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21
Apr
2017
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Skilled Occupations list changes as of 19 April 2017

The government has announced significant changes in relation to eligible occupations for temporary and permanent migration. The CSOL and SOL lists have been replaced with the lists below. Please note: if your occupation does not appear… Read More »

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21
Apr
2016
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Major changes coming up for student visas

From 1 July 2016 the current SVP (Streamlined visa processing) and non SVP programs will be merged with the SSVF (simplified student visa framework). The current student visa subclasses will no longer apply eg 570,571,572,573… Read More »

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21
Apr
2016
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Planned changes to skilled occupation lists

Normally Immigration updates occupations in July each year and decides whether certain occupations should remain or be removed from the skilled occupations list. Industry organisations, employee representatives as well as trade and professional organisations have… Read More »

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30
Jul
2015
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Occupation Lists released for SA

Immigration SA (South Australia) has published their occupation lists before all other states which is shown below: All ICT occupations are available for sponsorship. Registered Nurses/ Enrolled Nurses are available for sponsorship. Mining and Oil… Read More »

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7
Jul
2015
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Immigration Budget highlights

Immigration budget highlights for 2015-2016 include the following: Students The number of international students in Australia is set to increase from 88,200 in 2014 to 139,300 in 2017-18, following the introduction of new visa streamlining measures… Read More »

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2
Jun
2015
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New English Language tests accepted

As of 23 November 2014 new legislation will apply for English tests. For applications lodged before 1 July 2012 – no change, IELTS and OET test results accepted For applications lodged after 1 July 2012… Read More »

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18
May
2015
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Visa application charge increasing

Following the release of the Federal Budget, the Department has announced for 2015-16, the increases in visa

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23
Apr
2015
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Changes to the 457 visa!

Temporary Work Skilled visa (subclass 457) The 457 visa allows a skilled worker to live and work in Australia in their nominated skilled occupation for an approved sponsoring employer for up to four years. The… Read More »

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1
Mar
2015
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From Student to Partner visa

A number of clients have asked whether it is possible to work full-time whilst a Partner visa is being processed. A Bridging Visa A (BVA) is granted as soon as the Partner visa application is… Read More »

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1
Mar
2015
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Regional Sponsored Migration offers greater flexibility for migration

If you don’t meet requirements for a Skilled visa or find it challenging to pass a skills assessment, the RSMS visa may be the best option for you. For this visa you must find a… Read More »