Latest News, Updates & Information
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7 April 2022
Removal of Age Restrictions for 457 Visa Holders Applying for PR & Third TSS STSOL Visa Applications Introduced
On 31 March 2022, the Minister announced that a new legislative instrument will take effect on 1 July 2022 which will remove the age restrictions for newly defined legacy 457 workers. The...
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28 March 2022
Permanent Residency Pathways for SC482/457 Short-Term Visa Holders
In light of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and business’ and industry’s economic recovery needs, the Australian Government has introduced a new legislative instrument referred to as the Migration (Specified...
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15 December 2021
Entry into Australia without Travel Exemptions and Quarantine Requirements now Permitted for Fully Vaccinated Eligible Visa Holders
From 15 December 2021, fully vaccinated eligible visa holders can travel to Australia without needing to apply for a travel exemption. This includes eligible visa holders in Australia seeking to...
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22 June 2021
Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL) Updated
The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced a further 22 new occupations to be added to the Australian government’s Priority Migration Skilled...
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10 March 2021
Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) Levy FAQs
What is the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) Levy? The Skilling Australians Fund Levy is a contribution to be paid by employers that are sponsoring employees from overseas. The levy is...
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