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Please welcome the newest addition to our team - Jacqueline Ngoc Nguyen and Nicole Ge! 👏

👩🏻‍💻Jacqueline supports the team as a Paralegal who assists in drafting applications and other documents involved in your applications. Nicole sends out invoices and manage the team’s finances ✍️

💗We are proud to have an all-female team who is passionate about their work 💖

No matter what, our team remains committed to supporting you in succeeding in your migration pathway in Australia 🙌

Please welcome the newest addition to our team - Jacqueline Ngoc Nguyen and Nicole Ge! 👏

👩🏻‍💻Jacqueline supports the team as a Paralegal who assists in drating applications and other documents. Nicole sends out invoices and manage the team’s finances ✍️

No matter what, our team remains committed to supporting you in succeeding in your migration pathway in Australia 🙌

Great news for PhD and Master’s (Research) grads!

The age limit for the Post-Higher Education Work visa (Subclass 485) has been scrapped for PhD and Master’s (Research) graduates! These graduates are exempt from the 35 year age limit and can still apply for the 485 visa in the Post-Higher Education Work stream from 1 July 2024, as long as they are under 50 and meet the other requirements.

It is great to see the Department of Home Affairs recognise the value these highly educated professionals bring to Australia. This is indeed positive news for experienced researchers and PhD graduates who can continue to leverage their qualifications and experience to contribute to the Australian workforce.

From May 10, 2024, there will be an adjustment to the financial capacity requirement for Student and Student Guardian visa applicants. This change aims to better reflect the current cost of living in Australia and ensure international students have sufficient funds for a comfortable and secure study experience.

Student visa and changes to financial capacity requirements From May 10, 2024, there will be an adjustment to the financial capacity requirement for Student visa and Student Guardian visa applicants.

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Our office will be closed on Thursday, 25 April due to the ANZAC Public Holiday. We will reopen on Friday, 26 April.

🔔 If you’re considering Victoria’s skilled visa nomination program for 2023/24, the clock is ticking!

Victoria will close to new Registrations of Interest (ROI) on 5pm AEST on Tuesday 23 April 2024.

Victoria has been allocated 3,300 skilled visa places by the Australian Government. So far, about 3,200 of these nominations have been used. Victoria will continue to assess submitted ROIs for any remaining places in the 2023/24 program year.

Australia is currently debating the proposed Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill 2024, which is also known as the Removal Bill. This bill has sparked discussions on how the country should manage immigration. The primary objective of the bill is to simplify the process of removing specific non-citizens from the country. However, many people have criticised the bill for its possible impact on human rights and refugees. The bill is presently under consideration in the Senate.

A Controversial Approach to Immigration - Removal Bill Australia is currently debating the proposed Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill 2024, which is also known as the Removal Bill.

Curious about the latest number of State and Territory nominations issued for 491/190 visas? 🔍

The Department’s recent update shows the number of nominations made by State and Territory governments for visa subclasses 190 and 491 for the month of March 2024. Here’s a snapshot of the data:

🚀 Subclass 190 visa:
ACT: 2
NSW: 662
NT: 4
QLD: 54
SA: 0
TAS: 50
VIC: 299
WA: 92

🚀 Subclass 491 visa:
ACT: 1
NSW: 95
NT: 4
QLD: 47
SA: 117
TAS: 52
VIC: 75
WA: 57

These numbers offer valuable insights into where opportunities may lie for skilled professionals seeking to migrate to Australia. Reach out to us today to find out how we can assist you in navigating your migration journey to Australia!

Happy Easter! May your eggs be golden and your visa approvals come quicker than the Easter bunny’s hop!🐇

Embracing the spirit of Easter, a time to pause, rewind, and cherish the joy of togetherness. 🐣💕

Migration Affairs is excited to launch our pro bono partnership with . Together, we’re committed to providing essential legal support to newly arrived migrants and temporary visa holders in Australia.

Migration Affairs staff will be providing immigration support and advice to clients of the centre fortnightly.

Temporary visa holders often face significant challenges due to their limited knowledge of Australian laws and their rights. Fear of visa cancellation or uncertainty about eligibility often deter them from seeking crucial legal support. The clinic aims to bridge this gap by offering accessible, culturally sensitive migration law advice to those in need.

We look forward to empowering our migrant and temporary visa holder community through this important partnership.

Happy International Women’s Day ! 💜✨

Today, our team had a great time attending an IWD Panel hosted by in Barangaroo! The discussions on inclusion, diversity, and empowerment were truly inspiring.

Engaging with leaders from various backgrounds was enlightening. It sparked meaningful conversations about embracing our uniqueness and working towards a more inclusive future.

This International Women’s Day, we’re honoured to celebrate both the women on our team and the resilience and strength of migrant women worldwide.

We deeply value their brilliance and the diverse perspectives they bring to our community.

Here’s to the incredible women of Migration Affairs and to every woman out there making a positive impact, today and always. ✨💜

Booking a consultation with our expert Australian immigration advisors is easier than ever.

Here’s how it works:
🖱️ Visit our website: Visit our website and click “Book a consultation”
📅 Choose your appointment: Select your preferred date and time, then complete the pre-consultation questionnaire
✨ Book online: Pay online and you are all set to prepare for your consultation

Schedule an initial consultation with our expert Australian immigration advisors for personalised advice tailored to your unique background and needs. Plus, with the flexibility to opt for either a half-hour or one-hour consultation, you can ensure we address all your concerns thoroughly.

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Meet the team at Migration Affairs: Lydia ✨
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Happy Lunar New Year 2024! 🐉🏮

This Year of the Dragon, several members from of our team will be celebrating this special holiday in unique ways. Lunar New Year is a time of renewal and new beginnings in many Asian cultures. Families gather to share in traditional customs, from the lively dragon and lion dances to the delicious feasts filled with symbolic dishes.

To those that celebrate, Migration Affairs wishes you all a year filled with prosperity, happiness, and unity as we embark on the auspicious Year of the Dragon!

🤔 Interesting fact! Did you know that the Dragon is considered one of the most powerful and auspicious signs? People born in the Year of the Dragon are believed to be charismatic, ambitious and natural leaders. Historically, some couples would even try to have children during these years, believing that Dragon babies will be blessed with good luck and success throughout their lives!

A Complete Guide to VETASSESS Skills Assessment

Are you a migration agent or lawyer navigating the complexities of acquiring a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS? Join us for a interesting Migration Institute of Australia seminar led by our Director, Taraneh Arianfar from Migration Affairs.

Seminar Highlights:
📚 Qualification and employment assessments
💼 Occupation groups - real-life examples and case findings
🎓 Understanding qualification and employment criteria
💡 Effective pre-qualification strategies
📑 Compiling compelling evidence
🔍 Practical case studies and interactive Q&A sessions

Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, 29 February 2024
🕛 Time: 12:00pm - 3:15pm AEDT (including a 15-minute break)
📍 Location: Online

CPD Accreditation:
✅ Registered Migration Agents: 3 CPD | Category A
✅ Legal Practitioners: 3 CPD | Substantive Law

Registration Deadline: 29/02/2024 12:00 PM

For more information and to register, visit the link below in our bio!

Starting the day right with a team morning tea 😊☕️

A migration agent or a lawyer can assist with:

✔️ guidance on selecting the suitable visa
✔️ filling out visa application form(s)
✔️ compiling necessary documentation and information for the application(s)
✔️ submitting applications and handling interactions with the relevant government departments on your behalf
✔️ offering advice on complex immigration issues.

Contact us today for more information!

The most recent 189 visa invitation round was on 18 December 2023.

The number of 189 invitations issued were 8,300. Notably, all occupations that received invitations were in the healthcare and teaching sector. A full list of the occupations invited in this round can be found at the Department of Home Affairs' website.

Brainstorming mode: ON 💭🚀

Satisfied clients 🌞

Welcome lunch for my new team member, Lydia! 👏💚

The Pandemic Event visa was introduced in April 2020 to allow temporary migrants, including international students, to stay in Australia while COVID-19 travel restrictions were in place. Now Australia’s borders are open, the Pandemic Event visa is no longer required.

As of 1 February 2024, the Pandemic Event visa will be closed to all applicants. Eligible applicants wishing to apply for the Pandemic Event visa must do so before 1 February 2024.

After a short break, we are back in action! Just a quick reminder that we are back today. Re-energised and ready to support you with your immigration needs! 🤩

According to Australian government’s processing priorities outlined in Ministerial Direction No. 105, certain healthcare occupations will receive priority processing.

These healthcare occupations include:

✅ ANZSCO Sub-major Group 25 - Health Professionals
✅ ANZSCO Minor Group 411 - Health and Welfare Support Workers
✅ ANZSCO Unit Group 2346 - Medical Scientists
✅ ANZSCO Unit Group 2723 - Psychologists
✅ ANZSCO Unit Group 2725 - Social Workers
✅ ANZSCO Unit Group 3112 - Medical Technicians
✅ ANZSCO 423111 - Aged or Disabled Carer
✅ ANZSCO 423312 - Nursing Support Worker
✅ ANZSCO 423313 - Personal Care Assistant.

We wish all our clients, colleagues, and service providers a Happy New Year! May this year bring joy, success, and new opportunities. We can’t wait to work with you again when we reopen on 8 January 2024. 💖

     

Skilled visa applications are processed according to government policy priorities, which are outlined in Ministerial Direction No. 105.

Skilled visa applications are processed in the following order of priority:​

🏡 For employer sponsored visas, visa applications in relation to an occupation to be carried out in a designated regional area.

🏥 Visa applications in relation to a healthcare or teaching occupation.

✅ For employer sponsored visas, visa applications where the applicant is nominated by an Approved sponsor with Accredited Status.

🌐 For permanent and provisional visa subclasses, visa applications that count towards the migration program, excluding the Subclass 188 (Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional)) visa.

🔄 All other visa applications.

Contact Migration Affairs at [email protected] for more information!