Category: News
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Changes to work conditions on Subclass 482 and 494 Visas
Primary subclass 482 and 494 visa holders are bound by a basic rule that they are required to remain employed in the nominated occupation for their nominating employer (with some exceptions) for the term of their visa to avoid risk of visa cancellation. The rule is imposed under condition 8607 on a subclass 482 visa,…
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Philippines Added to List of Work and Holiday Subclass 462 Visa Eligible Countries
From 1 July 2024, Philippines passport holders will be able to apply for Work and Holiday Subclass 462 Visas if they meet the following criteria: * Please note that the information provided herein is of a general nature only and is not individual legal advice. Contact Us to assess your circumstances.
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TSMIT Increases to $73,150.00
The Department of Home Affairs have announced a TSMIT Increase effective from 1 July 2024. The increase will raise the current TSMIT from $70,000.00 to $73,150.00. The Department note that these changes are in line with the Government’s commitment at the Jobs and Skills Summit of September 2022. * Please note that the information provided herein…
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Student and Student Guardian Visa Financial Capacity Evidence
From 1 October 2023 the financial capacity specifications have increased for applicants of subclass 500 student and subclass 590 student guardian visas. Applicants who are not streamlined need to continue to show evidence of their financial capacity as detailed in our Immi Guide. * Please note that the information provided herein is of a general…
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Working Holiday Visa Updates and Granting of Permanent Resident status to NZ subclass 444 (SCV) Visa Holders
Papua New Guinea addition to the Work and Holiday Subclass 462 Visa From 1 July Papua New Guinea is on the list of countries where its citizens are eligible to apply for the Work and Holiday subclass 462 visa if they match the further criteria below: UK citizens age increase to eligibility for Working Holiday…
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TSMIT (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold) Increases
The TSMIT is the minimum guaranteed annual earnings a worker sponsored by an employer for a Temporary Skilled Shortage (TSS) subclass 482 Visa, can be paid. From 1 July 2023 all nominations for a TSS visa holder must evidence offered guaranteed annual earnings of $70,000 or above. The former threshold of $53,900 was introduced in…