Migration
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Whether you are a local business or a global conglomerate employing foreign talent, Nevett Ford can help you navigate complex Australian and US immigration law and visa processes, as well as various other challenges of managing an international workforce.
From visa applications to compliance training and relocation advice, our senior immigration lawyers and registered migration agents can support you every step of the way. We can also coordinate immigration law and visa services for other jurisdictions internationally through our network of trusted partners and service providers.
If you seek the services of an immigration lawyer for work visas, sponsorship or appeals, you are in safe hands with Nevett Ford.
OUR MIGRATION SERVICES
Nevett Ford supports and advises businesses on a range of relevant matters in relation to the sponsorship of workers, including, but not limited to, the following:
• Minimum pay rates for skilled workers
• Employment classification according to the national occupation codes (ANZSCO)
• Work rights
• Labour Market Testing requirements
• Visa conditions
• Employer responsibilities and sponsorship obligations
• Visa pathways for sponsored workers
• Risk assessments
• Compliance advice and strategies.
Benefits Of A Migration Lawyer
Nevett Ford helps businesses and corporations overcome immigration-related challenges associated with managing an international workforce, including:
1. Complexity: Australian and US migration law and visa requirements are strict and complex. We offer centralised management and streamlined processes for a simpler, smoother immigration experience.
2. Cost: We provide strategic visa advice to determine the most cost-effective visa solution and process for employee sponsorship – including assessing the best visa option for the employee to start work as soon as possible.
3. Compliance: Businesses who sponsor employees on visas must comply with a range of strict migration regulations and obligations. We provide comprehensive advice to ensure that clients meet these compliance requirements.
4. Support: We help businesses simplify support for their employees by providing strategic migration law visa services. We can also assist with relocation coordination and advise on remuneration benchmarking and expatriate tax.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hire a foreign employee as an Australian business?
You will need to provide or take over sponsorship for the person that you wish to employ, which enables them to quality for an employer sponsored and nominated visa. However, the sponsorship will only be considered if certain requirements are fulfilled, such as:
- You are an approved sponsor and/or nominator
- The occupation you want is on the eligible skilled occupations list
- You have done Labour Market Testing and can show that you cannot find an Australian to fill the vacancy
- The person being sponsored meets the eligibility criteria for your chosen visa
- The proposed salary for the position must be a minimum of $70,000 per annum plus superannuation.
Contact our migration lawyers in Melbourne for the full process involved in hiring a foreign employee.
What costs must employers bear for employee visa sponsorship in Australia?
You will need to pay various application and compliance fees, including fees to become a Standard Business Sponsor (unless your business is party to a labour agreement), fees for the nomination and visa applications, and fees for applicant health examinations, police certificates and English language tests.
Why should I use a migration lawyer or agent for employer sponsored visas?
There are no refunds of Department fees if your sponsorship or visa application is refused, which makes it important to get the process right the first time.
An experienced migration lawyer can help you streamline your visa application process, make sure you have the correct documentation and information, and even provide compliance training and sponsorship advice, giving you the greatest chance of success.
I need an end-to-end relocation service for my employee. Can you provide that?
Do you only provide immigration services for employees inbound to Australia?
Why Choose Nevett Ford
Decades Of Experience
Our experienced lawyers and agents can handle everything from initial eligibility assessments and application lodgement to visa management and appeals.
Personalised Service
We know that every migration case is unique, which is why we tailor our strategies to fit your individual needs and circumstances.
High Success Rates
Our migration lawyers help you prepare ‘decision-ready’ applications for the best chance of a successful migration application result.
Standard Of Care
We believe in more than just legal representation – we believe in building a partnership with our clients that results in a strong and meaningful bond.
FAST RESPONSE
Our lawyers pride ourselves on being accessible and responsive to calls and emails.
Initial Fixed Cost Consultations
We provide transparent and affordable fees, so clients would know what the process will look like ahead of time.
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