The Department of Home Affairs has unveiled new regulations for the Skills in Demand (SID) visa, which will replace the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa under the same subclass number (482) from December 7, 2024.
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Avoid these common mistakes when applying for an Australian visa to improve your chances of success. From submitting the correct documents to meeting visa criteria, this guide highlights the top errors to avoid so you can navigate the application process smoothly.
As of 1 July, several significant changes to Australia’s visa policies have come into effect, impacting various visa categories and application processes. These updates are crucial for individuals planning to work, study, or migrate to Australia, and it’s essential to understand how these changes may affect you or your clients.
Stay updated on recent changes to Australia’s skilled migration program. This summary provides insights into modifications made to immigration regulations, including the fast-tracking of the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement, increase in visa application charges, changes to Australian citizenship eligibility for New Zealand citizens, visa implications for SCV holders, the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) increase, expanded pathways to permanent residence, and work limitations for student visas.
The Department of Home Affairs has decided to raise the Visa Application Charges (VACs) by varying percentages, depending on the visa subclass. The changes will take effect from 1st July 2023 onwards.
The Australian migration system is undergoing a major overhaul, with 38 reform directions delivered following a scathing review. Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil has already announced several changes, including a citizenship pathway for New Zealanders and a new visa for Pacific migrants. Other changes include modifications to student visas and Working Holiday Maker visas, a minimum salary increase, and a review of the points system for selecting migrants.
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) announced on the 5th April 2020 updates to the Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408), in response to the current coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic.
As of the 16th November 2019, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has replaced two previously existing regional skilled migration visas with two new subclasses, with a third to come in November 2022. Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa Subclass 491 replaces Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489). This is a points tested visa which will … Read more
The approved occupations included on the Skilled Occupation List are regularly reviewed by the Department of Jobs and Small Business, to ensure that they are relevant to the needs of the Australian labour market. The latest update to this list was on 18th March 2018, which also coincided with the introduction of the new Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa Subclass 482, which replaced the previous Subclass 457 Visa.
