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With the introduction of the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa due to commence on 16 November 2019, the Skilled Regional (Provisional) (subclass 489) invited pathway visa will be closed to new applications at 11:59 pm on 15 November 2019. Important dates to note: 10 September 2019—last day for intending migrants to receive an …

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Currently a visa applicant and sponsor are assessed almost simultaneously. This enables the visa applicant to obtain a bridging visa to remain in Australia until both are assessed. Soon sponsors will be assessed and approved first, prior to the visa applicant making an application for a visa. Therefore, if the visa applicant is in Australia …

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The focus on regions as well as industries opens up a new pathway for overseas workers looking to come to Australia. Australian regions with niche skills shortages are being earmarked for “boutique” visa deals offered by the Turnbull government, SBS News can reveal. There are already 322 special labour agreements in place with certain businesses …

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NEW Temporary Skill Shortage visa This visa, enables employers to address labour shortages by bringing in genuinely skilled workers where they cannot source an appropriately skilled Australian. It facilitates targeted use of overseas workers to address temporary skill shortages, while ensuring that Australian workers get priority. Visa holders can work in Australia in their nominated …

457 visa closed Now we have the new TSS visa Read More »

18 April 2017 – Turnbull Government announces abolition of the 457 visa and introduction of the new TSS visa 19 April 2017 – Removal of 218 skilled occupations from list of sponsored occupations as well as introduction of two new skilled occupations lists: o    Medium – Long Term Strategic List (MLTSSL) and Short Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) o    Changes to …

457 VISA CHANGES Read More »

The visa will cost $5,000 for a three-year visa and $10,000 for a five-year visa, with a single renewal possible for the five-year option  

PARENT AND PARTNER VISA PROGRAM UNDER REVIEW Significant changes are anticipated – maybe mid 2017? If you meet the requirements for either of these visas and are planning to submit your application later this year, it might be worth considering bringing your plans forward? We can help you have this sorted out soon Call us …

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