Changes to the labour market testing requirements came into effect on 18 December 2023. The requirement to advertise the position on www.workforceaustralia.gov.au has been removed. Full details of the requirements to meet labour market testing are outlined below. Understanding the Migration (LIN 18/036) Instrument 2018 Introduction In the realm of immigration and workforce regulation......
As of July 1, 2023, the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) has seen an increase to $70,000. This adjustment marks a significant change in the skilled migration landscape, impacting various visa categories. Let’s explore the implications of this change and what it means for both employers and skilled workers. Understanding the TSMIT The TSMIT......
For nominations lodged on or after 1 October 2020, sponsoring employers must place 3 advertisements before lodging their nomination. the nominated position must now be advertised on the Government’s jobactive website And two other advertisements Advertising must be placed within the 4 months immediately before lodging a nomination application, unless the sponsor or an associated entity......
Vetasess have announced changes to the employment and training requirements for Pathway 1 assessments through TRA The amount of verifiable employment evidence a Pathway 1 (no Australian qualification) : Licensed trade with no formal training – six years work experience Licensed trade with formal training – four years work experience Non-licensed trade with no formal......
In March 2019, the Goldfields Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) was approved. The final details are yet to be released including the application process, occupations list and criteria. The final requirements to be released: June 2019 Lodge applications from: July 2019 Start advertising the position: Immediately* The Goldfields Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) is a five year......
Thirty (30) new occupations added to the Skilled Occupations Lists! On 11 March 2019, the skilled occupation lists were updated. If your occupation previously was restricted to the Short Term List or wasn’t listed on any list, then it’s worth having another look as your visa options may have changed. If your occupation has moved......
If you don’t comply with your visa conditions, there are many ways it can catch up with you. If you are forewarned you can make better decisions before any potential breaches take place. As registered migration agents, we receive inquiries from visa holders who have already breached their current or prior visa conditions and are......
Current processing times for 482 nominations and visa applications are 1 – 2 months from submission. Standard Business Sponsors can apply for Accredited Status to receive priority processing. Accredited Sponsor Scheme The Accredited Sponsor Scheme provides Standard Business Sponsors with streamlined and priority processing arrangements for 482 nomination and visa applications. Most applications for Accredited......
From 14 February 2019, when lodging a Vetassess Skill Assessment, for general professions, applicants will be required to provide exact employment dates (dd/mm/yyyy). Prior to this change a Vetassess Skill Assessment used only month and year to calculate the employment dates. Vetasses will continue to retrieve these dates from official documents only. So it is......
A new training levy applies to all 482, 186 ENS and 187 RSMS nominations lodged on or after 12 August 2018. So what is the training levy? How much will it cost and what are your options for a refund? The Skilled Australia Fund (SAF) is managed by the Department of Education and Training (DET). The purpose......
