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As of 1 July, several significant changes to Australia’s visa policies have come into effect, impacting various visa categories and application processes. Here’s a comprehensive overview:

Update on Australian Visa Changes Effective from 1 July 2024 As of 1 July, several significant changes to Australia's visa policies have come into effect, impacting various visa categories and application processes. These updates are crucial for individuals planning to work, study, or migrate to Australia, and it's essential to understand how these changes ma...

Expanding Employer Sponsored Pathways to Permanent Residence (PR) from 25 November 2023.

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Upcoming Australian DHA Immigration Visa Fee Increases 2023 The Department of Home Affairs has decided to raise the Visa Application Charges (VACs) by varying percentages, depending on the visa subclass. The changes will take effect from 1st July 2023 onwards.

Need help with your Australian Partner Visa application? Our guide offers tips on navigating the process and increasing your chances of success, from understanding the requirements to gathering documents and working with an experienced migration lawyer.

Find out more in our latest post.

Successfully Navigating the Australian Partner Visa Process: A Guide for Prospective Migrants Need help with your Australian Partner Visa application? Our guide offers tips on navigating the process and increasing your chances of success, from understanding the requirements to gathering documents and working with an experienced migration lawyer.

Read our latest post to find out more about upcoming changes to Australian Visas.

News: Upcoming Updates to Australian Visas for 2023 - 2024 | Point Migration Agency The Australian migration system is undergoing major changes following a scathing review. The reforms aim to create a more targeted and efficient system while reducing the risk of exploitation and creating a

https://www.education.gov.au/extended-poststudy-work-rights-international-graduates

Extended post-study work rights for international graduates - Department of Education, Australian Government From 1 July 2023, international higher education graduates with eligible qualifications will be granted an extra two years of post-study work rights. The allowable work hours cap for international students will be increased from 40 hours to 48 hours per fortnight.

Labor plans fix for ‘broken’ migration system

Labor plans fix for ‘broken’ migration system Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil wants to cut red tape, such as forcing employers to advertise jobs locally, as part of a pro-business shake-up.

Ministers for the Department of Home Affairs Website Minister for Home Affairs, Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, Minister for Emergency Management.​​​

Addressing skills shortages in key industries and rebuilding the international education sector.

Ministers for the Department of Home Affairs Website Minister for Home Affairs, Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, Minister for Emergency Management.​​​

Throughout January 2022, the Australian government announced a number of concessions for Student (Subclass 500), Graduate (Subclass 485) and Working Holiday Maker visa holders to help support Australia’s COVID-19 impacted economy.

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https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/AlexHawke/Pages/visa-changes-to-support-the-reopening-of-australia.aspx

Visa changes to support the reopening of Australia and our economic recovery ​The Morrison Government is making it easier for highly skilled migrants to remain in Australia and to continue working in critical sectors as Australia’s economic recovery continues.

The LIV has been working extensively with the relevant LIV legal policy sections, subject matter experts and has considered direct feedback from the broader membership to prepare this Position Paper on the Public Health and Wellbeing (Pandemic Management) Bill 2021.

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You can read our submission here: https://bit.ly/3c3dDKa.

From 13th November people affected by a s48 refusal will now be able to lodge an ONSHORE application for a Subclass 190, 491 or 494 visa.

According to Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2021 Measures No. 2) Regulations 2021 Schedule 1, applicants who have been refused a visa or had a visa cancelled while in Australia and are barred by section 48 of the Migration Act from applying for a visa other than a prescribed visa while remaining in Australia may make an application in Australia. This amendment makes it easier to apply for a visa in Australia for applicants who are unable to leave due to COVID-19-related travel restrictions but meet all other conditions.

The visas that can now be lodged are:
491 Visa - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
494 Visa - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa
190 Visa - Skilled Nominated visa

Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2021 Measures No. 2) Regulations 2021 F2021L01483

Temporary relaxation of working hours for student visa holders The following entities have been approved to access temporary relaxation of working hours for student visa holders.

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Australian partner and family visa changes announced so applicants don’t have to fly offshore during the pandemic — SBS News The federal government has announced visa rule concessions so that applicants don’t have to leave the country to apply for certain visas during the pandemic.

South Australia changes DAMA's program to include occupations in health care, manufacturing, high-tech sectors, agribusiness and food production.

DAMA program changes | Move to South Australia Skilled & Business Migration would like to advise that following the first annual review, the Australian Government has agreed to significant changes to South Australia’s two Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs). DAMA Occupation List South Australia has secured a range of new occupations u...

Further announcements have been made by the Australian Government today regarding the changes to the Partner Visa program, flagging that the English language requirement for visa applicants may take effect by middle of 2021.

Breaking: Update on Partner Visa Changes and When Changes May Take Effect Government Announces Further Information About Partner Visa Changes: English requirement applies at PR stage, option to take 500 hours of English classes

❗️ANNOUNCEMENT FOR VICTORIAN STUDENTS: The International Student Emergency Relief Fund will provide a payment of up to A$1,100 for vulnerable international students who have lost their job or had a significant reduction to their employment and are facing financial hardship as a result of coronavirus (COVID-19)

Find out more in this article:

International Student Emergency Relief Fund The Victorian Government has announced a $45 million International Student Emergency Relief Fund for international students facing financial hardship as a result of coronavirus.

RMA Industry Petition Announced:
State funds for Australian temporary visa holders with financial hardship

Happening now in Wollert, Australia State funds for Australian temporary visa holders with financial hardship. 38 signatures are still needed!

❗️Emergency assistance for Temporary Visa holders from Red Cross Australia❗️

Red Cross have announced on their website that they will be receiving funding from the Australian Government to help deliver emergency relief to those here on Temporary Visas who have no way to support themselves.

For more details and to apply, click the link below.

Help for migrants in transition Important message for people on temporary visas

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Due to the current Pandemic status of COVID-19, the Department of Home Affairs has announced some important updates to the Temporary Activity Subclass 408 visa. Find out more below:

Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) update: COVID-19 Pandemic event | Point Migration Agency The (DHA) announced on the 5th April 2020 updates to the Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408), in response to the current coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic.