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Difference between 417 and 462: Which Working Holiday Visa Is Right for You

If you’re planning a Working Holiday adventure in Australia, you’ll need to choose between two visa types, Subclass 417 and …read more

03/12/2024

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New Core Skills Occupation List to Replace Outdated Occupation Lists

​​On 3 December 2024,​ the Australian Government announced the release of the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). The new CSOL fulfils …read more

03/12/2024

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Australia Passes Three New Migration Laws

On 7 November 2024, the Migration Amendment Bill 2024 was introduced. Following a deal between the Albanese Government and the …read more

29/11/2024

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How Many Working Holiday Visas Can I Get?

If your love affair with Australia doesn’t end after your first Working Holiday visa, you’re in luck! It is possible …read more

01/10/2024

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Resident Return visa (RRV) Reminder

​​​As a permanent visa holder, you must understand the conditions of your visa and your right to re-enter Australia before …read more

26/09/2024

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Administrative Review Tribunal to Commence in October

The Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) will commence operations on 14 October 2024. The new, fit-for-purpose federal review body will replace …read more

14/08/2024

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Northern Territory to attract twice as many skilled workers through 2024 Migration Program

Under the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program the Northern Territory’s allocation has doubled from the previous year – up to …read more

23/07/2024

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Visa Application Fee Changes 2024

The Australian government introduced new visa application charges on 1 July 2024 to better reflect the cost of processing applications. …read more

17/07/2024

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New Designated Area Migration Agreement for Western Australia

A new state-wide Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) for Western Australia came into effect on 1st July 2024. The WA …read more

02/07/2024

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Student Visa Application Fee Increases

As of 1 July 2024, the fee for international student visas will increase from $710 to $1,600. Visit our VAC …read more

01/07/2024

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Ending ‘Visa Hopping’ in the Migration System

Australia’s migration system is facing significant changes as the government introduces stricter visa regulations aimed at curbing exploitation and improving …read more

13/06/2024

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Increase in the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) to $73,150

​​​​​Raising the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold From 1 July 2024, the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will increase …read more

29/05/2024


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