Latest News, Updates & Information
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27 April 2023
TSMIT Increase & PR Pathways for all Short-term TSS 482 Visa Holders
Minister for Home Affairs, Clare O’Neil has today announced that as of 1 July 2023 the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will be increasing from $53,900 to $70,000. This...
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25 April 2023
Australian Citizenship Pathway for NZ Citizens Announced
From 1 July 2023, New Zealand citizens residing in Australia on Subclass 444 Special Category Visa (SCV) will be able to apply directly for citizenship if they have resided in...
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5 April 2023
Family Violence Evidentiary Requirements Amended
The Department recently announced changes to evidence requirements for victims of family and domestic violence seeking visa assistance. The announcement came after Governmental consultation with legal specialists surrounding challenges that...
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21 March 2023
Victoria Fast Tracks SC190 & SC491 for Key Roles
Fast track nomination for health and teaching occupations The Victorian government has advised that fast track nomination is now available for skilled visa candidates with an eligible health, teaching or...
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22 February 2023
Extension of the Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) Post Study Work Rights & Increase to International Student Working Hours
The Australian Federal Government has announced that as of 1 July 2023 international higher education graduates with eligible qualifications will be granted an additional two years of post-study work rights....
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