The latest on Australian visas and immigration
What are the training benchmark requirements for sponsors of a 457 visa? Here is the answer!
Training Benchmarks and their requirements for Sponsors of a 457 Visa: For the 457 visa sponsors/employers to be approved under the standard business sponsorship must demonstrate that they meet training…
Can my employer sponsored visa be cancelled or revoked? Here is the answer!
If you are in Australia and are sponsored by an employer either temporarily or permanently, or you are considering applying for an employer sponsored visa, you need to know your…
Assigned a case officer for my visa application. What happens next?
When a case officer (CO) is assigned they will then review the file and assess it against immigration policy for the visa subclass applied for. At this point the case…
Does bankruptcy affect your Australian Visa application?
A regularly question we receive from prospective migration is; “does being declared bankrupt affect my visa application?”. The answer depends on the visa subclass you are applying for. In all…
New Minister for Immigration and Citizenship – Hon Brendan O’Connor MP
This week Prime Minister Julia Gillard has announced a reshuffle of her cabinet resulting in a change to the Immigration and Citizenship portfolio with a new Minister for Immigration and…
Can a small company sponsor overseas workers? Here is the answer!
Yes, a small company in Australia can sponsor overseas workers! The most commonly used visa is the 457 visa which requires a three stage application process the standard business sponsorship…
Are you a secondary applicant on a permanent visa application but are experiencing family violence? You may still be eligible for the visa!
If you are the de facto partner or spouse of a primary applicant on a permanent visa application and your relationship has broken down due to family violence by that…
Are you finding the General Skilled Migration (GSM) process overwhelming?
Here is an overview of the General Skilled Migration process and its impacts on applicants If you are looking to migrate to Australia and have skills that are in demand…
January 1 Changes Now in Place!
Our team at Ferguson Cannon wishes you a very Happy New Year! If you’re looking to lodge a visa application, you should be aware that the New Year has brought…
New Student Visa Work Rights Announced
Long anticipated work rights for post study work have been announced following previous recommendations from the Knight Review. These arrangements are currently proposed and still need to be approved by…
Queensland Announce Significant Investor Stream 188 Visa Criteria
This information should also be read in conjunction with our previous blog on the Significant Investor Visa. Steven Koch, Executive Director of the Skills and Employment of the Department of…
Are you in a relationship with an Australian, and now want to stay in Australia?
If you are married to or are in a de facto relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident (or an eligible New Zealand citizen), you may be able apply…