An easier pathway toward Australian citizenship is now available for New Zealanders
A comprehensive guide for Australia's PR for Hong Kong nationals
These new visa streams have been introduced to facilitate and simplify the process of obtaining permanent residency in Australia for citizens of Hong Kong.
Australia's proposed new visa system
Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) aims to expand the diaspora in Australia, foster stronger people-to-people connections, and promote greater cultural, commercial, and educational interchange.
Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) is now open to residents of Metropolitan Melbourne.
Recently, Victoria made a noteworthy alteration to its skilled visa nomination program for 2022-2023. The state has decided to extend its skilled work regional visa (subclass 491) to include applicants residing and/or employed in metropolitan Melbourne, which will fill the program's remaining spots.
Fast-track nomination is now available in Victoria
The Victorian government is now opening doors for skilled visa candidates with eligible occupations in the health, teaching, or social services fields. As long as they meet the minimum visa requirements, candidates can now enjoy the option for a fast-track nomination.
Important details about Australia's extended post-study work rights
Starting on July 1st, 2023, international graduates with eligible qualifications will be given an additional two-year extension to their post-study work rights. Only those international graduates who have completed select degrees in areas where there is a verified shortage of skilled workers are eligible for an extension.
New PR pathway for 482 TSS visa holders under the medium-term stream
Skilled migrants who were employed in Australia amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, but were prevented from applying for permanent residency due to a stealthy alteration in visa regulations, will now be granted permission to remain.
Increased working hour cap for international students
The Australian government announced that the working hour cap will be reintroduced on 1 July 2023 with an increased rate of 48 hours per fortnight.
17,000 nurses and midwives will be hired complete with government compensation
Due to an anticipated increase in demand, the need for full-time care workers in Australia is expected to double.
Top 3 Australian states that are set to issue more than 10,000 invitations this 2023.
A surge of visa approvals will take place over the next five months, as states struggle to fulfill their assigned quotas.
NSW, planning to scrap two-year work qualifications for teachers to address shortage
Australia currently facing a shortage of teachers, particularly in maths, design and technology, and science. Data from the Herald showed that last year, over 100,000 students in New South Wales were being taught by individuals who needed more expertise in their respective subjects.
Australia’s most in-demand professions in 2023
The Australian Skilled Migration program is the most effective way to secure employment and a work visa. With the current changes in immigration policies, the GSM pathway will be an easy route for any skilled migrants who are planning to permanently work and live in Australia.
Permanent Visa 190 Processing Currently The Main Priority in Queensland
Due to the increasing number of invitations issued for 189 visas, Migration Queensland has been urging lawyers and migration agents to ramp up the registration process of their clients.
NSW Eased Requirements for Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 Visa
The minimum requirements for the skilled nominated visa (subclass) 190 have been removed on the latest update released by the NSW state government.
Australian government is desperately trying to fill skill shortages
Millions more migrants are expected to enter Australia in the years ahead under the permanent migration program. With the current migration plans, the country is determined to make it an easy ride for migrants.
Teachers and nurses see visas processed in 3 days
As we see huge changes in how skilled visas are being processed, applications for teachers and healthcare professionals have now been placed in top priority. We see applications being evaluated in as fast as three days.
Australia 2023 Visa Opportunities You Must Know
Although the new administration has been remarkable in dealing with the immigration issues and problems, they implied with the upcoming changes and improvements that they are not done yet with the job.
Why is now the best time to apply for a Partner visa?
To better assist families to reunite, Partner visas will be granted on a demand driven basis for 2022 - 2023.
The end of a decade-long of neglect: Over 3.4 million visas processed and finalized since the 1st of June 2022
As the new administration took over, we have seen millions of people in the queue which has resulted in skill shortages across Australia. To combat this, the Labor administration allocated a $632 million budget on offshore visa processing alone.
NSW introduces new nomination pathway for Subclass 491 applicants
New South Wales open up the remaining portion of its Subclass 491 nomination places.