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When migrating to Australia, one of the crucial considerations would be to choose a right professional to look after your visa applications. This consideration would be more serious when you hear a struggle that a family has had to go through with a negligent migration agent for their partner visa application. This family is now …
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An Australian visitor visa allows individuals to travel to Australia for tourism or business purposes for a period of up to 12 months. Whilst it has other subclasses, such as Subclass 601 Eletronic Travel Authority and Subclass 651 eVisitor, it generally refers to a Subclass 600 Visitor visa. There had been a long delay …
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The restrictions that had been imposed in response to the Covid have been easing significantly with overseas migrants are returning to Australia at a great scale. Nevertheless, a chronic labour shortage remains a huge challenge to our Australian workforce. Key Statistics Overseas migration 2021-22 – net gain of 170,900 people Migrant arrivals increased 171% …
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New Changes to Skilled Visa Priority On October 28, 2022, the Minister of Immigration officially announced that it would streamline the visa application consideration process and expedite the processing of high-priority applications. All visa applications are processed according to the “Order of Considerations” established by the Department Home Affairs. To facilitate more efficiency, the …
One of the inherent visa conditions for Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visas is Condition 8607, which restricts the visa holder to engage in approved work for the sponsoring employer only. Despite the general condition, medical occupations are usually offered an exemption to this condition, and as such are able to be employed by multiple …
You can become an Australian citizen through various channels, including: By Conferral; By Descent; By Adoption; or By Resuming Citizenship Becoming an Australian Citizen by Conferral There are a number of ways that a person may be able to become an Australian citizen by conferral. These relate to: Permanent Residents; Eligible New Zealand Citizens; Persons …
Subclass 600 Visitor Visa applications are usually lodged by those who are not eligible for Subclass 601 Electronic Travel Authority or Subclass 651 eVisitor, or those seeking extended periods of stay in Australia beyond the periods allowed by the Subclass 601 or 651 visas. A Subclass 600 visa has the following streams: Tourist Stream Sponsored …
Visa cancellations and refusals can occur under many different circumstances and for many reasons. Among one of the most common reasons is the exercise of section 501 of the Migration Act 1958 (Cth), which allows a visa to be cancelled or refused on character grounds, typically relating to criminal offences, though not exclusively. For further …
The Australian Government has announced plans to significantly loosen restrictions on international arrivals as of 1 December 2021. Under the new rules, fully vaccinated holders of proscribed visas will be allowed to travel to Australia. For further details, please submit your inquiry on our website. Conditions of Entry 2021 To qualify for entry into …
The Australian Government introduced special migration pathways and concessions for Hong Kong passport holders, whether HKSAR or British National (Overseas) passports, in response to the political situation within the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR). Temporary Visa Concessions for HK Nationals 457 Hong Kong Stream 482 Hong Kong Stream 485 Hong Kong Stream Subclass …
The right of a non-citizen to reside in Australia is recognized by the Australian government as a privilege, and as such, certain expectations are imposed upon visa holders. Of particular concern to the Australian community relates to criminal conduct by visa holders. In response to this concern, the Department of Home Affairs is given significant …
With yet another humanitarian crisis looming in the wake of the apparent reestablishment of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, many are looking to Australia as a potential destination of refuge. Whilst Australia commits to protecting vulnerable persons and upholding its responsibilities under the 1951 Refugee convention, the precise legal framework for refugee migration associated with …
Are you planning to visit Australia? Whether your visit is for studies, work or permanent migration, it is important that you follow the set procedures. If you are looking for a professional agency whom you can trust, you are in the right place. Here is the top agency by the cities: Adelaide Brisbane Darwin Perth …
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Click to download the up-to-date Form 80. Form-filling is a near-universal feature of the visa application process. When completing any form associated with a visa application, it is crucial that all questions are completed in a truthful and comprehensive manner. Should be stuck, please do not hesitate to contact us for help! Misinterpretation of a …
Australia offers many great advantages as a new home for you and your family, from ease of doing business to estate planning.
The exemption from Australia Government gives SHEV holders a clear pathway to permanent residency that can be worked towards.
A significant health condition does not need to derail your application. Find out what you need to know.
The pandemic has hit Australia hard, but fortunately things may be getting a little easier for Australia’s migrants.
It’s never too early to start considering your Australian migration options.
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Australian migration laws are complex, and small mistakes can lead to a refusal. Find out how our lawyers can help.
The borders may seem closed, but Australia is still looking for migrants during this pandemic period!
What privileges come with Australian permanent residency? What separates a permanent resident from a citizen?
Do citizens of Hong Kong qualify for refugee status? We take a closer look at this hot button issue.
The AAT’s migration workload is on the rise. We ask why and consider what can be done to fix it.
How does the Department determine if someone’s a refugee in Australia? Find out by reference to some recent cases!
Bridging visas have been pleased in the media crosshairs once again. Is there really any cause for concern?
Subclass 408 COVID Visa – Pandemic Event In Australia; and Unable to depart Australia as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; and Either the holders of a temporary visa that is 28 days or less from ceasing to be in effect, or were the holders of temporary visas that ceased to be in effect not …
