire British nationals? Australia sees surge in working holidaymakers

2025-04-22

Australia is experiencing a surge in British Working Holiday visa holders, with a record-breaking 206,187 arrivals in December 2024, an increase of almost 40,000 from the previous year.

Medicare access granted to the STPP and FMSSP

2025-04-20

Medicare access has been extended to individuals supported under the STPP and FMSSP, an important shift with implications for vulnerable migrants in Australia.

Ten essential things to do before moving to another country

2025-04-17

Planning on moving overseas? Here are 10 essential things to do before relocating to help you prepare for a smooth transition.

417 and 462 visas: Recovery work areas expanded

2025-04-16

The Australian Government has updated the specified work areas for Subclass 417 and 462 visa holders, expanding eligibility to more bushfire and severe weather recovery zones across multiple states.

Australian Government announces 2024-25 family visa caps for Contributory Parent, Parent and Other Family visas

2025-04-16

The Australian Government has set new visa caps for the 2024–25 financial year to manage strong demand for family migration. A total of 6,800 Contributory Parent visas, 1,700 Parent visas,

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

Featured migration story headline to go here

New online services added to ImmiAccount for paper-based parent visa applicants

2025-05-07

The Department of Home Affairs introduced new ImmiAccount functionality for paper-based parent visa applicants, enabling access to key online services to support application management

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

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