Specified Work for 2nd and 3rd Working Holiday Makers
Working holiday makers (WHM) who hold a subclass 417 or 462 are required to undertake specified work in specified areas of Australia to be eligible for a second and third WHM visa. The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has added more specified areas and work to qualify...
The Covid-19 Pandemic Visa – Extended eligibility criteria now in effect
The pandemic continues to affect onshore temporary visa-holders and their ability to meet visa criteria for subsequent applications. As a result of this, alongside national labour shortages, the Government extended the COVID-19 Pandemic (Subclass 408) Visa to those...
The New Australian Agriculture Visa Program
The success of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme encouraged the government to provide a new addition called the Australian Agriculture Visa Program (AAV). This is a new visa stream that will be offered under the existing Temporary Work (International...
Australian Immigration Law Update – Permanent Residency Visa Pathways for ‘Short-Term’ visa holder employees
New legislation has now been released outlining the pathway to permanent residency for certain ‘Short-Term’ Subclass 482 Temporary Skills Shortage and 457 Temporary Work (Skilled) visa holders, as well as an extension of the ‘grandfathering’ arrangements. New Pathway...
Federal Budget Updates for Migration 2022-23
The federal government announced the 2022-23 budget on Tuesday this week and announced the migration planning levels for the year. The government noted the impact of closed borders on Australia’s workforce shortages. We understand that the government intends to invest...
The war in Ukraine – Australia’s visa response to the crisis
Since 2014, tensions have continued to rise in Eastern Europe leading to the final tipping point the world is witnessing today. On 24 February 2022, Russia ordered troops into its neighbouring country Ukraine, seeking its de-militarisation over security concerns of...
Business Innovation and Investment Program (“BIIP”)
The BIIP has two (2) visa categories, namely, The Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 188) (“the 188 Visa”). The Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 888) (“the 888 Visa”). The 188 Visa The 188 Visa is a provisional...
Migration Updates – February 2022
The migration industry has seen interesting changes in the last 2 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and February was no different. Below are some updates from the Department of Home Affairs in relation to skilled workers. Temporary Employer Sponsored Visas - STSOL...
Enhanced Visa Pathways For Short-Term TSS 482 Visa Holders
The Government is making it easier for highly skilled migrants to remain in Australia and to continue working in critical sectors as Australia’s road to post-pandemic economic recovery continues. Due to the unprecedented labour shortages across Australia, the...
Reopening of Australian Borders
On Monday 7 February 2022 the Australian Prime Minister announced in a joint media statement that the Australian borders will officially be reopened on 21 February 2022. Since COVID-19 forced Australia’s border closure in early 2020, tourism and migration have...
Australian Immigration Law Update: Temporary Changes To Visa Work Conditions For Students & Working Holiday Makers
To assist with Australia’s COVID-19 recovery, the Australian Government is providing an incentive for Student and Working Holiday Maker visa holders to return to Australia as soon as possible to help address current workforce shortages. Any Student visa holder who is...
18 March 2022 – Expiration Of Subclass 457 Visa Transitional Arrangement
In 2017, the Department of Home Affairs introduced a new employer sponsored visa, the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) – subclass 482 visa to replace the existing subclass 457 visa. This move left a cohort of subclass 457 visa holders which were previously eligible for...
Travel Waiver Exemptions – Request A Review
The Australian Border Force (ABF) Commissioner has introduced a new appeal process and it is possible to seek review a refused travel waiver exemption application. If the ABF refuse your request for a travel exemption, you can apply to the Department for a review. You...
Australian Entry Requirements For Unvaccinated Travellers
All temporary visa holders, as well as Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents, must apply for a travel exemption to enter Australia. If granted, travellers must adhere to strict entry requirements upon their arrival, which includes evidence of their vaccination...
Australian Borders Are Re-Opening For International Skilled Workers And Students From 1 December 2021
The Australian Government has announced that Australian borders will reopen 1 December 2021 by providing new arrangements for eligible visa holders. The Department of Home Affairs has released a broad list of fully-vaccinated visa holders that are eligible for travel...
Australian Immigration Law Update: How Does International Travel Work Now Australian Borders Are Opening?
PLEASE NOTE: This information contained herein is valid as at 1 November 2021. Please contact Nevett Ford Lawyers for specific advice and assistance as the situation regarding travel requirements is changing rapidly. Who can enter Australia? Currently, only...
Travel Exemptions for Parents to Travel to Australia – Open From 1 November 2021
THE HON KAREN ANDREWS Member of Australian Parliament has announced today that Parents can now apply for a travel exemption, for travel to Australia from 1 November 2021 All international travellers remain subject to state and territory quarantine arrangements....
Eased Border Restrictions To Take Effect By November 2021
Several announcements have been made regarding the easing of Australian border restrictions in recent weeks. These announcements apply to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents, as well as temporary visa holders who have not been able to return to Australia...
Australian Immigration Law Update: Longer Visitor Visa (Tourist Stream) for Parents of Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents
Parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents are able to apply for a Visitor visa (subclass 600) to visit Australia for a longer period. This allows parents who meet the criteria for a Visitor visa to have regular extended visits with their family in...
Federal Government Attempts To Overturn High Court Ruling
In February 2020 in the case of Love and Thoms, the High Court of Australia (HCA) ruled by a majority of four judges to three, that persons deemed to be Aboriginal Australians cannot be 'aliens' and therefore cannot be deported. This was an important decision in...
Australian Immigration Law Update – South Australia – 70 Occupations For Offshore Applicants Open
The South Australian Government will open 70 new occupations for migration to Australia to offshore candidates from 28 September 2021. The minimum requirements for state nomination include at least 8 years work experience in the occupation or closely related...
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