Starting 1 October 2024, a new pre-application (ballot) process is in place for the Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa for applicants from China, India, and Vietnam! Key Points of this ballot process The Random Ballot Process is a fair, transparent way to select applicants in high-demand countries. Eligible Countries are China, India, Vietnam, with an annual ballot held for each. The fee is AUD25 for registration. Important Dates for the new ballot process. Registrations Open on 1st October 2024. …

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Australia and New Zealand are in the process of implementing revised occupation classification systems to simplify the visa application process for international workers. New Zealand will introduce the National Occupation List (NOL), while Australia will launch the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) to replace the current ANZSCO system. The aim is to streamline the issuance of visas for foreign workers by introducing customised occupation classification systems aligned with their respective labour market requirements. This move also seeks to ensure …

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Thinking about migrating to NSW under the Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) or Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa? NSW offers a fantastic opportunity for highly skilled professionals to contribute to the state’s economy. Here’s a quick overview of what you need to know about NSW nomination under both visa subclasses: Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa) A points-tested permanent visa for individuals whose occupation aligns with the NSW Skills List. Key points: You cannot apply directly for NSW nomination—you must be …

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Are you a skilled worker in the building and construction industry looking to move to Australia? Great news!The Australian government is fast-tracking skills assessments to help meet the urgent demand in the housing construction sector! What is changing? This initiative will help streamline the processing of around 2,600 skills assessments for targeted construction occupations and 1,900 potential migrants from countries with comparable qualifications. This means faster processing times and more opportunities to contribute to Australia’s booming housing sector. Starting from …

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As of 1 July 2024, the Australian Government has introduced key updates to the Temporary Graduate visa streams under its recent Migration Strategy. Here’s what you need to know: Stream Name Changes The Graduate Work stream is now called the Post-Vocational Education Work stream. The Post-Study Work stream is now called the Post-Higher Education Work stream. Eligibility Based on Qualification Level Your qualification determines which visa stream you can apply for: Post-Vocational Education Work stream: The Post-Vocational Education Work stream …

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If your Vetassess Skills Assessment for Professional Occupations Expiring Soon? Here’s What You Need to Know! If your VETASSESS Skills Assessment is nearing its expiry date, don’t wait until the last minute! It’s a good idea to apply for a renewal while submitting your state or territory migration nomination application – or even earlier! Why renew your VETASSESS early? Each state/territory has its own criteria and sometimes tight deadlines. Renewing ahead of time can save you from missing out! You …

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If you’re a skilled worker looking to migrate to Queensland this could be your chance! There are multiple pathways available to help you achieve your goals: What are the nomination pathways for Queensland? The following nomination pathways are available to: Skilled workers in Queensland Skilled workers outside Australia Queensland Graduates 491 Small business owners (SBO) What are the key requirements for the Skilled Workers Outside Australia Pathway To skilled workers to be eligible: You must have a points test score …

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The Australian Government has allocated 5,000 skilled visa nomination places to Victoria for the 2024-25 program These skilled nomination places for the region of Victoria comprise of: 3,000 places under the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) 2,000 places under the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) is a permanent visa allowing you to live and work anywhere in Victoria. The Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) is a 5-year visa with a pathway …

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Are you considering making Australia your new home? The latest data on state and territory nominations for skilled migration in Australia shows that 2024 is a promising year for skilled professionals! The Australian government has recently released the nomination allocations for the 2024-2025 program year with a total of 16,500 places for 190 visa and 9,760 places for 491 visa as follows: Australian Capital Territory (ACT)  1,000 places for 190 visa nominations 800 places for 491 visa nominations The first invitation round was held on 08 …

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