Australia announced a significant change to its business sponsored subclass 482 visa – soon to be renamed the Skills in Demand Visa. The work experience requirement for 482 visa applicants will be reduced to one year. This adjustment will mark a turning point for employers and skilled workers alike, opening new opportunities for businesses to […]
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The Work Justice Visa, introduced in July 2024 as a two-year pilot program in Australia, aims to tackle significant issues of exploitation and mistreatment in the workplace, particularly for migrant workers. If you’ve experienced workplace exploitation and are committed to seeking justice, the subclass 408 Work Justice Visa allows you to remain in Australia temporarily […]
At the recent Migration Institute of Australia (MIA) National Conference in Brisbane, the Department of Home Affairs shared upcoming changes to Australia’s skilled migration program, focusing on a replacement for the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa. Although retaining its subclass 482 status, the visa will see a name change from Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) to […]
The Australian Government recently revealed its plans for immigration in the upcoming year. It highlighted key changes and allocations that will shape the landscape for skilled workers and families looking to make Australia their home. Our Key Takeaways Importing skills is a necessity – but the housing shortage must not be exacerbated . More places […]
The NSW Government has made some important changes to the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) under Pathway 1. These updates aim to make it easier for skilled workers in regional New South Wales (NSW) to apply for this visa. What’s Changed? Previously, applicants needed to live and work in a designated regional area of […]
In the midst of a skill shortage, how do employers build organizational capability? One way is by harnessing the Subclass 407 Training Visa. The 407 Training Visa allows eligible individuals to come to Australia on a temporary basis to participate in occupational training or professional development. The 407 visa is valid between 6 months and […]
If you’re a business considering sponsoring an employee, understanding Australia’s Skilled Occupation Lists (SOL) is key: they are the first step in establishing your eligibility to sponsor a 482 visa and other skilled visas. What are the Skilled Occupation Lists? Skilled Occupation Lists outline all the occupations that are in demand in Australia and are […]
Australia set up Designated Area Migration Agreements to help regional employers tackle skills shortages. But what are they and how do they help? In a bid to foster regional development and address skill shortages, one of the programs Australia has is the Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA). These agreements are a tool aimed at supporting […]
The 482 visa allows skilled workers to come to Australia and work for an approved business for up to four years. However, if you have a partner, you may be wondering if they can also come with you on your 482 visa. In this article, we will look at the process of 482 visa partner […]
Australia is set to implement long-awaited changes to its skilled migration system which will see benefits many employers – especially regional employers. The new rules extend the range of jobs employers can sponsor for permanent residency. All skilled occupation lists, including the Regional Occupation List, will now have access to the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) […]
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