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Northern Territory – Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

jenna — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 03:14:07 +0000

Northern Territory nomination requirements – 190 and 491 visa

Subclass 190 & 491 visa

Northern Territory – 491 Visa Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

2024-25 State and territory nomination allocations – Northern Territory

The Australian Government has issued Northern Territory’s allocation for the state and territory nominated visa categories for the 2024-25 program year. The allocations are:

Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa: 800 places (+550)
Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa: 800 places (+400)

MigrationNT is continuing to receive and assess onshore applications for nomination. Please note that offshore applications have been temporarily suspended. Existing offshore applications will continue to be assessed. We hope to be in a position to re-open with revised settings for offshore applications by 12 August 2024.

What is a Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa?

This is a permanent visa which lets you stay in Australia indefinitely.

You will need a nomination from an Australian state or territory government such as Australia’s NT Government.

If you are nominated for the subclass 190 by the NT Government, you will be expected to live and work in the Territory for at least three years from visa grant.

What is the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa?

This is a provisional five year visa that will allow you and your dependant family members to live, work and study in a regional area such as the NT.

You will need a nomination from an Australian state or territory government such as Australia’s NT Government or an eligible family member.

If you are nominated for the subclass 491 by the NT Government, you and your dependant family members will be expected to live, work and study in the NT for at least three years before qualifying for a permanent residency pathway.

You may be subject to reporting commitments by the Department of Home Affairs.

What is a Northern Territory Government nomination?

Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) Government can nominate you for a skilled visa(190 visa/491 visa) if you:

meet Australian Government’s standard requirements, and
meet NT Government’s nomination eligibility, and
commit to living and working in the Territory within your skilled occupation for at least three years upon the grant of your visa.

NT Nomination Application Steps

Check Visa Eligibility: Assess your eligibility against the Department of Home Affairs requirements (age, English level, skills assessment, and migration points test).
NT Nomination Eligibility: Ensure you meet the NT nomination criteria.
Submit EOI: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect.
Apply for NT Nomination: Use the online application system to apply for NT Government nomination.
Receive Invitation: If nominated, you’ll receive a SkillSelect invitation to apply for your visa.
Apply for Visa: Submit your visa application through your Immi account.
Visa Decision: The Department of Home Affairs will notify you of the decision on your visa application.
Commit to NT: If your visa is granted, fulfill your long-term commitments to live and work in the NT.

Visa Eligibility

be under 45 years of age at the time of nomination.
have at least Competent English.
have a valid Skills Assessment in an occupation on the skilled occupation list Skilled Occupation List.
have achieved at least 65 points on the Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect.

NT Nomination Eligibility

If you already live in Australia - NT graduates

If you already live in Australia – NT graduates

Eligibility for a subclass 190 nomination

International student graduates who have studied in the NT will be eligible for a subclass 190 nomination if you have met the following criteria before applying for nomination:

successfully completed one or more qualifications after studying on a full-time basis in the NT, at an NT-based institution for two years (4 semesters) in a single tertiary course or a set of nested tertiary courses, and
lived in the NT for a period of at least six continuous months immediately after the date of completion* of your last qualification, while holding a subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa or a bridging visa associated with a subclass 485 visa application (Note: this requirement does not apply for graduates who have completed all their Australian studies in the NT and are unable to qualify for a Temporary Graduate subclass 485 visa only due to the age limit), and
demonstrated genuine and sustained efforts to obtain employment from an NT employer in your nominated occupation or a closely related skilled occupation. This can be met through evidence of a number of applications made over a period of time for jobs in relevant occupations in the NT, and other supporting evidence such as membership in relevant professional associations, or positive feedback from industry contacts in the NT.

* Date of completion is the date on which you were notified that you have met all academic course requirements. This is the date when the final exam results or notice of course completion were available or published.

Eligibility for a subclass 491 nomination

International student graduates who have studied in the NT will be eligible for a subclass 491 nomination if you have met the following criteria before applying for nomination:

successfully completed one or more qualifications after studying on a full-time basis in the NT, at an NT-based institution for two years (4 semesters) in a single tertiary course or a set of nested tertiary courses, and
demonstrated genuine and sustained efforts and progress towards obtaining employment from an NT employer in your nominated occupation or a closely related skilled occupation. This can be met through evidence of a number of applications made over a period of time for jobs in relevant occupations in the NT, any relevant employment held and other supporting evidence such as membership in relevant professional associations, or positive feedback from industry contacts in the NT. You will be expected to demonstrate genuine efforts and progress towards being employed in the NT in your nominated occupation both during and after your studies.

Please note the following general information:

if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently living interstate, you will not be eligible for the Northern Territory (NT) nomination
if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently on a student visa and have not completed studies in an NT institution, you will not be eligible for NT nomination
if you have already been nominated for a subclass 489 or 491 visa by the NT, you will not be eligible for a subclass 190 nomination.

If you already live in Australia - Other NT residents

If you already live in Australia – Other NT residents

An NT resident applicant refers to those on temporary visas with full work rights, currently residing in the NT.

Eligibility for a subclass 190 nomination

NT resident applicants will be considered for a subclass 190 nomination if you meet the following requirements before applying for nomination:

demonstrate that you have been residing in the NT for at least 2 consecutive years immediately before applying for nomination
demonstrate that none of your migrating dependants are residing in another part of Australia, and
demonstrate full-time employment in the NT in your nominated occupation or related occupation for at least 2 years immediately prior to applying for NT nomination and demonstrate that the employment is available for at least a further 12 months. In order to be related to the nominated occupation, the majority of time in the position must be spent on tasks that align with the skills and knowledge required to undertake the nominated occupation. The employment must also meet the requirements specified below.

Eligibility for a subclass 491 nomination

NT resident applicants will be considered for a subclass 491 nomination if you meet the following requirements before applying for nomination:

demonstrate that you have been residing in the NT for at least 12 consecutive months
demonstrate that none of your migrating dependants are residing in another part of Australia, and
demonstrate full-time employment in the NT in their nominated or related occupation for at least six consecutive months immediately prior to applying for NT nomination in a position that is is available for at least a further 12 months. In order to be related to the nominated occupation, the majority of time in the position must be spent on tasks that align with the skills and knowledge required to undertake the nominated occupation. The employment must also meet the requirements specified below.

Additional employment requirements for NT residents:

the position must be based in the NT, and the employer must have a record of trading in the NT for at least 12 months
positions that are based at serviced office spaces or involve hot-desking arrangements will generally notbe considered favourably
you must be paid at market salary.

Applicants who have not been employed in their nominated occupation or a related occupation will generally not qualify for NT nomination.

Applicants who meet all of the other requirements specified above but are employed outside of their nominated or related occupation may qualify for a subclass 491 nomination on an exceptional and case by case basis if they are employed in one of the following critical sectors: health, aged or disabled care, education (including childcare), hospitality, construction and the trades.

Applicants who are on a Temporary Work (Skilled)(subclass 457) or Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) must provide a letter of support from your current subclass 457 or subclass 482 sponsoring business stating that they:

support your visa application
understand that you will not be tied to their business once the subclass 491 / subclass 190 visa is granted.

The NT Government may contact your employer. There may be circumstances where the need for support from your current employer can be waived. Applicants who are unable to provide a letter of support from their employer must provide a detailed statement explaining the reasons as to why they are unable to do so.

Please note the following general information:

if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently living interstate, you will not be eligible for the Northern Territory (NT) nomination
if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently on a student visa and have not completed studies in an NT institution, you will not be eligible for NT nomination
if you have already been nominated for a subclass 489 or 491 visa by the NT, you will not be eligible for a subclass 190 nomination.

If you apply from outside Australia

Offshore applicants will generally only be nominated for a subclass 491 visa.

Offshore applicants must meet the minimum requirements above and meet the following NT nomination criteria:

have post-qualification work experience of at least 2 years in your nominated occupation in the last 5 years (note: additional work experience may be required for some occupations under the priority occupations stream)
demonstrate a genuine commitment to live and work in the NT on a long-term basis
declare that they have the financial capacity to settle in the NT
meet criteria against one of the 3 streams below.

Please note: those applying under the NT Family stream or the NT Job Offer stream can nominate any occupation on the national eligibility list

1. Priority occupation stream

Offshore applicants under this stream must:

have a full migration skills assessment in an occupation listed on the Northern Territory Offshore Migration Occupations List (NTOMOL)
meet any additional work experience required for the occupation as specified on the NTOMOL.

2. NT Family Stream

Offshore applicants under this stream must:

have a family member in the NT who:
- is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible New Zealand citizen or hold one of the following visas:
  - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 491
  - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 494
  - Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 489
  - a bridging visa granted in association with an application for a Skilled Regional Visa subclass 887 or Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) subclass 191 visa
- is usually resident in the Northern Territory, and has been living in the NT for at least 12 months
- is the applicant’s eligible relative* or their partner’s eligible relative if their partner is also intending to apply for the same visa (see below for definition of eligible relative)
- has confirmed in a statutory declaration that they are willing and able to provide settlement support to the applicant and migrating dependants including assistance with finding accommodation and employment in the NT
have evidence of sustained efforts to seek employment in the NT, including evidence of research in to the NT job market, and sustained records of applying for jobs in the NT or making contact with NT employers

*an eligible relative must be the applicant’s or their spouse/partner’s:

parent
child or step-child
brother, sister, adoptive brother, adoptive sister, step-brother or step-sister
aunt, uncle, adoptive aunt, adoptive uncle, step-aunt or step-uncle
nephew, niece, adoptive nephew, adoptive niece, step-nephew or step-niece
first cousin, or
grandparent

3. NT Job Offer Stream

Offshore applicants under this stream must have a verifiable job offer in their nominated occupation for a job that is based in the NT with an NT business / organisation that has been actively operating in the NT for at least 12 months

Commitment to the NT

Accepting a nomination from Australia’s NT Government means that you are agreeing to the following conditions:

live and work in the NT in your skilled occupation or a closely related skilled occupation for at least three years from visa grant
let the NT Government know the status of your visa application – you need to do this when your visa is granted and when you arrive
regularly provide your current contact details to the NT Government
participate in surveys conducted by the NT Government.

If you are offered an NT Government nomination, a declaration form will be issued which will outline these obligations and you will be required to acknowledge, sign and return.

MigrationNT considers a number of factors in assessing commitment to the NT, including:

length of residency in the NT
previous travel to the NT
connections to the NT (for example, close family members being long-term residents of the NT).

Occupation

All applicants must have a skilled occupation that is on the Australian Government’s current list of eligible skilled occupations.

Offshore applicants applying under the Priority Occupation Stream must have an occupation on the NTOMOL.

Financial capacity to settle in the NT

Moving to a new place can be expensive. Skilled migrants to the NT are responsible for supporting themselves when they arrive in the NT, and the NT Government does not provide financial assistance.

It is important that you undertake research into the cost of living in the NT, and ensure that you have the financial capacity to successfully settle. The table below provides guidance on the level of financial resources that you may need depending on your family composition:

Family composition	Minimum value of net assets
Individual applicant	AU$35 000
Applicant and spouse	AU$50 000
Applicant and spouse plus one child	AU$60 000
Applicant and spouse plus two children	AU$65 000

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Select a state below to see it’s 190 visa requirements:

Australia

State and territory requirements

Each state and territory has its own list of occupations, requirements and processes you must follow.

More information about the requirements and processes on how Australian states or territories nominate applicants is available.

Related:

Northern Territory – Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

Bridging Visa R

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Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 02:13:22 +0000

Ending visa hopping

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

Ending onshore visa hopping (1 July 2024 changes)

The Minister for Home Affairs published a media release that announces further changes to the migration system that were articulated within the Migration Strategy. These changes are to stop what is referred to in the Migration Strategy and the media release as visa hopping where temporary visa holders continue to apply for further temporary visas onshore to extend their stay in Australia with little prospect of becoming permanent residents.

As a measure to restrict visa hopping the media release outlines the following changes to commence from 1 July 2024:

Visitor visa (sc 600) holders will not be able to apply for Student (Sc 500) visas onshore.
Temporary Graduate (Sc 485) visa holders will not be able to apply for Student (Sc 500) visas onshore.

The legislative instruments that will bring about these changes have not yet been released.

The Australian government released its much-anticipated Migration Strategy, which outlines a new vision for Australia’s migration system and a what to expect in 2024.

From 1 July 2024, temporary graduate, visitor and maritime crew visa holders will be unable to apply for Student visas onshore.

This includes existing visas from which it is already not possible to apply for a student visa onshore, the complete list of visa holders that will be unable to apply for student visas onshore are:

Temporary Graduate (Sc 485)
Visitor (Sc 600)
Electronic Travel Authority (Sc 601)
Medical Treatment (Sc 602)
e-Visitor (Sc 651)
Transit (Sc 771)
Maritime Crew (Sc 988)
Diplomatic Temporary (Sc 995) – primary visa holders only
Temporary Work (International Relations) Sc 403 – Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) stream
Domestic Worker (Temporary)– Diplomatic or Consular (Sc 426)

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Regarding the new changes to commence on 1 July for onshore student visa applications.

Restricting onshore visa hopping to the Student visa program

As part of the Migration Strategy, released in December 2023, the Government announced a package of reforms to support integrity in the international education system and to support genuine international students. These reforms ensure that visas are granted to genuine students and that students who earn a qualification in Australia have an opportunity to contribute to Australia’s economic growth.
To support these commitments, legislative Instrument LIN16/016 will be expanded from 1 July 2024 to also prevent Temporary Graduate, Maritime Crew and Visitor visa holders from applying for a Student visa while onshore in Australia. Specifically, these are visa subclasses:

Subclass 485 (Temporary Graduate)
Subclass 600 (Visitor)
Subclass 601 (Electronic Travel Authority)
Subclass 602 (Medical Treatment)
Subclass 651 (eVisitor)
Subclass 988 (Maritime Crew)

This is in addition to the visas already on the instrument from which it is not possible to make a valid Student application, which are:

Subclass 403 (Temporary Work) International Relations)) – Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) stream
Subclass 426 (Domestic Worker (Temporary) – Diplomatic or Consular)
Subclass 771 (Transit)
Subclass 995 (Diplomatic Temporary) – primary visa holders only

Offshore lodged visa applicants are not granted a Bridging visa in association with their application. They must remain outside Australia until their visa is decided, unless they hold another visa that allows them to travel to and remain in Australia for their intended purpose. Visa holders who come to Australia must ensure they comply with the conditions of the visa they hold, including any limitations on work or study.

This change is part of the package of reforms, released as part of the Australian Government’s Migration Strategy, and is a commitment to restrict onshore visa hopping that undermines system integrity and drives ‘permanent temporariness’. Temporary Graduate visa holders should depart Australia, or find skilled jobs and find other visa pathways, including those that may lead to becoming permanent residents of Australia. People seeking to study in Australia should apply for a student visa from offshore.

Student visa applicants with a genuine intention to pursue studies in Australia can apply outside Australia. Those who meet the criteria will be granted a Student visa.

We assume that once released the legislative instruments will make changes to Schedule 1 of the student visa, which will not allow for a valid application for a student visa to be made if the applicant is onshore and holding a Sc 485, Sc 600, Sc 601, Sc 602, Sc 651 and Sc 988. The legislative instruments that bring into effect these changes have not been released. Once they are released, we will provide members with an update.

Latest changes and updates:

485 visa

Northern Territory – Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

Bridging Visa R

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35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:49:21 +0000

35 Years of Age Limit for 485 Visa

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa – (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

Changes to the Temporary Graduate visa program – proposed 1 July 2024

The Department have updated their website to outline the changes to the Temporary Graduate (sc 485) visa program as announced as part of the Migration Strategy.

The Department will be maintaining the maximum age at 50 for masters (research) and doctoral degree (PhD) graduates applying for a sc 485 in the Post-Higher Education Work stream (former Post-Study Work stream) after 1 July 2024.

The changes to the Sc 485 should take effect from 1 July 2024, subject to the passage of legislative amendments. The changes are the following:

Graduate Work stream – Post-Vocational Education Work stream

The Graduate Work stream will be renamed to the Post-Vocational Education Work stream.
The maximum eligible age for Post-Vocational Education Work stream applicants will reduce to 35 years of age or under.
Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders will continue to be eligible provided they are under 50 years of age.
Applicants for the “post-Vocational Education Work Stream” must hold an associate degree, diploma or trade qualification, closely related to their nominated occupation on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
Applicants with a degree level qualification or higher (Bachelor, Master, PhD, etc) will no longer be eligible for this stream. If an applicant holds one of these qualifications, they must apply through the Post-Higher Education Work stream (below).
The stay period will remain up to 18 months, with Hong Kong or British National Overseas passport holders eligible to stay for up to 5 years.

Post-Study Work stream – Post-Higher Education Work stream

The Post-Study Work stream will be renamed to the Post-Higher Education Work stream.
The maximum eligible age for Post-Higher Education Work stream applicants will reduce to 35 years of age or under.
Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders will continue to be eligible provided they are under 50 years of age.
The ‘select degree’ 2 year extension will cease.

Stay periods will change to the following:

Qualification	Visa grant period
Bachelor degree (including honours)	up to 2 years
Masters (coursework and extended)	up to 2 years
Masters (research) and doctoral degree (PhD)	up to 3 years.

Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders may be able to stay for up to 5 years.

Stay periods for Indian nationals, as agreed in the Australian Indian – Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), remain as:

Bachelor degree (including honours) – up to 2 years
Bachelor degree (with first class honours in STEM, including ICT) – up to 3 years
Masters (coursework, extended and research) – up to 3 years
Doctoral degrees (PhD) – up to 4 years.

Second Post-Study Work stream

The Second Post-Study Work stream will be renamed the Second Post-Higher Education Work stream. There are no other changes to this stream.

Replacement stream

The Replacement stream will cease. This stream was introduced to applicants who were unable to stay in Australia for the full period of their previous visa due to the COVID restrictions in force from 1 February 2020 to 14 December 2021.

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Latest 485 visa changes and updates:

Northern Territory – Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

Bridging Visa R

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Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:23:58 +0000

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) has opened consultation on the new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). The Skills in Demand Visa (SID visa) is replacing the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) Visa with a three-tiered system for applicants based on their annual earnings and occupation.There are to be three visa pathways under the Migration Strategy:The three-tiered system is planned as follows:

Tier 1 – Specialist Skills Pathway

Tier 2 – Core Skills Pathway

Tier 3 – Essential Skills Pathway

This JSA consultation refers to the Core Skills pathway for occupations being paid a median salary above $70,000 and below $135,000. The draft list is based on labour market analysis of ANZSCO Skill Level 1-3 occupations, so some occupations in the other salary bands may be included in this list. However, it is not yet clear how this will be addressed in the visa regulations.

The JSA reports it has developed the draft lists benchmarked to the 2022 ANZSCO not the 2013 version which will capture new and emerging occupations and has also used the most up to date employment/labour market datasets.

The JSA notes that this is a draft list and further surveys, submissions, bilateral meetings and qualitative analysis will be undertaken on the list with closing date for submissions of 10 May 2024. The consultation information may be accessed on the JSA website where three lists appear:

- occupations JSA is confident will be on the new Core Skills list
- occupations JSA is confident will not be on the Core Skills list
- occupations for further targeted consultation

Related: Skilled Occupation List

The following is a draft list, NOT currently in effect. It has been released for consultation purposes only.

CSOL Confident On List

111111 Chief Executive or Managing Director
121321 Poultry Farmer
131112 Sales and Marketing Manager
131113 Advertising Manager
132511 Research and Development Manager
133111 Construction Project Manager
133211 Engineering Manager
133511 Production Manager (Forestry)
134311 School Principal
135111 Chief Information Officer
135199 ICT Managers nec
139911 Arts Administrator or Manager
139912 Environmental Manager
141411 Licensed Club Manager
212111 Artistic Director
212317 Technical Director
212416 Television Journalist
221113 Taxation Accountant
223112 Recruitment Consultant
224111 Actuary
224712 Organisation and Methods Analyst
224999 Information and Organisation Professionals nec
225111 Advertising Specialist
225212 ICT Business Development Manager
231212 Ship’s Engineer
232212 Surveyor
232214 Other Spatial Scientist
232313 Jewellery Designer
233215 Transport Engineer
233213 Quantity Surveyor
233214 Structural Engineer
233211 Civil Engineer
233212 Geotechnical Engineer
233311 Electrical Engineer
233511 Industrial Engineer
233612 Petroleum Engineer
233611 Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)
233916 Naval Architect \ Marine Designer
233999 Engineering Professionals nec
233911 Aeronautical Engineer
233912 Agricultural Engineer
234312 Environmental Consultant
234399 Environmental Scientists nec
234411 Geologist
234412 Geophysicist
234413 Hydrogeologist
234513 Biochemist
234711 Veterinarian
234912 Metallurgist
234913 Meteorologist
234914 Physicist
241111 Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher
241213 Primary School Teacher
241411 Secondary School Teacher
241599 Special Education Teachers nec
242111 University Lecturer
251211 Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
251212 Medical Radiation Therapist
251213 Nuclear Medicine Technologist
251214 Sonographer
251411 Optometrist
251412 Orthoptist
251513 Retail Pharmacist
251999 Health Diagnostic and Promotion Professionals nec
252311 Dental Specialist
252312 Dentist
252411 Occupational Therapist
252511 Physiotherapist
252611 Podiatrist
252711 Audiologist
252712 Speech Pathologist \ Speech Language Therapist
253111 General Practitioner
253112 Resident Medical Officer
253211 Anaesthetist
253311 Specialist Physician (General Medicine)
253312 Cardiologist
253313 Clinical Haematologist
253314 Medical Oncologist
253315 Endocrinologist
253316 Gastroenterologist
253317 Intensive Care Specialist
253318 Neurologist
253321 Paediatrician
253322 Renal Medicine Specialist
253323 Rheumatologist
253324 Thoracic Medicine Specialist
253399 Specialist Physicians nec
253411 Psychiatrist
253513 Neurosurgeon
253514 Orthopaedic Surgeon
253516 Paediatric Surgeon
253517 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
253521 Vascular Surgeon
253911 Dermatologist
253912 Emergency Medicine Specialist
253913 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
253914 Ophthalmologist
253915 Pathologist
253917 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist
253918 Radiation Oncologist
253999 Medical Practitioners nec
254111 Midwife
254212 Nurse Researcher
254411 Nurse Practitioner
254412 Registered Nurse (Aged Care)
254413 Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)
254414 Registered Nurse (Community Health)
254415 Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)
254417 Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)
254418 Registered Nurse (Medical)
254421 Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)
254422 Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
254423 Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
254424 Registered Nurse (Surgical)
254425 Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)
254499 Registered Nurses nec
261312 Developer Programmer
261399 Software and Applications Programmers nec
262111 Database Administrator
263112 Network Administrator
263113 Network Analyst
271214 Intellectual Property Lawyer
271311 Solicitor
272112 Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
272312 Educational Psychologist
272313 Organisational Psychologist
272311 Clinical Psychologist
272399 Psychologists nec
272511 Social Worker
311211 Anaesthetic Technician
311212 Cardiac Technician
312116 Surveying or Spatial Science Technician
312199 Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec
312113 Building Inspector
312212 Civil Engineering Technician
312211 Civil Engineering Draftsperson
312412 Electronic Engineering Technician
312911 Maintenance Planner
312913 Mine Deputy
312912 Metallurgical or Materials Technician
313111 Hardware Technician
321111 Automotive Electrician
321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
322211 Sheetmetal Worker
322311 Metal Fabricator
322313 Welder (First Class)
323112 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)
323113 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)
323111 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)
323213 Fitter-Welder
323214 Metal Machinist (First Class)
323299 Metal Fitters and Machinists nec
323211 Fitter (General)
323212 Fitter and Turner
331211 Carpenter and Joiner
334113 Drainer
334114 Gasfitter
341111 Electrician (General)
342212 Technical Cable Jointer
342211 Electrical Linesworker \ Electrical Line Mechanic
342313 Electronic Equipment Trades Worker
342315 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class)
342411 Cabler (Data and Telecommunications)
342412 Telecommunications Cable Jointer
342413 Telecommunications Linesworker \ Telecommunications Line Mechanic
342414 Telecommunications Technician
361111 Dog Handler or Trainer
392311 Printing Machinist
399112 Shipwright
399213 Power Generation Plant Operator
399211 Chemical Plant Operator
399911 Diver
411112 Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic
411111 Ambulance Officer
411213 Dental Technician
411211 Dental Hygienist
411411 Enrolled Nurse
411713 Family Support Worker
411716 Youth Worker
452317 Other Sports Coach or Instructor (Wushu Martial Arts and Yoga Instructor Only)
599612 Insurance Loss Adjuster
599915 Clinical Coder
639211 Retail Buyer

CSOL Confident Off List

121312 Beef Cattle Farmer
121314 Deer Farmer
121316 Horse Breeder
121322 Sheep Farmer
121399 Livestock Farmers nec
121511 Cotton Grower
121513 Sugar Cane Grower
121615 Turf Grower
121616 Vegetable Grower
131114 Public Relations Manager
133311 Importer or Exporter
133312 Wholesaler
133411 Manufacturer
133513 Production Manager (Mining)
134111 Child Care Centre Manager
134214 Welfare Centre Manager
134299 Health and Welfare Services Managers nec
134412 Regional Education Manager
135112 ICT Project Manager
139915 Sports Administrator
139999 Specialist Managers nec
141111 Cafe or Restaurant Manager
141211 Caravan Park and Camping Ground Manager
141911 Bed and Breakfast Operator
141912 Retirement Village Manager
142112 Antique Dealer
142113 Betting Agency Manager
142114 Hair or Beauty Salon Manager
142115 Post Office Manager
149111 Amusement Centre Manager
149112 Fitness Centre Manager
149113 Sports Centre Manager
149211 Call or Contact Centre Manager
149212 Customer Service Manager
149311 Conference and Event Organiser
149412 Railway Station Manager
149413 Transport Company Manager
149913 Facilities Manager
149914 Financial Institution Branch Manager
211111 Actor
211112 Dancer or Choreographer
211113 Entertainer or Variety Artist
211199 Actors, Dancers and Other Entertainers nec
211211 Composer
211213 Musician (Instrumental)
211214 Singer
211299 Music Professionals nec
211311 Photographer
211411 Painter (Visual Arts)
211412 Potter or Ceramic Artist
211413 Sculptor
211499 Visual Arts and Crafts Professionals nec
212112 Media Producer (excluding Video)
212113 Radio Presenter
212114 Television Presenter
212211 Author
212212 Book or Script Editor
212311 Art Director (Film, Television or Stage)
212312 Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)
212313 Director of Photography
212399 Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors nec
212411 Copywriter
212412 Newspaper or Periodical Editor
221212 Corporate Treasurer
222111 Commodities Trader
222199 Financial Brokers nec
222211 Financial Market Dealer
222212 Futures Trader
222213 Stockbroking Dealer
222299 Financial Dealers nec
222312 Financial Investment Manager
223311 Training and Development Professional
224211 Archivist
224212 Gallery or Museum Curator
224213 Health Information Manager
224214 Records Manager
224311 Economist
224412 Policy Analyst
224611 Librarian
224912 Liaison Officer
231211 Master Fisher
231213 Ship’s Master
231214 Ship’s Officer
231215 Marine Surveyor
231299 Marine Transport Professionals nec
232311 Fashion Designer
232411 Graphic Designer
234113 Forester \ Forest Scientist
234313 Environmental Research Scientist
234517 Microbiologist
234611 Medical Laboratory Scientist
234915 Exercise Physiologist
242112 University Tutor
249111 Education Adviser
249211 Art Teacher (Private Tuition)
249212 Dance Teacher (Private Tuition)
249213 Drama Teacher (Private Tuition)
249299 Private Tutors and Teachers nec
249311 Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
251112 Nutritionist
251311 Environmental Health Officer
251911 Health Promotion Officer
252111 Chiropractor
252112 Osteopath
252211 Acupuncturist
252212 Homoeopath
252213 Naturopath
252214 Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
254311 Nurse Manager
263212 ICT Support Engineer
263311 Telecommunications Engineer
272111 Careers Counsellor
272113 Family and Marriage Counsellor
272199 Counsellors nec
272211 Minister of Religion
272411 Historian
272412 Interpreter
272414 Archaeologist
272499 Social Professionals nec
272611 Community Arts Worker
272613 Welfare Worker
311213 Medical Laboratory Technician
311214 Operating Theatre Technician
311216 Pathology Collector \ Phlebotomist
311311 Fisheries Officer
311313 Quarantine Officer
311413 Life Science Technician
311414 School Laboratory Technician
311415 Hydrographer
312411 Electronic Engineering Draftsperson
313112 ICT Customer Support Officer
313199 ICT Support Technicians nec
313211 Radiocommunications Technician
322111 Blacksmith
322115 Metal Polisher
323311 Engraver
323312 Gunsmith
323315 Saw Maker and Repairer
323316 Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer
341113 Lift Mechanic
342312 Communications Operator
362111 Florist
363311 Shearer
363312 Wool Classer
392312 Small Offset Printer
393111 Canvas Goods Fabricator
393112 Leather Goods Maker
393113 Sail Maker
393211 Apparel Cutter
393212 Clothing Patternmaker
393213 Dressmaker or Tailor
393299 Clothing Trades Workers nec
394214 Wood Turner
399311 Gallery or Museum Technician
399312 Library Technician
399411 Jeweller
399511 Broadcast Transmitter Operator
399512 Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video)
399514 Make Up Artist
399515 Musical Instrument Maker or Repairer
399517 Television Equipment Operator
399912 Interior Decorator
411412 Mothercraft Nurse
411711 Community Worker
411712 Disabilities Services Officer
423411 Child or Youth Residential Care Assistant
423413 Refuge Worker
441211 Emergency Service Worker
442216 Security Consultant
451211 Driving Instructor
451311 Funeral Director
451399 Funeral Workers nec
451811 Civil Celebrant
451815 First Aid Trainer
452211 Bungy Jump Master
452212 Fishing Guide
452213 Hunting Guide
452214 Mountain or Glacier Guide
452215 Outdoor Adventure Instructor
452216 Trekking Guide
452217 Whitewater Rafting Guide
452299 Outdoor Adventure Guides nec
452314 Snowsport Instructor
452318 Dog or Horse Racing Official
452322 Sports Umpire
452323 Other Sports Official
452411 Footballer
452412 Golfer
452413 Jockey
452414 Lifeguard
452499 Sportspersons nec
512211 Health Practice Manager
512299 Practice Managers nec
521111 Personal Assistant
521211 Secretary (General)
541111 Call or Contact Centre Team Leader
551211 Bookkeeper
552111 Bank Worker
552211 Credit or Loans Officer
599112 Legal Executive
599212 Court Bailiff or Sheriff
599213 Court Orderly
599214 Law Clerk
599215 Trust Officer
599611 Insurance Investigator
599613 Insurance Risk Surveyor
611111 Auctioneer
611112 Stock and Station Agent
612111 Business Broker
612112 Property Manager
612113 Real Estate Agency Principal \ Real Estate Agency Licensee
612114 Real Estate Agent
612115 Real Estate Representative
639212 Wool Buyer

CSOL Targeted for Consultation

111211 Corporate General Manager
121111 Aquaculture Farmer
121311 Apiarist
121313 Dairy Cattle Farmer
121315 Goat Farmer
121318 Pig Farmer
121323 Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farmer
121512 Grain, Oilseed, Pulse or Pasture Grower / Field Crop Grower
121599 Broadacre Crop Growers nec
121611 Flower Grower
121612 Fruit Grower
121613 Nut Grower
121614 Production Nursery Grower
121617 Wine Grape Grower
121699 Horticultural Crop Growers nec
121711 Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farmer
121799 Mixed Production Farmers nec
132111 Corporate Services Manager
132211 Finance Manager
132311 Human Resource Manager
132411 Policy and Planning Manager
133112 Project Builder
133512 Production Manager (Manufacturing)
133611 Supply and Distribution Manager
133612 Procurement Manager
134211 Medical Administrator \ Medical Superintendent
134212 Nursing Clinical Director
134213 Primary Health Organisation Manager
134411 Faculty Head
134499 Education Managers nec
139913 Laboratory Manager
139916 Quality Assurance Manager
139917 Regulatory Affairs Manager
141311 Hotel or Motel Manager
141999 Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec
142111 Retail Manager (General)
142116 Travel Agency Manager
149411 Fleet Manager
149911 Boarding Kennel or Cattery Operator
149912 Cinema or Theatre Manager
149915 Equipment Hire Manager
149999 Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers nec
211212 Music Director
212314 Film and Video Editor
212315 Program Director (Television or Radio)
212316 Stage Manager
212318 Video Producer
212413 Print Journalist
212414 Radio Journalist
212415 Technical Writer
212499 Journalists and Other Writers nec
221111 Accountant (General)
221112 Management Accountant
221211 Company Secretary
221213 External Auditor
221214 Internal Auditor
222112 Finance Broker
222113 Insurance Broker
222311 Financial Investment Adviser
223111 Human Resource Adviser
223113 Workplace Relations Adviser
224112 Mathematician
224114 Data Analyst
224115 Data Scientist
224116 Statistician
224511 Land Economist
224512 Valuer
224713 Management Consultant
224714 Supply Chain Analyst
224914 Patents Examiner
225112 Market Research Analyst
225113 Marketing Specialist
225114 Content Creator (Marketing)
225115 Digital Marketing Analyst
225211 ICT Account Manager
225213 ICT Sales Representative
225311 Public Relations Professional
225411 Sales Representative (Industrial Products)
225412 Sales Representative (Medical and Pharmaceutical Products)
225499 Technical Sales Representatives nec
231111 Aeroplane Pilot
231113 Flying Instructor
231114 Helicopter Pilot
231199 Air Transport Professionals nec
232111 Architect
232112 Landscape Architect
232213 Cartographer
232312 Industrial Designer
232412 Illustrator
232413 Multimedia Designer
232414 Web Designer
232511 Interior Designer
232611 Urban and Regional Planner
233111 Chemical Engineer
233112 Materials Engineer
233411 Electronics Engineer
233512 Mechanical Engineer
233513 Production or Plant Engineer
233913 Biomedical Engineer
233914 Engineering Technologist
233915 Environmental Engineer
234111 Agricultural Consultant
234114 Agricultural Research Scientist
234115 Agronomist
234116 Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientist
234211 Chemist
234212 Food Technologist
234213 Wine Maker
234311 Conservation Officer
234314 Park Ranger
234511 Life Scientist (General)
234514 Biotechnologist
234515 Botanist
234516 Marine Biologist
234521 Entomologist
234522 Zoologist
234599 Life Scientists nec
234612 Respiratory Scientist
234911 Conservator
234999 Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec
241311 Middle School Teacher \ Intermediate School Teacher
241511 Special Needs Teacher
241512 Teacher of the Hearing Impaired
241513 Teacher of the Sight Impaired
242211 Vocational Education Teacher \ Polytechnic Teacher
249112 Education Reviewer
249214 Music Teacher (Private Tuition)
251111 Dietitian
251312 Occupational Health and Safety Adviser
251511 Hospital Pharmacist
251512 Industrial Pharmacist
251912 Orthotist or Prosthetist
252299 Complementary Health Therapists nec
253511 Surgeon (General)
253512 Cardiothoracic Surgeon
253515 Otorhinolaryngologist
253518 Urologist
254211 Nurse Educator
254416 Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)
261111 ICT Business Analyst
261112 Systems Analyst
261113 User Experience Designer (ICT)
261211 Multimedia Specialist
261212 Web Developer
261311 Analyst Programmer
261313 Software Engineer
261314 Software Tester
261315 Cyber Security Engineer
261316 Devops Engineer
261317 Penetration Tester
262113 Systems Administrator
262114 Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Specialist
262115 Cyber Security Advice and Assessment Specialist
262116 Cyber Security Analyst
262117 Cyber Security Architect
262118 Cyber Security Operations Coordinator
263111 Computer Network and Systems Engineer
263211 ICT Quality Assurance Engineer
263213 ICT Systems Test Engineer
263299 ICT Support and Test Engineers nec
263312 Telecommunications Network Engineer
271111 Barrister
271299 Judicial and Other Legal Professionals nec
272114 Rehabilitation Counsellor
272115 Student Counsellor
272314 Psychotherapist
272413 Translator
272612 Recreation Officer \ Recreation Coordinator
311112 Agricultural and Agritech Technician
311113 Animal Husbandry Technician
311114 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician
311115 Irrigation Designer
311215 Pharmacy Technician
311217 Respiratory Technician
311299 Medical Technicians nec
311312 Meat Inspector
311314 Primary Products Quality Assurance Officer
311399 Primary Products Assurance and Inspection Officers nec
311411 Chemistry Technician
311412 Earth Science Technician
311499 Science Technicians nec
312111 Architectural Draftsperson
312112 Building Associate
312114 Construction Estimator
312115 Plumbing Inspector
312311 Electrical Engineering Draftsperson
312312 Electrical Engineering Technician
312511 Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
312512 Mechanical Engineering Technician
312611 Safety Inspector
312914 Other Draftsperson
312999 Building and Engineering Technicians nec
313113 Web Administrator
313212 Telecommunications Field Engineer
313213 Telecommunications Network Planner
313214 Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist
321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
321213 Motorcycle Mechanic
321214 Small Engine Mechanic
322112 Electroplater
322113 Farrier
322114 Metal Casting Trades Worker
322312 Pressure Welder
323215 Textile, Clothing and Footwear Mechanic
323313 Locksmith
323314 Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer
323411 Engineering Patternmaker
323412 Toolmaker
324111 Panelbeater
324211 Vehicle Body Builder
324212 Vehicle Trimmer
324311 Vehicle Painter
331111 Bricklayer
331112 Stonemason
331212 Carpenter
331213 Joiner
332111 Floor Finisher
332211 Painter
333111 Glazier
333211 Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling)
333212 Renderer (Solid Plaster)
333311 Roof Tiler
333411 Wall and Floor Tiler
334112 Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber
334115 Roof Plumber
334116 Plumber (General)
334117 Fire Protection Plumber
341112 Electrician (Special Class)
342111 Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
342311 Business Machine Mechanic
342314 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)
351111 Baker
351112 Pastrycook
351211 Butcher or Smallgoods Maker
351311 Chef
351411 Cook
361112 Horse Trainer
361114 Zookeeper
361116 Track Rider
361311 Veterinary Nurse
362312 Sports Turf Manager
362313 Sports Turf Trades Worker
362411 Nurseryperson
362511 Arborist
362512 Tree Worker
362611 Gardener (General)
362711 Landscape Gardener
362712 Irrigation Technician
363111 Aquaculture Supervisor
363112 Fishing Leading Hand
363113 Forestry Operations Supervisor
363114 Horticultural Supervisor or Specialist
363115 Senior Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farm Worker
363116 Senior Broadacre Crop Farm Worker
363117 Vineyard Supervisor
363199 Senior Aquaculture, Crop and Forestry Workers nec
363211 Senior Beef Cattle Station Worker
363212 Senior Cattle and Sheep Farm Worker
363213 Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker
363214 Senior Piggery Stockperson
363215 Senior Sheep Farm Worker
363299 Senior Livestock Farm Workers nec
391111 Hairdresser
392111 Print Finisher
392112 Screen Printer
392211 Graphic Pre-press Trades Worker
393114 Shoemaker
393311 Upholsterer
394112 Cabinet Maker
394113 Furniture Maker
394211 Furniture Finisher
394212 Picture Framer
394213 Wood Machinist
394299 Wood Machinists and Other Wood Trades Workers nec
399111 Boat Builder and Repairer
399212 Gas or Petroleum Operator
399513 Light Technician
399516 Sound Technician
399599 Performing Arts Technicians nec
399611 Signwriter
399913 Optical Dispenser \ Dispensing Optician
399914 Optical Mechanic
399916 Plastics Technician
399918 Fire Protection Equipment Technician
399999 Technicians and Trades Workers nec
411212 Dental Prosthetist
411214 Dental Therapist
411311 Diversional Therapist
411611 Massage Therapist
411715 Residential Care Officer
421111 Child Care Worker
421114 Out of School Hours Care Worker
431411 Hotel Service Manager
451111 Beauty Therapist
451412 Tour Guide
451612 Travel Consultant
451711 Flight Attendant
452311 Diving Instructor (Open Water)
452313 Horse Riding Coach or Instructor
452321 Sports Development Officer
511111 Contract Administrator
511112 Program or Project Administrator
512111 Office Manager
521212 Legal Secretary
599111 Conveyancer
599211 Clerk of Court
611211 Insurance Agent

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Bridging Visa R

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:37:26 +0000

Bridging Visa R

Bridging Visa R and NZYQ affected cohort

The Migration Amendment (Bridging Visas) Regulations 2024 amend the Migration Regulations 1994 to clarify the circumstances in which the Minister may grant a Bridging R (Class WR) visa (BVR) to the cohort affected by the High Court judgment in NZYQ v Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs
[2023] HCA 37.

The instrument amends regulation 2.04 to clarify that, while the circumstances in which a visa may be granted are generally set out in Schedule 2 to the Regulations, this is subject to other provisions of the Regulations that may deal with the circumstances applicable to grant (such as sub regulation 2.25AB(2).

The instrument amends regulation 2.25AB to remove the requirement to hold a BVR to be eligible for grant of a further BVR under this regulation, and replaces this with a requirement for the Minister to be satisfied that the non‑citizen does not hold a substantive visa, a criminal justice visa or an enforcement visa to be eligible for grant of a BVR under this regulation. The effect of this amendment is to make regulation 2.25AB available to grant either an initial or subsequent BVR to an NZYQ-affected non-citizen, so long as they are not the holder of a substantive visa, criminal justice visa or an enforcement visa.

Bridging Visa R – Removal Pending (RPBV)

Enables the release, pending removal, of people in immigration detention who have been cooperating with efforts to remove them from Australia, but whose removal is not reasonably practicable at that time. This visa can only be applied for on written invitation of the Minister. Applicants must pass the character test and be assessed by ASIO as not being a risk to security.

Bridging Visas

Northern Territory – Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

Bridging Visa R

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Genuine Student (GS)

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:52:21 +0000

Genuine Student (GS)

Genuine Student (GS)

Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) replaced with Genuine Student (GS) for student visas (sc 500)

The GTE requirement applicable to student visas (sc 500) is being replaced with a Genuine Student (GS) requirement from 23 March 2024.

As part of your application for a student visa (subclass 500), previously student visa applicants had to provide a personal statement, in English, that addresses the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement.

This statement must be submitted with your visa application and should explain that:

You are genuinely coming to Australia to study and not for any other reason.
You will only be residing in Australia for the time allowed on your visa (and not overstaying).

As announced in the Migration Strategy released on 11 December 2023, the GTE requirement applicable to student visas (sc 500) is being replaced with a Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

The new GS requirement will have target questions that will provide decision makers with an overview of the applicant and their reasons for wanting to study in Australia.

The intended questions will cover:

details of their current circumstances, including ties to family, community, employment and economic circumstances;
an explanation for the choice of course and reasons for choosing Australia as a study destination;
what benefits the course provides to the applicant;
for applicants with a study history in Australia, details of their study history;
for applicants holding a visa other than a Student visa, their reasons for applying for a student visa; and
any other relevant information the applicant wishes to provide

The GS requirement is planned to commence for student visa applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024. Student visa application lodged before 23 March 2024 will be assessed according to existing arrangements.

The GTE requirement will be retained for Student Guardian (sc 590) visa applications.

The student visa declaration will be amended to require applicants to confirm that they:

understand what it means to be a genuine student for the purposes of studying in Australia;
have read, understand and commit to comply with student visa conditions and to notify the Department of Home Affairs of any changes to their circumstances; and
understand that while post-study pathways to permanent migration are available, only a limited number of graduates will be eligible and those who are unable to remain lawfully in Australia must depart Australia.

As part of the changes Ministerial Direction 69 will be revoked and replaced by two new ministerial directions, which will reflect the intention for the GS requirement to apply after the intended commencement date of 23 March 2024; and then to ensure that the GTE assessment applies to applications that have been lodged and not yet decided before 23 March 2024.

The Department has advised that any further information will be placed on their website closer to the implementation date of 23 March 2024.

Student (sc 500) English language increase

Student visa (sc 500) has an increased English requirement for applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024:

The minimum test score for the for the English proficiency requirement increases from International English language Testing System (IELTS) 5.5. to 6.0 (or equivalent)
The minimum score to undertake a packaged English Language Intenstive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) course increases from IELTS 4.5 to 5.0 (or equivalent)
Students undertaking recognised university foundation or pathway programs that deliver reputable English language training require a score of IELTS 5.5. (or equivalent) these recognised courses will be listed on the Department’s website.
For students studying English only through ELICOS, there will be no change

What evidence and information to include

We encourage applicants to provide evidence or information about:

Previous study

This includes:

Academic transcripts showing qualifications achieved
Name of the education provider(s)
Length of study
Certificates of attainment

Previous study in Australia

This includes:

A complete history of study record(s) in Australia
Reasons for change of course and/or education providers
Details of information on course progress
Study gaps of more than 2 months during an academic year
Any other information the applicant considers relevant to their study record in Australia

Current employment

This includes:

Details of their current employer and company address
Period of employment
Details of position held
The name and contact details of someone who can confirm the circumstances of the declared employment

Circumstances in their home country or country of residence

This includes:

The nature of the applicant’s personal ties eg. example family, community and employment. They will need to provide reasons for not studying in their home country if a similar course is available.

Economic circumstances in home country or country of residence

This includes:

Documents showing employment or business activities for 12 months before lodging an application
Potential employment offers including salary and other benefits, after course completion
Income tax return or bank statements

If there is political and civil unrest and military service commitments in the applicant’s home country that would present as a significant incentive for them to leave their home country, they must provide their reasons and supporting evidence.

How DOHA assess GS

The GS criterion focuses on the assessment of the student’s intention to genuinely study in Australia. It considers factors including the applicant’s:

circumstances
immigration history
compliance with visa conditions and any other relevant matter.

This criterion acknowledges that post-study pathways are available for those who may be eligible.

Situations in their home country (or country of residence)

DOHA consider:

reason for not studying in their home country or region if a similar course is available there
the nature of the applicant’s personal ties to their home country
economic circumstances
military service commitments political and civil unrest in their home country.

Potential situation in Australia

DOHA consider:

level of knowledge of the proposed course and education provider
previous study and qualifications
planned living arrangements
financial stability.

Value of the course to their future

DOHA consider:

if the course is consistent with their current level of education and if the course will assist them to obtain employment or improve employment prospect in their home country or another country.
if the course is relevant to past or proposed future employment in their home country or another country
expected salary and other benefits in their home country or another country obtained with the applicant’s qualifications from the proposed course of study.

Immigration history

DOHA consider:

visa and travel history for Australia and other countries
previous visa applications for Australia or other countries
visa refusals or cancellations.

If the applicant is a minor, DOHA consider the intentions of the parent, legal guardian or spouse.

Direction No. 108

Ministerial Direction No 108 – Assessing the genuine temporary entrant criterion for Student and Student Guardian visa applications sets out the factors that must be taken into account when assessing the genuine temporary entrant criterion for Student visa applications. This Ministerial Direction is made in accordance with section 499 of the Migration Act.

In summary, these factors include:

the applicant’s circumstances in their home country, including the applicant’s economic situation, political and civil unrest in the applicant’s home country, the extent of the applicant’s personal ties to their home country, whether the applicant has sound reasons for not studying in their home country if a similar course is available, and military service commitments that would present as a significant incentive for the applicant not to return to their home country
the applicant’s potential circumstances in Australia, including the extent of the applicant’s ties with Australia that present as a strong incentive to remain in Australia, evidence that the student visa program may be used to circumvent the intention of the migration program, whether the Student visa or the Student Guardian is being used to maintain ongoing residence, the applicant’s knowledge of living in Australia,
and whether the primary and secondary applicants have entered into a relationship of concern
the value of the course to the applicant’s future, including the course’s consistency with the applicant’s current education level, whether the course will assist the applicant to gain employment in their home country, relevance of the course to the applicant’s past or future employment in their home country or a third country, and remuneration and career prospects in the applicant’s home country or a third country to be gained from the
course
the applicant’s immigration history, including visa and travel history for Australia and other countries, previous visa applications for Australia or other countries, and previous travels to Australia or other countries
if the applicant is a minor, the intentions of a parent, legal guardian or spouse of the applicant.
Any other matter relevant to the applicant’s intention to stay in Australia temporarily must also be considered. These factors have been weighed up to make an overall decision. In considering whether the applicant met the genuine temporary entry criterion DHA take into account these factors, consistent with clause 500.212 and Ministerial Direction No 108. The factors were used to weigh up the applicant’s circumstances as a whole, in reaching a finding about whether they satisfy the genuine temporary entrant criterion.

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Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:10:30 +0000

Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

The Government will implement a new Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) program for Indian nationals from 1 November 2024. MATES will provide a new mobility pathway for 3,000 Indian graduates and early career professionals (aged 18 to 30 years at the time of application), with knowledge and skills in targeted fields of study to live and work in Australia for up to two years. The visa will have a pre-application (ballot) charge of $25 and an application charge of $365, both of which will be indexed to the consumer price index in future years.

The Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) is a new scheme, established under the Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement (MMPA) between India and Australia. MATES gives Indian university graduates and early career professionals the opportunity to live and work in Australia for up to two years, and to gain employment and valuable experience in their areas of expertise. The scheme will be 3000 places for primary applicants per program year. Primary applicants will be able to apply to bring dependents. Dependents will be provided work rights and do not count towards the annual cap.

The scheme has no set timeframe for commencement.

Eligibility:

MATES will be open to Indian nationals who:

are aged 30 or younger (inclusive) at the time of application;
have not previously participated in MATES;
have proficient English language skills (overall IELTS or equivalent score of at least 6, with a minimum score of 5 for each of the four parts);
have graduated within 2 years from an eligible educational institution at the time of application; and
hold a qualification (Bachelor’s degree or higher) in one of the following:
– renewable energy
– mining
– engineering
– Information Communications Technology (ICT)
– artificial intelligence (AI)
– financial technology (FinTech)
– agricultural technology (AgriTech).

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Is there Australian employer sponsorship requirement?

There will be no requirement for sponsorship by an Australian employer to be eligible to apply for a visa as part of MATES.

What are the permitted activities?

MATES participants will be able to live and work in Australia for up to 2 years. Whilst there is no strict requirement for visa holders to work in their nominated field of study, it is designed to support young professionals expand their skills and networks, particularly in the sectors listed above.

How many places are available?

MATES will commence as a pilot program with 3,000 places for primary applicants per program year.

Will MATES participants be able to bring their family to Australia?

Participants will be able to apply to bring dependants (spouses and dependent children). Dependants will have work rights in Australia, and will not count towards the annual cap.

How long can visa holders stay in Australia?

Visa holders will have 12 months to make their first entry into Australia, and may stay in Australia for 24 months from the date of first entry. The visa will allow multiple entries to Australia.

Will MATES visa holders be able to extend their stay?

Participants may extend their period of stay in Australia by applying for another visa permitting temporary or permanent residence, provided they meet all eligibility requirements for the visa. MATES participants are not eligible to take part in the Scheme more than once.

How much will the visa cost?

More information about the visa subclass and associated application fees will be available soon.

There may be an additional fee to add subsequent dependent family members to the MATES application. Applicants will be responsible for paying for other costs related to their application, including English language testing fees.

When will MATES commence?

An Implementation Protocol is being developed. It will define the modalities of MATES, ensure diversity, fairness and equity of access, and support the integrity of the Scheme. There is no set timeframe for implementation of MATES.

Northern Territory – Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

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NSW 491 Pathway 1 – Apply directly to NSW

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 01:09:32 +0000

NSW 491 Pathway 1 – Apply directly to NSW

NSW 491 visa Pathway 1 – Apply directly to NSW

NSW Government – Changes to Skilled Work Regional visa Subclass 491 – Pathway 1 – from 3 April 2024

The NSW Government is pleased to announce an important update to the nomination criteria for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) under Pathway 1. Effective immediately. This adjustment will make the pathway more accessible to skilled workers living and working in regional NSW, to better support regional development and the local economy.

Updated Nomination Criteria for Pathway 1
Previously, applicants for Pathway 1 were required to have been living and working in a designated regional area of NSW for at least 12 months with a single regional NSW-based employer, among other requirements. Based on industry feedback at our recent Regional Skilled Migration Seminars we are now reducing this employment duration requirement to 6 months.

Key Changes:

Reduced Employment Duration: Applicants must now be currently living and working in a designated regional area of NSW and have continuously done so for the past 6 months, instead of the previous 12 months.

This change means that more skilled workers will be eligible to apply for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) under Pathway 1, opening up opportunities for those who have been contributing to the regional economy and communities for six months.

Remaining Criteria:

Employment must be with a single regional NSW-based employer working from an established business premises in regional NSW.
The role must be in the applicant’s nominated (or closely related) occupation.
The occupation must be deemed skilled by NSW.
Applicants must be paid a minimum of the TSMIT salary level of $70,000 (prorated if under 38 hours per week) from their qualifying employer in the nominated (or closely related) occupation in the 6 months immediately before applying.

Important Reminders:

Skilled employment must occur after NSW deems the applicant skilled in their occupation and must appear in their SkillSelect EOI.
Applicants must lodge their visa application onshore and must not have a current visa application being decided by Home Affairs for a permanent visa.

Supporting Regional NSW
This policy adjustment is part of our ongoing commitment to support regional NSW by attracting skilled workers to our communities. It reflects our understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by regional employers and migrants, and our dedication to fostering a vibrant, diverse, and economically robust regional NSW.

491 NSW RDA applications open

Applications for New South Wales nomination for the Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa under Pathway 1 are now open. In the following sections, we will provide a detailed explanation of the nomination process and the essential guidelines applicants must follow.

This opportunity is designed to support skilled individuals already contributing to New South Wales’ thriving community and economy.

The Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) allows skilled migrants to live, study and work in designated regional areas for a period of 5 years.

To apply under this pathway, you must:

Confirm Eligibility: Confirm that you meet all visa requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs, as well as the specific NSW nomination criteria.
Submit your EOI: Lodge your EOI through SkillSelect. Ensure your EOI is for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) only and seeking nomination from NSW only. Important: your EOI cannot be amended after you apply. Therefore, ensuring its accuracy and completeness before applying is highly important.
Apply
Assessment: Once your application is submitted, NSW will assess your application against their nomination criteria. This may take up to six weeks.
Outcome: If your application meets the criteria, you will receive an invitation to apply for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) from the Department of Home Affairs.

Key Guidelines for NSW Nomination Application

Before proceeding with the application form for NSW nomination, it’s crucial to understand and adhere to the following guidelines:

Previous NSW Nomination: If you have already been nominated by NSW for any skilled visa, you are ineligible for further NSW nomination.
Single Active Application Rule: You may only have one active NSW nomination application at any time.
Validity of Supporting Evidence: Ensure that all supporting evidence is valid for at least 5 business days from the date of you apply for NSW nomination.
Accuracy of Information: It is imperative that the information provided in your application is accurate and truthful. Incorrect or misleading information may cause delays in the assessment process or lead to your application being declined.

Basic Eligibility

To be eligible for NSW nomination, you must meet the basic criteria outlined below:

Visa Eligibility

You must meet all requirements set for the 491 visa subclass.

Skills Assessment

You must have a valid skills assessment in an occupation on the eligible skilled occupation list for this visa.

Residency

You must be either currently residing:

in NSW and have continuously resided in NSW for a minimum period of three months; or
offshore and have continuously resided offshore for a minimum period of three months.

491 NSW Pathways

Important Information About Submitting an EOI in SkillSelect for NSW Nomination

Submitting an EOI for NSW nomination under the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) requires careful attention. Don’t miss these essential points:

EOI validity: Your EOI must remain valid for the entire assessment period.
EOI Changes: After you directly apply directly for NSW nomination under ‘Pathway 1’, or are invited under ‘Pathway 2’, you cannot modify your EOI.
Specific Visa and State: Your EOI must be exclusively for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) and seeking nomination from NSW only.
Evidence of claims: You must provide evidence for all claims in your EOI with valid documents. Ensure these documents remain valid for at least five business days post-application.
Employment claims: NSW has specific guidelines on the date you can claim skilled employment. These guidelines are unique to NSW and failing to comply will lead to your application being declined.

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Pathway 1 – Apply directly to Investment NSW if you have an established work history with a regional NSW-based employer

To apply directly for NSW nomination under ‘Pathway 1’ you must:

Check Eligibility: Before submitting your EOI in SkillSelect, ensure you meet both the visa and NSW nomination eligibility requirements.
Submit Your EOI: If you meet the criteria, submit an EOI in SkillSelect, specifically requesting NSW nomination for this visa only. Note: Your qualifying employment must be listed in your EOI.
Apply For Nomination
Wait For Your Nomination Assessment: Your application will typically be assessed within six weeks after payment.

Previous NSW skilled occupation list for the 491 visa

1 – Managers

Unit group

1213 – Livestock Farmers

1214 – Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers

1311 – Advertising, Public Relations and Sales Managers

1321 – Corporate Services Managers

1323 – Human Resource Managers

1324 – Policy and Planning Managers

1325 – Research and Development Managers

1331 – Construction Managers

1332 – Engineering Managers

1335 – Production Managers

1336 – Supply, Distribution and Procurement Managers

1341 – Child Care Centre Managers

1342 – Health and Welfare Services Managers

1343 – School Principals

1351 – ICT Managers

1399 – Other Specialist Managers

1492 – Call or Contact Centre and Customer Service Managers

1493 – Conference and Event Organisers

2 – Professionals

Unit group

2124 – Journalists and Other Writers

2221 – Financial Brokers

2223 – Financial Investment Advisers and Managers

2231 – Human Resource Professionals

2241 – Actuaries, Mathematicians and Statisticians

2243 – Economists

2244 – Intelligence and Policy Analysts

2247 – Management and Organisation Analysts

2251 – Advertising and Marketing Professionals

2253 – Public Relations Professionals

2321 – Architects and Landscape Architects

2322 – Surveyors and Spatial Scientists

2323 – Fashion, Industrial and Jewellery Designers

2324 – Graphic and Web Designers, and Illustrators

2332 – Civil Engineering Professionals

2333 – Electrical Engineers

2334 – Electronics Engineers

2335 – Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers

2336 – Mining Engineers

2339 – Other Engineering Professionals

2341 – Agricultural, Fisheries and Forestry Scientists

2342 – Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists

2343 – Environmental Scientists

2347 – Veterinarians

2411 – Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers

2412 – Primary School Teachers

2413 – Middle School Teachers / Intermediate School Teachers

2414 – Secondary School Teachers

2415 – Special Education Teachers

2421 – University Lecturers and Tutors

2512 – Medical Imaging Professionals

2513 – Occupational and Environmental Health Professionals

2515 – Pharmacists

2523 – Dental Practitioners

2524 – Occupational Therapists

2525 – Physiotherapists

2526 – Podiatrists

2527 – Audiologists and Speech Pathologists / Therapists

2531 – General Practitioners and Resident Medical Officers

2532 – Anaesthetists

2541 – Midwives

2542 – Nurse Educators and Researchers

2543 – Nurse Managers

2544 – Registered Nurses

2713 – Solicitors

2721 – Counsellors

2723 – Psychologists

2725 – Social Workers

2726 – Welfare, Recreation and Community Arts Workers

3 – Technicians and Trade Workers

Unit group

3112 – Medical Technicians

3121 – Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians

3122 – Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians

3123 – Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians

3211 – Automotive Electricians

3212 – Motor Mechanics

3222 – Sheetmetal Trades Workers

3223 – Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers

3232 – Metal Fitters and Machinists

3241 – Panelbeaters

3243 – Vehicle Painters

3311 – Bricklayers and Stonemasons

3312 – Carpenters and Joiners

3322 – Painting Trades Workers

3332 – Plasterers

3333 – Roof Tilers

3334 – Wall and Floor Tilers

3341 – Plumbers

3411 – Electricians

3421 – Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics

3422 – Electrical Distribution Trades Workers

3423 – Electronics Trades Workers

3622 – Gardeners

3623 – Sports Turf Managers and Trades Workers

3624 – Nurserypersons

3911 – Hairdressers

3941 – Cabinetmakers

4 – Community and Personal Service Workers

Unit group

4111 – Ambulance Officers and Paramedics

4113 – Diversional Therapists

4117 – Welfare Support Workers

4523 – Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials

5 – Clerical and Administrative Workers

Unit group

5111 – Contract, Program and Project Administrators

5996 – Insurance Investigators, Loss Adjusters and Risk Surveyors

6 – Sales Workers

Unit group

6121 – Real Estate Sales Agents

Participating RDA offices

You can find more information for the individual RDAs by clicking on the tabs below:

Central Coast

APPLICATIONS OPEN 2 NOVEMBER 2022.

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Central Coast region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Central Coast region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Central West

NSW RDA 491 Visa applications open Wednesday 2 November 2022.

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa, and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Central West region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore it is important that you get to know the Central west region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

If you are interested in relocating to the Central West, we encourage you to learn about it.

Far South Coast

Far West

SKILLED WORK REGIONAL VISA (subclass 491) Opens Wednesday 2 November 2022

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Far West Region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Far West region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Illawarra

Murray

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Murray region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Murray region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Northern Inland

Northern Rivers

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Northern Rivers region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Northern Rivers region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Orana

Applications will open on Wednesday, the 2nd of November 2022

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Orana region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Orana region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Riverina

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Riverina region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Riverina region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Southern Inland

NSW RDA 491 Visa applications open Wednesday 2 November 2022.

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Southern Inland region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Southern Inland region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Sydney

Hunter

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) will open on 2 November 2022.

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Hunter region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Hunter region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Mid North Coast

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Mid North Coast region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Mid North Coast region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

There are seven Local Government Areas on the Mid North Coast:

Coffs Harbour City
Bellingen Shire
Nambucca Valley
Kempsey Shire
Port Macquarie-Hastings
Taree Community

Other State Skilled Occupations lists for 190 visa and 491 state sponsored regional visa

Select a state below to see it’s requirements:

Australia

State and territory requirements

Each state and territory has its own list of occupations, requirements and processes you must follow.

More information about the requirements and processes on how Australian states or territories nominate applicants is available.

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Upcoming Immigration Changes 2024

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 23:29:33 +0000

Upcoming Immigration Changes 2024

Upcoming Immigration Changes 2024

Starting July 1, 2024, the Australian Government will introduce substantial changes to immigration policies affecting several visa programs and conditions. These updates will impact business sponsors, skilled migration, and temporary visa holders.

Ending onshore visa hopping

As a measure to restrict visa hopping the media release outlines the following changes to commence from 1 July 2024:

Visitor visa (sc 600) holders will not be able to apply for Student (Sc 500) visas onshore.
Temporary Graduate (Sc 485) visa holders will not be able to apply for Student (Sc 500) visas onshore.

Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) increase

The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) has risen from AUD 70,000 to AUD 73,150. This increase reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that temporary skilled workers are adequately compensated and helps protect the Australian labour market. Employers must comply with this new threshold when sponsoring skilled workers.

Changes to visa conditions for 482, 457, and 494 visas

From 1 July 2024 visa conditions 8107, 8607 and 8608 are changing to help tackle worker exploitation and drive productivity as was outlined within the Migration Strategy.

Temporary Work (Skilled) (Sc 457) visa holders, Temporary Skill Shortage (Sc 482) visa holders and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) (Sc 494) visa holders who stop working with their sponsoring employer will have more time to find a new sponsor, apply for a different visa or arrange to depart Australia.

These visa holders will have up to:

180 days at a time, or
a maximum of 365 days in total across the entire visa grant period.

During this time, visa holders can work for other employers. This includes work in occupations not listed in their most recently approved sponsorship nomination. This will ensure that visa holders can support themselves while they look for a new sponsor.

Unless exempt, a visa holder cannot work for another employer unless they have ceased work with their sponsoring employer. Visa holders must remain in their nominated occupation while working for their existing sponsor.

Sponsors must still let the department know if there is any change in situation within 28 days. This includes ceasing sponsorship or if a visa holder resigns.

Visa holders must not do any work that is inconsistent with any licence or registration needed for their nominated occupation. This includes any conditions or requirements they are subject to.

The changes apply to existing visa holders, as well as those granted a visa on or after 1 July 2024. Any periods a visa holder stopped working for their sponsor before 1 July 2024 will not count towards the new time periods outlined above.

New exemptions for UK citizens on Working Holiday Visas

UK citizens can now benefit from new exemptions under the Working Holiday Visa program. These exemptions include an extension of the eligible age range from 30 to 35 years and the removal of the ‘specified work’ requirement, which typically involves completing certain tasks such as fruit picking, construction labour, or mining activities in designated regional areas of Australia to be eligible for a second or third visa. These changes aim to encourage more young UK citizens to participate in cultural exchange and work opportunities in Australia.

The Australian government released its much-anticipated Migration Strategy, which outlines a new vision for Australia’s migration system and a what to expect in 2024.

The key Australian immigration changes in 2024 are:

Summary	Details
Creation of a new Skills in Demand visa with 3 targeted pathways to encourage migration worker mobility in the labour market. The visa streams will include: 1. Specialist Skills pathway – for highly-skilled migrants that are beneficial to Australia’s national productivity with guaranteed annual earnings at least AUD 135,000 and no less than Australian workers in the same occupation. All occupations except for trades workers, machinery operators and drivers, and labourers will be eligible for this steam; 2. Core Skills pathway – for applicants whose occupation is on a new Core Skills Occupation list which relates to occupations identified by Jobs and Skills Australia as being in shortage and earning at least the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (“TSMIT”); and 3. Essential Skills pathway– this will be for workers paid below AUD 70,000 with essential skills and is still under development by the government. Workers under this pathway are currently sponsored through labour agreements.	The government will implement a new Skills in Demand visa, will replace the current TSS 482 visa. The key aspects of the new Skills in Demand visa are: Three pathways– the visa will be split into three different pathways, set out in detail below Tier 1 – Specialist Skills Pathway, Tier 2 – Core Skills Pathway, Tier 3 – Essential Skills Pathway. Time period– the visa will provide for a 4-year stay for all streams; Service standards– a commitment to median processing times of 21 days. Streamlined labour market testing– the Government has already removed the requirement to advertise (LMT) positions through Workforce Australia, and will subsequently increase the validity period of advertisements from 4 to 6 months; Increased employee mobility– visa holders will have 180 days to find a new sponsor if they cease employment with their sponsor (up from the current 60 day period). Visa holders can also work during this period. Increased pathways to permanent residency– all visa holders will have a pathway to permanent residency, and time spent with any approved employer will count towards permanent residency eligibility (as opposed to the current 186 visa Transition stream). Potential for reduced upfront employer costs– the Government will explore moving employer fees (such as the Skilling Australia Fund) to a monthly or quarterly model, to reduce upfront employer costs. Public sponsor register – the Government will develop a public register of approved sponsors, which will publish the numbers of sponsored workers and their occupations, to assist migrants seeking a new sponsor.
The government will explore a reformed Points Test for permanent skilled migration and a new Talent and Innovation visa for migrants who can drive growth in sectors of Australia’s interest.	The points test will be reviewed. Further consultation will occur on a new points test, with the development of a new analysis-based points test to identify more effectively the independent migrants who will make the greatest contribution to the country. This pathway will have a faster pathway to permanent residence for graduates working in skilled jobs. A new Talent and Innovation visa resulting in a single, streamlined pathway to attract relatively small numbers of highly talented migrants to Australia As the government reviews the new Talent and Innovation visa, no new allocations for the Business Innovation and Invest Program will be provided
Student SC500 visas (GTE and higher English requirements)	For student visa applications, the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement will be replaced with a new Genuine Student (GS) requirement. It will require evidence to help the Department of Home Affairs ensure that applications are received from genuine students. In early 2024, the Australian Government will increase the English language requirements for Student visas. The new English language requirements will better support learning and employment outcomes for you. The test score required for a Student 500 visa will increase from IELTS (or equivalent) 5.5 to 6.0. The test score required for students undertaking an English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) before their main course of study will increase from IELTS (or equivalent) 4.5 to 5.0. The test score required for students undertaking university foundation or pathway programs that deliver reputable English language training will be IELTS (or equivalent) 5.5. Concurrent Confirmation of Enrolment cannot be issued until students have completed 6 months of their courses Increase the amount of saving international students need to prove when apply for a student visa
Simplified Temporary Graduate SC485 visas	The length of post-study work visas will change. However, Australia’s Temporary Graduate visa will still give you time to gain valuable work experience and demonstrate your skills to Australian employers. Reducing the length of Temporary Graduate visas to: Bachelor degree or Masters by coursework: 2 years Masters by research or PhD: 3 years Students in regional areas: eligibility for second visa of 1-2 years in length depending on location If you gain work in a skilled job during your post-study work period, you may be eligible to apply for the new 4-year Skills in Demand visa. This visa provides a clearer pathway to permanent residency. The work experience requirement for the TSS visa and future Skills in Demand visa will be changed for Temporary Graduate 485 visa holders, to enable better transition to a temporary skilled migration visa. Initial stay periods for Indian nationals will not change, as agreed in the Australian-India Economic and Trade Agreement. New age limit for Temporary Graduate visa applicants Temporary Graduate visa applicants will need to be under the age of 35 (down from the current age limit of 50) New English requirement for SC485 visas from early 2024: The test score required for a Temporary Graduate 485 visa will increase from an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score (or equivalent) of 6.0 to 6.5.
Closure of the 408 Covid visa	Pandemic Event 408 Covid visa holders will be able to apply for a subsequent visa after 2 September 2023 until the visa is fully closed by February 2024. All other visa holders will be ineligible for the Pandemic Event visa from 2 September 2023. visa applications lodged before 2 September 2023 will be considered for 12 months validity and 2 years for Temporary Graduate 485 visa holder those lodging a visa application on or after 2 September 2023 must hold a Pandemic Event visa that expires in 28 days or less visa applications lodged on or from 2 September 2023 will be considered for up to 6 months stay. From 2 September 2023, the Pandemic Event visa will only be open to applications from existing Pandemic Event visa holders.
Visa Application Fee increases from July 2024	Current fees can be seen here
State requirements for 190 and 491 visa in 2024	State requirements for 190 visa State requirements for 491 visa
Significant number of changes came into effect on 25 November 2023, these included;	a pathway through the 186 TRT stream to ENS SC 186 (and RSMS SC 187 in some cases) no matter which stream the applicant had been sponsored under on their TSS SC 482 or SC 457 visa applicants holding SC 482 or 457 are now able to apply for SC 186/187 after two years with their sponsor, done from three years applicants sponsored under Labour Agreements (LA) are also able to access these reduced time-frames, where they have not accessed concessions under the agreement. Those who have accessed concession are required to complete the requirements for access to SC 186 visas as per the original LA COVID concessions were also ceased on that date, without prior warning, which led to consequential amendments to a number of visa classes SC 309, 820, 801 and 485 visas can now be granted no matter the location of the applicant at the time of grant SC 309 visa applicants were given direct access to appeal to the AAT for review of visa refusals.

Migration Program Planning

The government will extend migration planning beyond the current 12 month planning cycle to fill critical skills shortages and ensure better collaboration with the states and territories.

Net overseas migration numbers are expected to fall from 510,000 in the 2022-23 financial year to 375,000 next financial year (2023-2024) and 250,000 in 2024-25. The numbers are predicted to stabilise at this lower level from that time on.

International student numbers grew to 270,000 in 2022-23 up from 170,000 in 2028-19 prior to COVID, which also saw a return to Australia of students who had been forced to study online and offshore during the pandemic.

Temporary visa holders, ie Temporary Skilled, Working Holidays Maker and COVID pandemic event visas, accounted for 180,000 places in 2022-23, up from 100,000 in 2018-19.

Student visas (sc 500):

The minimum test score for the for the English proficiency requirement increases from International English language Testing System (IELTS) 5.5. to 6.0 (or equivalent)
The minimum score to undertake a packaged English Language Intenstive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) course increases from IELTS 4.5 to 5.0 (or equivalent)
Students undertaking recognised university foundation or pathway programs that deliver reputable English language training require a score of IELTS 5.5. (or equivalent) these recognised courses will be listed on the Department’s website.
For students studying English only through ELICOS, there will be no change

Temporary Graduate 485 visas

The minimum score required increases from IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 (or equivalent) with a minimum score of 5.5 for each component of the test (reading, writing, speaking and listening)
Passport holders from Hong Kong and British National Overseas (BNO) are not required to meet this increases minimum English language requirement. The settings for this cohort remains at IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent), with a minimum score of 5.0 for each component of the test (reading, writing, speaking and listening)
The test validity window for all Temporary Graduate visa applications decreases from three years to one year. Applicants must provide evidence that they have completed an English language test no more than one year immediately before the date of the visa application.

Despite the document stating that these changes commence on 23 March 2024, there are currently no legislative instruments released on the Federal Register of Legislation that bring these changes into effect.

Reform of Skilled Migration – The Points Test

The Skilled Migration Points Test was introduced through ‘Skill Select’ in 2012, and has not been materially altered since then. Consultation is taking place to establish how the Points Test can be amended, to attract the best candidates to Australia. This will apply to Skilled Visas – Subclasses 189, 190 and 491.

Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa – work experience reduced

The Government will reduce the work experience requirement for the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa from two years to one year for all applicants from 23 November 2024 onwards

Highlights of 2023 – Australia immigration changes

482 TSS and 186 ENS visa changes
The government has already established a direct pathway to Australian citizenship for eligible New Zealanders to reflect the strong ties between the two countries
851 RoS visa- Resolution of Status
485 visa

If you wish to discuss your migration matter, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our team today.

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Australia’s New Migration Strategy

VisaEnvoy: Australian Migration Agents and Lawyers in Melbourne — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 03:59:59 +0000

Migration Strategy Australia

Australia’s New Migration Strategy

Ending onshore visa hopping

As a measure to restrict visa hopping the media release outlines the following changes to commence from 1 July 2024:

Visitor visa (sc 600) holders will not be able to apply for Student (Sc 500) visas onshore.
Temporary Graduate (Sc 485) visa holders will not be able to apply for Student (Sc 500) visas onshore.

The legislative instruments that will bring about these changes have not yet been released.

Permanent Migration Program

The Government will set the 2024–25 permanent Migration Program planning level at 185,000 places and allocate 132,200 places (around 70 per cent) to the Skill stream.

From 2025–26, the Government will extend the planning horizon for the permanent Migration Program from one year to four years. (Budget paper 2, p8) The actions underway as part of the Migration Strategy are delivering a better managed migration system.

Government actions are estimated to reduce net overseas migration by 110,000 people over the forward estimates from 1 July 2024. Net overseas migration is forecast to approximately halve from 528,000 in 2022–23 to 260,000 in 2024–25 (Budget paper 1, p 24)

The long awaited Migration Strategy was released on 11 December 2023. An overview of the new strategy, which is designed to make our skilled migration system more focused on skills required to build productivity and use permanent migration to build and innovative and effective workforce for Australia’s future can be seen below.

Work and Holiday visa – China, Vietnam and India

The Government will introduce a visa pre-application (ballot) process for the capped Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa program for China, Vietnam and India from 2024–25. The ballot process will help to manage program demand and application processing times for these countries. A ballot charge of $25 (indexed to the Consumer Price Index in future years) will apply (Budget paper 1, p 9)

Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

The Government will implement a new Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) program for Indian nationals from 1 November 2024. MATES will provide a new mobility pathway for 3,000 Indian graduates and early career professionals (aged 18 to 30 years at the time of application), with knowledge and skills in targeted fields of study to live and work in Australia for up to two years. The visa will have a pre-application (ballot) charge of $25 and an application charge of $365, both of which will be indexed to the consumer price index in future years (Budget paper 2, p 7).

Extending the validity of the Business Visitor visa for Indian nationals

The validity of the Visitor visa (subclass 600) Business Visitor stream for Indian nationals from up to three years to up to five years. This measure is estimated to increase receipts by $435.0 million and increase payments by $70.9 million over the 5 years from 2023–24

National Innovation visa, replacing the current Global Talent visa

The Government will implement a new National Innovation visa, replacing the current Global Talent visa (subclass 858) from late 2024, to target exceptionally talented migrants who will drive growth in sectors of national importance.

Business Innovation and Investment visa program (BIIP) 188 visa will cease

The Business Innovation and Investment visa program (BIIP) 188 visa will cease, with refunds of the visa application charge provided from September 2024 for those who wish to withdraw their BIIP application. (Budget paper 2, p 136).

Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa – work experience reduced

The Government will also reduce the work experience requirement for the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa from two years to one year for all applicants from 23 November 2024 onwards (Budget paper 2, p 136).

The strategy based on 8 key actions:

Targeting temporary skilled migration to address skills needs and promote worker mobility
Reshaping permanent skilled migration to drive long-term prosperity
Strengthening the integrity and quality of international education
Tackling worker exploitation and the misuse of the visa system
Planning migration to get the right skills in the right places
Tailoring regional visas and the Working Holiday Maker program to support regional Australia and its workers
Deepening our people-to-people ties in the Indo-Pacific
Simplifying the migration system to improve the experience for migrants and employers

Certain parts of the strategy are still to be finalised after further consultation as recommended by the Parkinson review. The key announcements include:

Migration Program Planning

The government will extend migration planning beyond the current 12 month planning cycle to fill critical skills shortages and ensure better collaboration with the states and territories.

Net overseas migration numbers are expected to fall from 510,000 in the 2022-23 financial year to 375,000 next financial year and 250,000 in 2024-25. The numbers are predicted to stabilise at this lower level from that time on.

Temporary visa holders, ie Temporary Skilled, Working Holidays Maker and COVID pandemic event visas, accounted for 180,000 places in 2022-23, up from 100,000 in 2018-19.

Skilled In Demand Visa- Replacement of TSS 482 visa

A new three tiered system of visa pathways (Skills in Demand Visa) to replace the TSS SC 482.

The specialist skills visa pathway will not have an occupational list and a processing turnaround of 7 days. Trades occupations, machinery operators, drivers and labourers will be excluded from this visa class. There will be 3,000 places allocated per year. The ‘specialist skills’ visa for those earning over $135,000 per year.

The core skills visas pathway are expected to provide the majority of visa for the program. trades workers will be required to apply under this visa based on a revised ‘skills in demand list’ developed by Jobs and Skills Australia. The ‘core skills’ visa for the $70-135,000 cohort. Earnings to be at least TSMIT, currently set at $70,000, but to be indexed annually.

The details of the essential skills visa pathway are yet to be finally determined. This visa will involve union oversight, be capped and be restricted to specific sectors. To date the aged care and disability sectors have been mentioned. The ‘essential skills’ visa is for those earning under $70,000.

The visas will be granted for up to 4 years and visa holders will be able to change employers more easily and provide clear pathways to permanent residency. The ‘TSMIT‘ will be indexed annually and a public register of employer sponsors to allow more ease with moving between employers.

Key elements of the Skills in Demand visa include:

Time spent with any approved employer will count towards permanent residence requirements
Skills in Demand visa holders will have access to self-nominated independent permanent pathways, in addition to employer-sponsored pathways
The visa will provide for a 4-year stay for all streams
median processing time of 21 days
Skills in Demand Visa holders will have the ability to move between sponsors with an 180 day time period to find a new sponsor
Streamlined labour market testing (LMT) requirements will be introduced. The requirement to advertise on Workforce Australia has already been removed

Skilling Australians Fund

Consideration will be given to collecting the SAF in smaller increments over time in recognition of the greater freedom of visa holders to change employers. A monthly or quarterly payment model will be explored.

Labour Market Testing

LMT is to be streamlined, although the only announcement so far is that the requirement to advertise on the Workforce Australia site will be abolished. The validity of advertising period will increase from 4 to 6 months.

LMT will be gradually phased out as Jobs and Skills Australia data on skills shortages improves and a Core Skilled Occupation List created as an alternative to LMT.

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Points tests

The points test will be reviewed. Further consultation will occur on a new points test, with the development of a new analysis-based points test to identify more effectively the independent migrants who will make the greatest contribution to the country. This pathway will have a faster pathway to permanent residence for graduates working in skilled jobs.

Temporary 485 Graduate Visa changes 2024

There will be considerable change to the 485 visas as they become more targeted towards international graduates with skills required by Australian employers, including:

reducing the length of stay for these international graduates (see below table)
preventing holders of the new graduate visas from moving back onto student visas
preventing the stay of International graduates without skills in demand from remaining in Australia.
reducing the age eligibility from 50 to 35 years of age
increased English language levels for temporary graduate visas -IELTS 6 to IELTS 6.5
Students studying in regional areas will have eligibility for a second visa of between 1 to 2 years in length depending on their location

Qualification	Period of stay
Bachelor degree or Masters by coursework	2 years
Masters by research of PhD	3 years

Student visas

There will be significant changes to the student visa program, although the number of places will not be capped. Instead other migration levers will be used to control numbers, including;

higher English language levels for student visa applicants
reducing the types of courses eligible for student visas with the focus on retaining tertiary university courses
preventing course swapping
increased funding for visa integrity and to identify the ‘genuine student test‘.

From early 2024, the English requirements for Student visas will be increased to:

IELTS 5.0 or equivalent for ELICOS student visa applicants
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent for student visa applicants undertaking foundation or pathway programs with reputable English language training
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent for other student visa applicants
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent for Temporary Graduate visa applicants

Regional migration

The government has acknowledged the lack of success of current regional migration strategies in attracting migrants to those locations. The government will work closely with the state and territories to provided better targeting of regional population needs. Regional visa applications will also be fast tracked.

Regional migration settings and the Working Holiday Maker program will be reviewed to ensure migration supports development objectives in regional Australia and does not contribute to the exploitation of migrant workers.

Working Holiday Makers

No changes at this stage to the WHM program although the length of stay and the 88 day rules are under consideration.

Global Talent and Business Skills

The Global Talent program will be more sharply focused on a relatively small number of migrants who can make outsized contributions to Australia. There will be consideration of a new ‘talent and innovation’ visa.

The Business Innovation and Investment Program has seen over 80% of company directors invest in small retail or hospitality businesses, rather than in sectors that will drive Australia’s future innovation and productivity. The Significant Investor Visa program looks set to continue with some further adjustment.

Foreign Investment Fees for property

it has also been announced that foreign investors who buy established homes and and higher penalties if they leave them vacant.

The foreign investment fees will be tripled and vacancy fees will be doubled for all foreign owned dwellings purchased since 9 May 2017.

Timelines for implementation of Australia’s New Migration Strategy

English Language requirements

Visa type	Current	Future	Implementation
Temporary Graduate 485 visa (TGV) – The Government will increase the minimum score required for a TGV from IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 (or equivalent¹), with a minimum score of 5.5 for each component of the test (reading, writing, speaking and listening). – The Government will decrease the test validity window for a TGV from 3 years to 1 year. TGV applicants will need to provide evidence that they have completed an English Language test 1 year immediately before the date of the visa application.	6.0	6.5	Early 2024 Changes to English language requirements will apply to all Student and Temporary Graduate visa applications lodged on and after the day of commencement.
Student visa (subclass 500) – The Government will increase the minimum score required for a Student visa from IELTS 5.5 to 6.0 (or equivalent²).	5.5	6.0
ELICOS – The Government will increase the minimum score required to undertake a packaged ELICOS from IELTS 4.5 to 5.0. – For those students studying English only through ELICOS, there will be no change given the generic nature of their study.	4.5	5.0
University Foundation or Pathway programs – The test score required for students undertaking university foundation or pathway programs that deliver English language training will be IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent).	5.5	5.5	Further consultation will be conducted on other pathway programs in 2024.

¹ Other English test provider equivalent scores: OET (C+); TOEFL iBT (79); PTE Academic (57); Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) (176), accepted if test is taken on or after 1 January 2015.

² Other English test provider equivalent scores: TOEFL iBT (60) accepted if test is taken on or before 25 July 2023; Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) (169); Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) (50); Occupational English Test (B for each of the four components).

Student processing priorities and Genuine Student requirements

Measure		Implementation
Ministerial Direction No. 107 The order for considering and disposing of Student Guardian visa applications and offshore Subclass 500 (Student) visa applications.	Ministerial Direction No.107 establishes prioritisation of processing Student and Student Guardian visa caseloads based on the risk- level of providers.	Commenced 15 December 2023. Ministerial Direction 107 sets out the overall priorities for the processing of offshore Subclass 500 (Student) visa applications and Student Guardian visa applications. It prioritises processing of applications in accordance with provider level risk, as assessed by their evidence level under the Simplified Student Visa Framework SSVF. Under the Ministerial Direction, higher risk providers will experience slower processing times as visa decision makers consider the integrity of a provider, as well as the individual applications.
		In short, all visa applications will continue to be processed but low risk applications are given priority.
Ministerial Direction on Genuine Student requirement	This Ministerial Direction will outline key areas of consideration to support decision makers, including the circumstances of the applicant, such as their academic or career progression and the usefulness of the intended study to their future career prospects. The Direction will be clear in setting the expectations of students who come to complete study in Australia. Those who do not meet those requirements will not be granted a student visa.	Early 2024 The ‘Genuine Student’ Ministerial Direction will apply to Student and Student Guardian applications made on and after the day of commencement (to be determined). Student visa applicant form changes will reflect required information under the Genuine Student requirement, including the applicant’s knowledge of and interest in their chosen course of study and a declaration that confirms that the applicant: · understands what it means to be a genuine student; · understands and intends to comply with their visa conditions; and
		· understands that post-study pathways to permanent residence are limited.

25 November 2023 Changes

As you maybe be aware a significant number of changes came into effect last Saturday 25 November 2023, these included;

a pathway through the 186 TRT stream to ENS SC 186 (and RSMS SC 187 in some cases) no matter which stream the applicant had been sponsored under on their TSS SC 482 or SC 457 visa
applicants holding SC 482 or 457 are now able to apply for SC 186/187 after two years with their sponsor, done from three years
applicants sponsored under Labour Agreements (LA) are also able to access these reduced time-frames, where they have not accessed concessions under the agreement. Those who have accessed concession are required to complete the requirements for access to SC 186 visas as per the original LA
COVID concessions were also ceased on that date, without prior warning, which led to consequential amendments to a number of visa classes
SC 309, 820, 801 and 485 visas can now be granted no matter the location of the applicant at the time of grant
SC 309 visa applicants were given direct access to appeal to the AAT for review of visa refusals.

Given the impact of the cessation of the COVID concession, we recommend booking an appointment to discuss your case.

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Northern Territory – Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

Northern Territory – 491 Visa Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)

2024-25 State and territory nomination allocations – Northern Territory

What is a Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa?

What is the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa?

What is a Northern Territory Government nomination?

NT Nomination Application Steps

Visa Eligibility

NT Nomination Eligibility

If you already live in Australia – NT graduates

Eligibility for a subclass 190 nomination

Eligibility for a subclass 491 nomination

If you already live in Australia – Other NT residents

Eligibility for a subclass 190 nomination

Eligibility for a subclass 491 nomination

If you apply from outside Australia

Commitment to the NT

Occupation

Financial capacity to settle in the NT

Select a state below to see it’s 190 visa requirements:

State and territory requirements

Recent News

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

Ending ‘visa hopping’ – 600 and 485 visas to student

Ending onshore visa hopping (1 July 2024 changes)

Restricting onshore visa hopping to the Student visa program

Recent News

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

35 Years or Under Age Limit for 485 Visa – (50 for Masters by research and PhD)

Changes to the Temporary Graduate visa program – proposed 1 July 2024

Graduate Work stream – Post-Vocational Education Work stream

Post-Study Work stream – Post-Higher Education Work stream

Second Post-Study Work stream

Replacement stream

Recent News

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL)

CSOL Confident On List

CSOL Confident Off List

CSOL Targeted for Consultation

Bridging Visa R

Bridging Visa R and NZYQ affected cohort

Bridging Visa R – Removal Pending (RPBV)

Recent News

Genuine Student (GS)

Genuine Student (GS)

Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) replaced with Genuine Student (GS) for student visas (sc 500)

The GTE requirement will be retained for Student Guardian (sc 590) visa applications.

Student (sc 500) English language increase

What evidence and information to include

Previous study​​

Previous study in Australia​​​

Current employment​​

Circumstances in their home country or coun​try of residence

Economic circumstances in home country or country of residence

How DOHA​​ assess GS

Situations in their ​​​home country (or country of residence)

Potential situation in Australia

Value​​ of the course to their future

Immigration ​history

Direction No. 108

Recent News

Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

Eligibility:

Recent News

NSW 491 Pathway 1 – Apply directly to NSW

NSW 491 visa Pathway 1 – Apply directly to NSW

NSW Government – Changes to Skilled Work Regional visa Subclass 491 – Pathway 1 – from 3 April 2024

491 NSW RDA applications open

Key Guidelines for NSW Nomination Application

Basic Eligibility

Visa Eligibility

Skills Assessment

Residency

Important Information About Submitting an EOI in SkillSelect for NSW Nomination

Pathway 1 – Apply directly to Investment NSW if you have an established work history with a regional NSW-based employer

Previous NSW skilled occupation list for the 491 visa

Previous study

Previous study in Australia

Current employment

Circumstances in their home country or country of residence

How DOHA assess GS

Situations in their home country (or country of residence)

Value of the course to their future

Immigration history