The 2023–24 State & Territory nomination allocations have been released by the Australian Government The numbers show a  significant decrease in available slots compared to the previous year. New South Wales and Victoria have the highest allocations because they are the most populated states in Australia. Northern Territory has by far the least places available and the program is currently closed for new applications. Were you planning to apply for a Skilled Visa? What to do now? The 190 + 491 Visas are points-based. Every applicant needs at least 65 points to qualify. However, 65 po ..read more

Dreaming of a new life in Australia? Whether you are a skilled worker, a young professional, or an employer seeking talent – Australia offers a range of work visa options to help you achieve your goals. 189 Skilled Independent Visa The 189 Visa is for skilled workers who do not need to be sponsored by an employer, state or territory, or a member of their immediate family. This visa gives you and all dependents Permanent Residency upon visa approval. This means you get the right to live and work in Australia including access to Medicare (the Australian health care system). The application proc ..read more

Are you ready to advance your career in Australia? Skilled migration may be the best option! Skilled Migration refers to Visa Subclasses 189, 190 and 491. Before you start the process, make sure you meet the requirements!  The Skilled Migrant Visa is intended for individuals who possess in-demand skills and qualifications in Australia. To be eligible for this visa, you need to meet certain criteria, which we outline in more detail below: Check your Occupation First, make sure your profession is listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL). The SOL is a list of occupations that are in high ..read more

7 changes to Australia’s Immigration effective 1 July 2023 1. Higher Income Threshold for Skilled Migration The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) has increased from $53,900 to $70,000 per year. In particular, this is relevant for Employer Sponsored Visas, e.g. 482 TSS and DAMA Visa. 2. Work & Holiday Visa Makers Papua New Guinea (PNG) has officially joined the ranks of countries participating in the Working Holiday Maker (WHM) Program. The age eligibility for UK citizens applying for Subclass 417 has been extended. The previous age range of 18-30 wil ..read more

Are you dreaming about living and working in Australia? Do you feel overwhelmed with the visa application process? You can relax, now that you have found us! We are Immigration Lawyers, Registered Migration Agents and Education Agents. We have over 50 years combined experience in Australian immigration law. The best part: our whole team consists of migrants who have been through the process so we know first hand what it’s like to be in your shoes. We understand the stress and uncertainty that can come with applying for an Australian visa. We have helped thousands of migrants like you and our s ..read more

Are you looking for a promising career path in Australia? If YES, this blog post is for you! We explain the top 20 occupations in demand for each state and territory in the country. The data is based on the 2022 Skills Priority List ratings and other resources which have revealed the fields that offer excellent job prospects and growth opportunities in the coming years. Healthcare, IT, Construction, and Education are sectors that made it to the top of the list. Let’s take a closer look at the key sources of data used in the survey: The 2022 Skills Priority List ratings of current skills short ..read more

Are you a skilled worker looking to take your career to the next level in Australia? As a foreign national, you may face some challenges in the job market, but don’t let that discourage you. With the right strategies and resources, you can increase your chances of landing your dream job and living your best life down under. 6 Strategies to help you land your dream Job in Australia as a Foreign National RESEARCH JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN ADVANCE Before moving to Australia, explore the local work market and hunt for positions that fit your qualifications. You can use job search websites like Seek and ..read more

COVID-19 has caused a lot of disruption in Australia’s immigration and we have been waiting for the release of the Federal Budget 2020-21 to get some clarity and be able to plan for the future. Overall Planning Levels The government will maintain the planning level for 160,000 places this financial year, however the distribution of those places will change. – Family stream places for this year will increase from 47,732 to 77,300 with 72,300 of those being allocated to partner visas; – Business Investment and Innovation Program (BIIP) places have increased to 13,500 places; – Global T ..read more

1 July 2020 is the start of a new financial year. This is also the date when the Australian Department of Home Affairs as well as state Government introduce new immigration laws and regulations. We have summarised the changes to come for the Northern Territory in regards to the state nomination criteria. General information: if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently living interstate, you will not be eligible for the Northern Territory (NT) nomination if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently on a student visa and are currently studying in an ..read more

Australia is suffering from significant workforce shortages in all industries. The Australian Government announced that International Students allowed extra hours in all sectors of the economy. This takes effect immediately for all ongoing students as well as new student arrivals. This means that international students are allowed to work more than 40 hours a fortnight in any sector of the economy. This also includes secondary applicants, e.g. partners. New student visa arrivals are allowed to commence a job prior to course commencement. This means that international students and their depende ..read more