English Language Visa Requirements (IELTS) EXPLAINED – 2021
As English is the primary language spoken in Australia, it is an important aspect of the visa application process and there is a minimum standard that needs to be met
Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) Visas – Second Regional visas & COVID concession offshore applications
The department have announced two new and exciting changes to the Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) Visas to make the application process more favourable during COVID19.
Applying for a Permanent Parent Visa – Reuniting families in Australia
Permanent Parent Visas are a great visa option for Australian Residents and Citizens with parents of foreign residence looking to relocate their loved ones.
Updated: NSW Skilled Occupation Lists – Subclass 190 & Subclass 491
NSW has officially announced the updated skilled occupation lists for the Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (Subclass 190) and the Skilled Work Regional visa (Subclass 491).
Evidence of your relationship – Applying for 820/801 Partner Visa in Australia
The Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) is an onshore visa, therefore you must be in Australia at the time of application. This particular visa requires a significant amount of evidence in order to prove that you are in “a genuine and continuing relationship” with your partner.
New COVID visa waiver – ‘offshore grant requirement’
For most offshore visa's, there is a requirement for the applicant to be outside of Australia at the time of grant. The Department has just announced that this requirement will be waived for certain family visa applicants.
Global Talent Independent Visa (GTI)
The program was introduced in order to attract highly talented individuals who are at the top of their field in high growth industries. It is a streamlined visa pathway for highly skilled professionals to work and live permanently in Australia.
Good News! Special arrangements for COVID affected Visa holders
New transitional arrangements for COVID affected visa holders - Subclass [...]
Departing Australia during COVID 19 – Restrictions and Exemptions
Due to the current COVID 19 pandemic, Australia is encouraging all international visitors to return home. We understand this can be challenging with the limit on departing flights so we are doing our best to establish the most convenient and straight-forward options.
Labour Market Testing: Requirements for employers – 11 November 2020
For all 482 and 494 nominations lodged on or after 30th September 2020 all nominated positions must be advertised on the Governments Job Active website. This is a free online jobs website. This measure "ensures that appropriately skilled Australian citizens and permanent residents are given work opportunities before overseas workers when a business has a vacancy".
