The latest on Australian visas and immigration
Student visa holders and New Zealand citizens in Australia and the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis?
International students who have been in Australia for longer than 12 months who find themselves in financial hardship will be able to access their Australian superannuation. The Government will undertake…
Employer sponsored temporary work visas (482 and 457) and Coronavirus (COVID-19)
If you’re a Temporary Skill Shortage visa holder – what should you do if you have been stood down or your work hours are reduced by your employer? The Australian…
What can I do if I am on a working holiday or seasonal worker visa in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis?
Seasonal Worker Programme and Pacific Labour Scheme workers can extend their stay for up to 12 months to work for approved employers as long as pastoral care and accommodation needs…
Australia’s global talent visa for individuals and businesses
In late 2019 the Australian Government launched the Global Talent – Independent program which offers a streamlined, priority visa pathway for highly skilled and talented individuals to work and live permanently…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Visas for Australia
The World Health Organization has announced that Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a pandemic. The migration situation is changing rapidly throughout Australia. As an Australian citizen or permanent resident, can I still…
Visa cancelled due to incorrect information given or provided to the Department of Home Affairs
It is a requirement that a visa applicant must fill in or complete his or her application form in a manner that all questions are answered, and no incorrect answers…
Australia is recruiting – New Global Talent Visa
Australia has introduced a streamlined, priority visa pathway for highly skilled and talented individuals to work and live permanently in Australia. The Government and industry has recognised there is growing…
Occupations that may be taken off or put onto the skilled migration occupation lists
The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business is considering removing the following occupations from the Skilled Migration Occupation Lists (Skills List) in March 2020: Careers Counsellor Vehicle Trimmer…
New regional visas for Australia
The Australian Government has introduced two new regional visas which requires migrants to commit to life in regional Australia for at least three years. This new visa opens to the…
What happens if my visa is refused or cancelled due to my character?
If you have your visa refused or cancelled, you need to get expert advice a soon as possible. Strict time limits apply to drafting submissions and appeals. A visa refusal…
Partner Visa and Family Violence
In Australia, family and domestic violence is not acceptable. The Australian government including the Department of Home Affairs does not tolerate domestic and family violence in the community. The Family…
Permanent place of abode – Being a resident for tax purposes in Australia
The High court has refused an application by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to appeal a decision of the Full Court of the Federal Court where they clarified how the…