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Expanding Employer Sponsored Pathways to Permanent Residence

November 10, 2023
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Immigration policy changes from 25 November 2023 – Fantastic news for 457/482 visa holders
1.Short term TSS  2-year 482 visa holders can renew their visas onshore. Previously, a 482 visa can only be renewed one time onshore. From 25 November 2023, 482 visa holders can apply […]

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Federal Budget 2023-24 – Immigration Summary

May 12, 2023
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The Federal Budget for the fiscal year 2023-24, was released on May 9, 2023. The budget includes various announcements related to the Department of Home Affairs portfolio and the migration program.

Here are the key highlights:

Migration Planning Levels: The migration planning level for 2023-24 will […]

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New direct pathway to Australian citizenship for NZ citizens

April 27, 2023
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On 21 April 2023, Australian Prime Minister announced a new Direct pathway to Australian citizenship for New Zealand citizens:

New Zealand citizens who hold sc444 visa ( SCV ) and have lived in Australia for at least four years will be able to apply directly for Australian citizenship.

This means […]

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Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) now open to metropolitan Melbourne applicants

March 22, 2023
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Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) now open to metropolitan Melbourne applicants.

The Victorian government has advised that onshore Candidates that Onshore candidates that are living and/or working in metropolitan Melbourne are now eligible to submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) for a Skilled […]

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