Migration

As part of the Australia-Un​ited Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (Australia-UK FTA)​​, individuals holding a passport from the United Kingdom (‘UK’) have access to a more stable working arrangement  in Australia through the Working Holiday Visa (‘WHV’) program. From 1...

Australia and India have forged a new path of collaboration through a Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement in the form of the recently announced Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early – professionals Scheme (MATES). This groundbreaking initiative aims to...

VETASSESS  resumed taking new Pathway 1 skills assessment applications for the occupation of Plumber (General), ANZSCO code 334111, on Monday, February 12. Last September 2023, VETASSESS  paused acceptance of new Pathway 1 applications for Plumber (General) because...

The New South Wales Government in Australia has opened its Skilled Work Regional Subclass 491 program under Pathway 1: applying directly to Investment NSW if the applicant has an established work history with a regional NSW-based employer. The stated aim of this...

In a significant shift, the Federal government has finally acknowledged the pivotal role played by regional based employers in the country’s growth. Recognising the vital contribution of the regional sector and the potential of migration to revitalise communities, the...

In December 2023, the Australian Government released a series of significant planned reforms in Australia’s migration system in order to meet the future needs of the country. These are coined as the ‘Migration Strategy’. The Migration strategy is based around skilled...

Labour market testing, or what is more commonly known as LMT, refers to the process in which employers are required to demonstrate that no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is available and suitable to fill a particular position within their business...

From 25 November 2023, there has been a significant Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHA) policy change for subclass 485 visa applications. The DHA has announced the end of the COVID-19 concession period and posted a revised policy on its website. Notably,...

By 31 December 2023 all Working Holiday visa holders (subclass 417) and Work and Holiday visa holders (subclass 462) who have been working for their existing employer for 6 months must move jobs. We recommend visa holders and employer start making plans for this...

A number of positive changes are finally here for overseas workers in Australia. From 25 November 2023, TSS subclass 482 and 457 visa holders now have access to permanent residency via the subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) visa regardless of their visa...

The Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa program consists of two categories: the Working Holiday (subclass 417) and the Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visas. Individuals holding these visa subclasses are collectively known as Working Holiday Makers (WHMs). The primary...

On November 8th, the High Court of Australia delivered a ground-breaking verdict declaring indefinite immigration detention as illegal. This ruling, overturning a twenty year old practice initiated by the previous coalition government, has set off a series of hurried...

Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Subclass 482 Visa to Permanent Residency The Australian Department of Home Affairs has confirmed that on 25 November 2023 there will be changes implemented to the employer-sponsored permanent residency program. After the Employer...

  Features This pathway is for migrants who are currently living and operating a small business in regional Queensland. You must have an occupation that is on the Medium Long Terms Skills Strategic List (MLTSSL), the Short Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) or...

The Australian Department of Home Affairs (Immigration) has confirmed its commitment to supporting those impacted by the continuing conflict in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. The Department has already processed visa applications from people impacted...

States and Territories - Nominations status - The visa program places for the Australian States and Territories nomination programs have been reduced for the 2023-24 program year.  There are variations in the way each State or Territory authority is handling its...

  Love knows no boundaries and, for many people, it transcends borders. If you've found the love of your life in Australia, you might be considering taking the next step and moving to Australia to be with your partner. Deciding which partner visa pathway best...

Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot : A new visa pathway for UK nationals As part of its commitment to implementing the terms of the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement the Australian government has unveiled a new visa program for UK nationals called the...

Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has provided an update on the skills assessment requirements for electricians.  This information was prepared following the recent discovery of potential migrant electricians being provided incorrect information about qualifications...

In January of this year, the Government enlisted Christine Nixon,  former Chief Commissioner of Victorian Police, to conduct a Rapid Review of Australia’s Visa System. The recently announced findings are poised to bring substantial changes to parts of our migration...