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
Temporary visa holders given welfare support
There are 2.3 million temporary visa holders residing in Australia, and during the current coronavirus crisis many are unable to work
Business obligations for managing overseas workers during COVID-19
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.
Are travel bans working to control the Coronavirus outside China and how concerned should you be?
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
The Coronavirus continues to impact travel and visa applicants
On Monday the World Health Organization (WHO) warned that the coronavirus has the potential to become a pandemic and countries should be prepared to deal with that possibility.
Novel Coronavirus travel restriction update
Australia will deny entry to anyone who has left or transited mainland China within the previous 14 days, with the exception of:
Changes to English language requirements for Subclass 186 visa applicants
Investment opportunities in New Zealand continue to grow as the New Zealand Government target businesses, investors and entrepreneurs as they focus on rebuilding their economy through investment and immigration.
Immigration New Zealand Announce Changes to Talent Work Visa
The New Zealand Government has announced some changes to Temporary Work visas that will modify how businesses employ foreign workers. The developments include the introduction of a new employer accreditation, a single temporary work visa, and a new employer-led system.
Australia and Vietnam’s Relationship Strengthens
Investment opportunities in New Zealand continue to grow as the New Zealand Government target businesses, investors and entrepreneurs as they focus on rebuilding their economy through investment and immigration.
Push Towards Regional Migration
The New Zealand Government has announced the introduction of border exceptions for families of some temporary visa holders. From 30 April 2021, partners and children, who are currently outside New Zealand, may be eligible to travel to the country under this border exception.
Changes Made to Health Requirements
Investment opportunities in New Zealand continue to grow as the New Zealand Government target businesses, investors and entrepreneurs as they focus on rebuilding their economy through investment and immigration.
We welcome the news today that the Government has announced the ‘2021 Resident Visa’. This is a one-off visa, simplifying the pathway to residency for approximately 165,000 migrants who are currently in New Zealand.
