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Victoria’s 2023-24 Skilled Migration Program is officially open to applicants living in Victoria and overseas.
As part of the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement (AUKFTA), the Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP) provides new opportunities for UK citizens to work in Australia.
The new median wage of NZD$31.61 per hour will be adopted into the immigration system in February 2024.

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL).

Due to strict border controls, NZ Immigration cannot legally grant visas to people outside NZ who are unlikely to meet the entry requirements and therefore applications from most people cannot be granted.

The Department of Home Affairs has recently announced an increase in fees for a number of visa applications. Our table below summarises the increases which are now in effect:

Over recent weeks there have been a number of Government announcements affecting immigration. Here’s a quick summary:

Due to strict border controls, NZ Immigration cannot legally grant visas to people outside NZ who are unlikely to meet the entry requirements and therefore applications from most people cannot be granted.

A new class border exception has been created to enable 300 overseas qualified teachers to enter New Zealand. This includes teachers who were already employed in New Zealand but left the country and were unable to return to their job due to the border closure and therefore may also be eligible.

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of 22 additional skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL).

Extension to Working Holiday Visas and Supplementary Season Employment Visas

Recently the Government announced that the Australian Superannuation Guarantee will increase from 9.5% to 10% on 1 July 2021

International borders will remain closed until at least mid-2022 therefore the impact of the recent budget announcement is relatively small for migrants wishing to live, work or study in Australia.

Permanent or provisional family visa holders who want to travel to Australia but their Initial Entry Date (first entry date) has passed (or will pass within the next 3 months), may still be able to enter Australia by completing a Travel Facilitation Letter.

The Australian Government has made major changes to student visa conditions, providing more flexibility to support Australia’s tourism and hospitality sector.

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Following the Australian Government’s 2024 Budget announcement, significant updates to migration policies include revisions to the Permanent Migration Programme, new visa categories, and reforms aimed at boosting system efficiency, integrity,
TOEFL iBT Reaccepted for Australian Visa Applications
The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the reacceptance of TOEFL iBT scores for visa and migration purposes, effective from May 5, 2024.
Civil Contractors
The New Zealand government provides clear pathways for individuals to obtain permanent residency, enabling them to live, study, work, and explore the country freely. Additionally, these pathways offer employers the
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Featured migration story headline to go here

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migration
Following the Australian Government’s 2024 Budget announcement, significant updates to migration policies include revisions to the Permanent Migration Programme, new visa categories, and reforms aimed at boosting system efficiency, integrity,
TOEFL iBT Reaccepted for Australian Visa Applications
The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the reacceptance of TOEFL iBT scores for visa and migration purposes, effective from May 5, 2024.
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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migration
Following the Australian Government’s 2024 Budget announcement, significant updates to migration policies include revisions to the Permanent Migration Programme, new visa categories, and reforms aimed at boosting system efficiency, integrity,
TOEFL iBT Reaccepted for Australian Visa Applications
The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the reacceptance of TOEFL iBT scores for visa and migration purposes, effective from May 5, 2024.
Civil Contractors
The New Zealand government provides clear pathways for individuals to obtain permanent residency, enabling them to live, study, work, and explore the country freely. Additionally, these pathways offer employers the
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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migration
Following the Australian Government’s 2024 Budget announcement, significant updates to migration policies include revisions to the Permanent Migration Programme, new visa categories, and reforms aimed at boosting system efficiency, integrity,
TOEFL iBT Reaccepted for Australian Visa Applications
The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the reacceptance of TOEFL iBT scores for visa and migration purposes, effective from May 5, 2024.
Civil Contractors
The New Zealand government provides clear pathways for individuals to obtain permanent residency, enabling them to live, study, work, and explore the country freely. Additionally, these pathways offer employers the
The New Zealand government provides clear pathways for individuals to obtain permanent residency, enabling them to live, study, work, and explore the country freely. Additionally, these pathways offer employers the
NZ streamlines residency for overseas secondary teachers. Now eligible for direct application (Straight to Residence) on Green List, reducing barriers and attracting talent to address teacher shortages.
Core Skills Occupations List
The Australian Government’s has drafted a Core Skills Occupations List 2024 aiming to refine migration to meet Australia’s workforce needs.
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Following the Australian Government’s 2024 Budget announcement, significant updates to migration policies include revisions to the Permanent Migration Programme, new visa categories, and reforms aimed at boosting system efficiency, integrity,
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