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The 482 visa will be replaced by the Skills in Demand visa. Key changes include reduced work experience and more flexible employment options.
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The ANZSCO is to be replaced by comparable but separate systems for both Australia and New Zealand.
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The recent Migration Amendment (Family Violence Provisions for Skilled Visa Applications) Regulations 2024 expands family violence protections to include secondary applicants on specific skilled visa subclasses.

The State Government of Western Australia has implemented the Construction Visa Subsidy Program to assist construction companies in hiring skilled migrants.

Australia's Partner Visa: No more 'onshore' or 'offshore' distinctions, simplifying applications for couples.

In a recent announcement, the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, and Multicultural Affairs outlined the extension of the relaxation of visa condition 8547. This decision is part of the broader Migration Strategy reform, with a particular focus on the Working Holiday program.

As the COVID-19 concession period draws to a close on November 25, 2023, pivotal changes are set to reshape various facets of Australia's visa landscape. From stringent updates in employer-sponsored visas to nuanced alterations in family and graduate visa programs, this impending shift marks a significant milestone. Navigating the post-concession era, applicants will encounter revised criteria, with an emphasis on work experience and location specifics. Explore this comprehensive overview of the imminent modifications, ensuring you stay well-informed in the ever-evolving realm of Australian immigration.

Need to travel for the holidays but your visa application is pending? A Bridging Visa B might allow you to travel and return while you wait.

Need to travel for the holidays but your visa application is pending? A Bridging Visa B might allow you to travel and return while you wait.

From 25 November 2023, the Australian Government will be making changes to the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) and Temporary Residence Transition stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) (subclass 187) visas to provide a simpler and clearer pathway to permanent residence for Skilled Workers.

From 25 November 2023, the Australian Government will be making changes to the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) and Temporary Residence Transition stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) (subclass 187) visas to provide a simpler and clearer pathway to permanent residence for Skilled Workers.

The States and Territories nomination programs have been revised for the 2023-24 program year, with varying criteria for each status.

An essential update from The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and the Department of Home Affairs, launching a comprehensive data matching program spanning from 2023-24 to 2025-26 for Australian businesses hiring and sponsoring visa holders.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

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South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
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The Department of Home Affairs has officially confirmed a 4.6% increase to both the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) effective 1 July 2025. Absolute
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The Department has confirmed that 482 and 494 visa holders can continue working for a prospective sponsor while waiting for nomination approval, addressing concerns over work rights during transfer delays.
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South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
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The Department of Home Affairs has officially confirmed a 4.6% increase to both the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) effective 1 July 2025. Absolute
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The Department has confirmed that 482 and 494 visa holders can continue working for a prospective sponsor while waiting for nomination approval, addressing concerns over work rights during transfer delays.
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Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.
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With Fair Work Ombudsman and Australian Border Force inspecting organisations, it is crucial to understand your sponsor obligations.
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Recent changes by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) allow housing construction workers to access faster skills assessments
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South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
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The Australian government offers various regional skilled worker visas to address skill shortages and provide pathways to permanent residency.
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Fast-tracking construction skills assessments to meet the urgent demand for skilled workers in Australia’s housing sector.
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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

The State Government of Western Australia has implemented the Construction Visa Subsidy Program to assist construction companies in hiring skilled migrants.

Australia's Partner Visa: No more 'onshore' or 'offshore' distinctions, simplifying applications for couples.

In a recent announcement, the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, and Multicultural Affairs outlined the extension of the relaxation of visa condition 8547. This decision is part of the broader Migration Strategy reform, with a particular focus on the Working Holiday program.

As the COVID-19 concession period draws to a close on November 25, 2023, pivotal changes are set to reshape various facets of Australia's visa landscape. From stringent updates in employer-sponsored visas to nuanced alterations in family and graduate visa programs, this impending shift marks a significant milestone. Navigating the post-concession era, applicants will encounter revised criteria, with an emphasis on work experience and location specifics. Explore this comprehensive overview of the imminent modifications, ensuring you stay well-informed in the ever-evolving realm of Australian immigration.

Need to travel for the holidays but your visa application is pending? A Bridging Visa B might allow you to travel and return while you wait.

Need to travel for the holidays but your visa application is pending? A Bridging Visa B might allow you to travel and return while you wait.

From 25 November 2023, the Australian Government will be making changes to the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) and Temporary Residence Transition stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) (subclass 187) visas to provide a simpler and clearer pathway to permanent residence for Skilled Workers.

From 25 November 2023, the Australian Government will be making changes to the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) and Temporary Residence Transition stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) (subclass 187) visas to provide a simpler and clearer pathway to permanent residence for Skilled Workers.

The States and Territories nomination programs have been revised for the 2023-24 program year, with varying criteria for each status.

An essential update from The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and the Department of Home Affairs, launching a comprehensive data matching program spanning from 2023-24 to 2025-26 for Australian businesses hiring and sponsoring visa holders.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

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Featured migration story headline to go here

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South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
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The Department of Home Affairs has officially confirmed a 4.6% increase to both the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) effective 1 July 2025. Absolute
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The Department has confirmed that 482 and 494 visa holders can continue working for a prospective sponsor while waiting for nomination approval, addressing concerns over work rights during transfer delays.

The State Government of Western Australia has implemented the Construction Visa Subsidy Program to assist construction companies in hiring skilled migrants.

Australia's Partner Visa: No more 'onshore' or 'offshore' distinctions, simplifying applications for couples.

In a recent announcement, the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, and Multicultural Affairs outlined the extension of the relaxation of visa condition 8547. This decision is part of the broader Migration Strategy reform, with a particular focus on the Working Holiday program.

As the COVID-19 concession period draws to a close on November 25, 2023, pivotal changes are set to reshape various facets of Australia's visa landscape. From stringent updates in employer-sponsored visas to nuanced alterations in family and graduate visa programs, this impending shift marks a significant milestone. Navigating the post-concession era, applicants will encounter revised criteria, with an emphasis on work experience and location specifics. Explore this comprehensive overview of the imminent modifications, ensuring you stay well-informed in the ever-evolving realm of Australian immigration.

Need to travel for the holidays but your visa application is pending? A Bridging Visa B might allow you to travel and return while you wait.

Need to travel for the holidays but your visa application is pending? A Bridging Visa B might allow you to travel and return while you wait.

From 25 November 2023, the Australian Government will be making changes to the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) and Temporary Residence Transition stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) (subclass 187) visas to provide a simpler and clearer pathway to permanent residence for Skilled Workers.

From 25 November 2023, the Australian Government will be making changes to the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) and Temporary Residence Transition stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) (subclass 187) visas to provide a simpler and clearer pathway to permanent residence for Skilled Workers.

The States and Territories nomination programs have been revised for the 2023-24 program year, with varying criteria for each status.

An essential update from The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and the Department of Home Affairs, launching a comprehensive data matching program spanning from 2023-24 to 2025-26 for Australian businesses hiring and sponsoring visa holders.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

The Jobs and Skills Report 2023 offers insights into Australia's evolving workforce, addressing skill shortages and guiding job seekers, migrants, and businesses.

Screenshot 2023 06 30 at 10.03.42 am 1

Featured migration story headline to go here

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South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
Social images lisa 4
The Department of Home Affairs has officially confirmed a 4.6% increase to both the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) effective 1 July 2025. Absolute
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Social images lisa 1
South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
Social images lisa 4
The Department of Home Affairs has officially confirmed a 4.6% increase to both the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) effective 1 July 2025. Absolute
Social images lisa 3
The Department has confirmed that 482 and 494 visa holders can continue working for a prospective sponsor while waiting for nomination approval, addressing concerns over work rights during transfer delays.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Social images lisa 1
South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
Social images lisa 4
The Department of Home Affairs has officially confirmed a 4.6% increase to both the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) effective 1 July 2025. Absolute
Social images lisa 3
The Department has confirmed that 482 and 494 visa holders can continue working for a prospective sponsor while waiting for nomination approval, addressing concerns over work rights during transfer delays.
Picture1
Our partners at BiCortex Languages highlight how ongoing language and cultural support helps employers improve sponsored worker integration and global relocation outcomes.
2147923309 1
With Fair Work Ombudsman and Australian Border Force inspecting organisations, it is crucial to understand your sponsor obligations.
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Recent changes by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) allow housing construction workers to access faster skills assessments
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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South Australia has launched a $1.5 million initiative to connect skilled migrants with jobs in high-demand sectors, with tailored support programs delivered across metro and regional areas until June 2026.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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