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New Extended Grace Period for Temporary Residents Seeking New Sponsors in Australia

by | Jul 17, 2024 | Migration

Good news for temporary residents in Australia who need to find new sponsoring employers after their employment ends is that from July 1, 2024, the time allowed to make alternate arrangements has been increased.

 

Key changes:

  • Eligible persons will have more time to find a new sponsor, apply for a different visa, or arrange their departure from Australia,
  • New time-limits are:
    • Up to 180 days at a time, or
    • A maximum of 365 days in total across the entire visa grant period.

 

Eligibility:

  • These changes apply to current visa holders and those granted visas on or after July 1, 2024,
  • Eligible visa categories include:
    • Temporary Work (Skilled) (SC457)
    • Temporary Skill Shortage (SC 482)
    • Skill Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) (SE 494)

 

Visa holders can work for other employers within the time limits mentioned above.

 

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