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8 April 2021
Proposed changes to Australia’s skilled migration program
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted migration to Australia due to the international travel restrictions and border closures with over 500,000 temporary visa holders leaving Australia. As the next phase...
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23 March 2021
Travel Restriction to NZ for AU citizens & Permanent Residents lifted
The Australian Government has lifted the travel restriction on Australian citizens and permanent residents travelling to New Zealand. The Commonwealth Chief Medical Officer/Director of Human Biosecurity has determined that persons...
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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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3 March 2021
Global Talent Independent (GTI) – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Global Talent Independent (GTI) Visa Program? The Global Talent Visa Program is also referred to as the Global Talent Independent Program (GTI Program) is a streamlined visa...
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1 March 2021
New SC408 COVID-19 ‘Visa’ Stream Announced
The Department of Home Affairs has announced by way of legislative instrument a new approved ‘event’ of the SC408 visa known as ‘Post COVID-19 Economic Recovery Event’. This visa will...
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