Australian Immigration Update |
Posted: July 10, 2018 |
Australian Immigration has always piqued an interest from international skilled workers who perceive Australia as a ‘land of opportunities’. It is a given that with amazing weather, picturesque views and appreciation of international talent Australia as emerged as a major Immigration hub. Of Course, Australian Immigration laws are always subject to amendments and changes monitor and filter the quality of Immigrants as per the country’s requirement. Let us look at what a turnout 2018 has been for the Australian Immigration system and what rules are implemented so far: Hike in Immigration fees: This year has seen a considerable hike in visa application fees for Australia. Partner and spouse visa application as well as Business visa have increased Government fees with effect from mid 2018. Earlier this year, the fund requirement for Australia student visa was also increased with a view that candidates for Student visa can demonstrate that they can support their stay in Australia without taking recourse to public funds. Replacement of the Employer Sponsored Visa: The Temporary Skilled Worker Visa (subclass 457) which allowed Australian Employers to hire overseas works to work for them in a position that cannot be filled by anyone in Australia stands terminated as on March 2018. This is replaced by the Temporary Skilled Shortage (subclass 482) visa and it has three sub-categories depending on the role offered. Changes in the Skilled Occupation Lists: Immigration to Australia has a regulated method of selecting individuals as per their education and skill level and has Skilled Occupation List to determine the eligibility for Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189), Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) and Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489). The occupations and state requirements on the list have been updated with major changes affect to the 489 list as per the territorial requirements. If you are contemplating on securing a future for you and your family in Australia, I suggest you act fast on it. With such accelerating modifications it is difficult to say how easy Migration to Australia will look like in the future. Don’t be worried, reach out to us and let us help you!
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