Expected visa reforms in 2018 and beyond!For those who have been following the changes to Australia’s immigration laws and policies over the last 12 months, it will come as no...
Countdown to Christmas begins!The festive season which generally runs for just under two weeks in December is finally here and it’s time for us to celebrate our...
Employer Sponsored Occupation Lists to be updated in JanuaryThere are two occupation lists for Employer Sponsored Migration. The lists are: STSOL- Short term skilled occupation List. This is...
Australia Legalises Same Sex MarriageAustralia just became the 26th country to legalise same sex marriage. The legislation passed by both Houses of Parliament shortly before...
Perth no longer considered regionalThe legislative instrument defining regional postcodes was amended, effective 17th November, with Perth metropolitan area no longer being...
Visa applicants beware, major changes ahead!Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) formalised new migration regulations which will be imposed on certain visa...
Pathways to Permanent ResidencyOur previous updates have covered several major changes to Australian visas and immigration. A lot of further significant reforms are yet...
English Requirements for Employer Sponsored VisasThe English requirement for the primary visa applicant for Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration...
Travelling overseas during the holiday period?The holiday period is fast approaching. If you have overseas travel arranged and have applied for a further visa in Australia, you need...
Departing Australia Superannuation Payment (DASP)For temporary work visa holders preparing to depart Australia on expiry of their visa, a common questions is “how do I claim my...