New PR pathway for 457 & 482 Visa holders
Visa changes to support 457 & 482 Visa holders The Minister of Immigration announced this week that there will be some positive changes coming for temporary skilled workers looking for a pathway to permanent residency. These changes will benefit skilled workers...
Enter Australia without Travel Exemption
Travel without a Travel Exemption From 1 December 2021, fully vaccinated eligible visa holders can travel to Australia without needing to apply for a travel exemption. Some of the eligible visas include: 482 Visa – Temporary Skill Shortage visa 482 Family Visa 457...
Australia permits S48 barred applicants to apply for skilled visas onshore
Section 48 Bar If you have had a visa cancelled or refused since last arriving in Australia and you are either do not hold a visa (you are unlawful) or you hold a bridging visa, you will likely be ‘section 48 barred’. If you are ‘section 48 barred’ you aren't eligible...
Travel for vaccinated Australians and permanent residents
Travel for vaccinated Australians and permanent residents Fully vaccinated Australian citizens, permanent residents and other visa holders with travel exemptions aged 12 years and over can now travel to and from Australia. When preparing to travel, you should check...
How to Become an Australian Permanent Resident
Do You Want to Get Australian Permanent Residency? Australia is an extremely popular choice for those looking to relocate to a new country, and if you are considering becoming an Australian permanent resident then you are probably already aware that the process...
Inquiry into Australia’s Skilled Migration Program
Inquiry into Australia's Skilled Migration Program In March 2021, The Joint Standing Committee on Migration inquired into and made recommendations on Australia’s skilled migration program. The inquiry found that COVID-19 has had a significant effect on Australia’s...
English Requirement for Partner Visas
New English Language Requirement for Partner Visas The Morrison Government has announced new requirements for partner visa applicants and their sponsors to make 'reasonable efforts' to learn English. Only 13 per cent of residents with no English skills are currently...
17 Occupations Immigration is prioritising right now
Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List The Department of Home Affairs has released The Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL). The Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List aims to support Australia’s economic recovery from COVID-19 by prioritising...