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Consequences of Receiving Unlawful Migration Advice

As Australia is one of the most sought destinations in the world for Immigration, there are a lot information circulating about Australian Immigration in the social media channels as well as other sources. Although Immigration advice can only be provided by an Immigration Lawyer and Registered Migration Agent, it is very common seeing individuals and […]

Pacific Engagement Visa program – legislation passed through Senate

The Albanese government has passed legislation allowing up to 3,000 individuals each year from Pacific nations to settle permanently in Australia via the Pacific Engagement Visa program. A landmark decision considering this is the first pathway for Pacific Island nationals into our permanent migration program. While the intended start date of the 1st July 2023 […]

Options for Unauthorised Maritime Arrivals in Australia

Services Audit- Crystal Migration

Introduction When people arrive in Australia by sea without permission, it’s legally complicated. Section 46A is a big hurdle for those trying to get a visa after entering the country this way. But there’s a potential solution – ministerial intervention under Section 46A(2). Understanding the Bar in Section 46A This bar can be lifted through […]

English Tests for Permanent Resident Visas

One of the requirements required of applicants by the Department of Home Affairs for the application of permanent residence visas is a minimum level of English. Overall, the required English language level is “Competent” for the main applicant and “Functional” for secondary applicants over 18 years of age, unless applicants are exempt from English Test […]

Navigating Domestic Violence as the holder of a Partner Visa

Sadly, the number of domestic violence has increased over the years. In many cases, these victims are foreigners holding a temporary Partner Visa. The Department of Home Affairs has a serious approach and provides zero tolerance to domestic violence.  Those who are victims can still be assessed for the Permanent Partner Visa and remain in […]

The basics when considering sponsoring a worker

Australia is heavily reliant of foreign workforce, and it is very common to see businesses across the country employing temporary visa holders. There are ways and avenues to retain these workers by offering a sponsorship to a visa to remain in Australia.  Below are the steps to follow when you wish to sponsor a foreign […]

Benefits of becoming an accredited business sponsor

Sponsorship obligation to equivalent terms and conditions of employment – Impact of anticipated changed in the new financial year

Becoming a standard business sponsor allows businesses to sponsor foreign nationals to work in highly skilled occupations. This agreement is an agreement with the Australian government that allows certain Australian businesses to sponsor overseas citizens, allowing the business to fill skill shortages where suitably qualified individuals cannot be sourced locally. The Standard Business Sponsorship remains […]

Change to LMT Requirements

For employers seeking to sponsor foreign workers, it’s crucial to be aware of a recent change in the Department’s policy concerning the duration of job advertisements for LMT. This change can have a significant impact on the approval of nomination applications. What’s the Recent Change?  The change pertains to the length of job advertisements. Previously, […]

Fast-tracked pathway to PR announced

The Department of Home Affairs made an announcement during the recent MIA conference that they will be implementing long-awaited ENS reforms on November 25, 2023. November 25, 2023 has been set as the launch date for the updates to the Employer Sponsored migration program. This means that Subclass 482 Temporary Skills Shortage visa holders may […]