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New Designated Area Migration Agreement for Western Australia
From 1 July 2024, a new state-wide Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) will be implemented in Western Australia. This initiative aims to tackle the state’s
Business Visitor visa validity extended for ASEAN states and Timor-Leste
At the 2024 ASEAN-Australia Special Summit held in March 2024 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced vital changes aimed at strengthening economic ties and fostering deeper
New Citizenship Application Fees
From 1 July 2024, new citizenship application fees will come into effect. Each year, fees are adjusted based on the consumer price index (CPI). The
Changes to Visa Conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608
From 1 July 2024, significant changes to visa conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608 will take effect. The conditions have been amended in an aim to
Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) to be Discontinued
From 1 July 2024 the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) will be permanently closed, and no new applications for the Business Innovation and Investment
Student Visa Changes – New Restrictions Announced to Curb Visa Hopping
The Australian Government has announced new restrictions aimed at curbing visa hopping. Effective from 1 July 2024, certain temporary visa holders will no longer be
Employer Sponsored Visa Changes – New Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold
Effective from 1 July 2024, the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will increase from $70,000 to $73,150. The TSMIT sets the minimum salary that
Exploring the 2024 Federal Budget: What It Means for Immigration
On 14 May 2024, the Australian Government unveiled its new federal budget, outlining key changes and allocations in various sectors, including immigration. Here’s a breakdown
NEW Student Visa Requirements
Student and Student Guardian Visas Changes – New Financial Capacity Requirement The Australian Government has increased Financial Capacity Requirement for student or student guardian visas,
New Discussion paper released reviewing current Points Test
After the pandemic, global migration patterns have undergone a significant transformation, prompting governments worldwide to reassess their immigration strategies. Australia, renowned for its robust migration
Changes to Employer Sponsored Work Visas – Draft Core Skills Occupation List Unveiled
In December 2023, the Australian Government unveiled a plan to dispense with the current migration system, most notably with the introduction of the Skills in
Navigating Partner Visa Hurdles: Dealing with Criminal Records of Sponsors
Embarking on the journey of obtaining a Partner Visa in Australia comes with its share of challenges, especially when it involves sponsors with a criminal