TEMPORARY GRADUATE VISA (SUBCLASS 485): NOT AS EASY AS IT SEEMS

TEMPORARY GRADUATE VISA (SUBCLASS 485) NOT AS EASY AT IS SEEMS

The Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) visa allows international students who have successfully completed their studies in Australia, to remain in the country for work experience purposes. This visa allows students to remain in Australia to gain the practical skills and knowledge in their chosen occupation. The Temporary Graduate visa is extremely beneficial for applicants, as […]

4 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD STUDY ABROAD

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The thought of going abroad to study can be both exciting and unnerving. It sounds like a fun adventure of sorts but being so far away from family, friends and familiar surroundings is undoubtedly challenging. But for every reason you have in mind that urges you not to go, here are four compelling reasons why […]

457 VISA ABOLISHED BUT NEW PATHWAYS ESTABLISHED

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On Tuesday the 18th of April, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, along with Immigration Minister Peter Dutton, announced a host of major changes to a number of visa subclasses. The main implication of these changes is that the 457 visa – for skilled temporary workers, will cease to exist. This visa will be replaced by a dual […]

EASY MIGRATION TO AUSTRALIA FOR NURSES

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Australia has always welcomed individuals who want to broaden their professional career beyond the borders. The country prefers professionals from different fields and offers opportunities for a well-established career. Recently, there has been an interest in recruiting the best and brightest professional nurses from all over the globe. This particular professional sector has shown high […]

DON’T GET STUCK IN THE MUD. “GENERAL SKILLED MIGRATION”, TIPS FOR YOUR SUCCESS.

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The “Skilled Independent Visa” (Subclass 189) is a special category of permanent residence visa. It is issued to points-tested skilled workers who wish to work and live in Australia but who do not have any family or employer sponsoring them nor are nominated by a state or territory government. Any individual who wishes to apply […]

STUDENT VISA DEADLINE APPROACHING CLOSER FOR MANY VISA HOLDERS

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If you are an overseas student and you have recently completed your studies, then March 15th will very likely mark the expiration date of your visa. But fear not – this does not have to be the end of an era, it can mark the beginning of a new and prosperous stage in your life. […]

BENEFITS OF MOVING TO AUSTRALIA

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When considering a move to Australia whether that is on a permanent or temporary basis, the country has many advantages to offer both individuals and families. Firstly, Australians enjoy the second highest quality of life in the whole world. This is measured on three factors; health, educational attainment, and income. Taking all three of these […]

DEPARTMENT OF IMMIGRATION ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW TEMPORARY PARENT-SPONSORED VISA

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The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has just recently announced plans to introduce a new “Temporary Sponsored Parent Visa” in 2017. This new visa will allow citizens and permanent residents of Australia to sponsor their parents to stay in Australia for up to five years. The announcement is welcomed by those who have criticised the […]

DEPARTMENT OF IMMIGRATION AND BORDER PROTECTION INTRODUCES SIMPLIFIED STUDENT VISA FRAMEWORK

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As of July 1st the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection has introduced the simplified student visa framework to replace the pre-existing student visa framework. The changes introduced by the simplified student visa framework (SSVF) means that the pre-existing eight student visa subclasses have now been concentrated into two subclasses; subclass 500 and subclass 590. Subclass […]

WHY USE A REGISTERED MIGRATION AGENT

Why a Migration Agent can save you Money, Time, and Peace of Mind Applying for an Australian visa can be daunting. There are many forms and procedures involved and there are many ways in which an application can fail. Not knowing the potential pitfalls involved brings a very real danger of an unsuccessful application, meaning […]