Migration Policy News
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Migration Policy Changes Create State Based Competition Over Healthcare Workers and Changes to Occupation Lists
The Australian healthcare system needs to be prepared to service our communities and reducing these visa criteria is just one of the strategies being implemented to increase recruitment to the …
Temporary Visa Workers 457 & 482, JobKeeper and JobSeeker - The Impact of Coronavirus COVID-19.
In this article, we have sought to break this down and simplify the answers to some common questions you might have. Stand-Downs: Can I stand down my 457 and 482 Temporary Visa Holder workers? …
Can I Get JobKeeper or Jobseeker Payments During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
As the Federal Government rolls out stimulus packages and makes continual announcements, you will need to watch this space for updates. As an employer, you will be faced with the most difficult …
COVID-19 - My Australian Visa Has Expired and I Don't Know What to Do!
The Australian Government has introduced a new stream for people whose visas have expired or are about to expire. The temporary visa subclass 408 is no eligible to Visa Applicant’s whose visa was held …
3 New Visas for Innovation: The Global Talent Visa Program now includes priority processing for permanent Visas
If you think you might be eligible to apply for a GTI, take 5 minutes to complete our free online GTI assessment form. Our lawyers and registered migration agents will assess your eligibility and get …
Coronavirus: How will COVID-19 affect Australian Immigration Practice and Policy? Students, skilled workers, Business, Families?
1.Travel Bans affecting International Students, Partners and more From 9pm AEDT 20 March 2020, only Australian citizens, residents and immediate family members can travel to Australia. All travellers …
Australian Partner Visas and the Effects of COVID-19 “Coronavirus” - FAQS
As of 20 March 2020, travellers from all countries will be banned from entering Australia. There are some exemptions for some people to travel, as listed below. Exemptions apply to: • Australian …
491 Visa (Skilled Regional) Nomination and Application Success
Living and Working in Regional Australia What areas are regional for the 491 visa? The regional areas for the 491 visa are all of Australia excluding Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. This is assessed …
2020 Australian Partner Visa Processing Times
Here’s a quick snapshot of the current statistics: Total number of applicants in backlog up from 190,000 to 245,000. 90% of 801 cases finalised up from 337 to 768 days. 309 annual lodgements down …
Changes to Working Holiday Makers Program Allow Backpackers to Help Bushfire Recovery
What are the changes for working holiday visas for Australia? Working Holiday (subclass 417) and Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa applicants and visa holders can now count volunteer work in …