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What is the minimum turnover and company size you need to sponsor overseas workers?

Companies frequently find themselves in need of skilled international labour to stay competitive and thrive. The question that often arises is, ‘What’s the minimum business size required to sponsor overseas workers?’ and ‘How much turnover is required to sponsor?’ The answer depends on a combination of factors that demonstrate a genuine need for foreign talent […]

The importance of an Inclusive Working Environment for International Workers

The international workforce is essential for the maintenance of the Australian Economy and the continuity of service provision, including basic essential services such as health and infrastructure. The lack of qualified workers in the Australian market opens doors for internationals to come to Australia for working opportunities and a better quality of life. Therefore, an […]

Costs of Sponsoring – Provision for refunds

As part of the process of requirements for nominating an overseas worker, a business is required to pay a nomination training contribution charge – now referred to as the Skilling Australians Fund Levy. The Skilling Australians Fund levy was established to ensure the businesses which employ foreign workers are also skilling Australians.   The SAF Levy […]

What is the minimum turnover and company size you need to sponsor overseas workers?

Companies frequently find themselves in need of skilled international labour to stay competitive and thrive. The question that often arises is, ‘What’s the minimum business size required to sponsor overseas workers?’ and ‘How much turnover is required to sponsor?’ The answer depends on a combination of factors that demonstrate a genuine need for foreign talent […]

New Skilled Refugee Labour Agreement Pilot Program

In a step towards inclusivity and humanitarian support, a new pilot program under the Labour Agreement stream has been announced. With 150 refugees already securing jobs, the program was recently extended on 1 July to include 500 additional primary applicants and their families until 30 June 2025. The program’s key features include: Open to 800 […]

New 3 Tiered Approach to skilled migration

Australia’s Minister of Home Affairs has introduced a new three-tiered skilled migration system to align with the nation’s economic needs. It will look something like this: We hope that this new system will streamline immigration procedures and accommodate migrants from all areas of the workforce.

Employer Sponsored – Pathway to PR in the Works

Australia is gearing up for significant changes and here’s a look at the latest updates: Earlier this year, the Minister for Home Affairs announced that by the end of 2023, all temporary skilled workers in Australia would have a pathway to Permanent Residency. This was met with enthusiasm from those hoping to make Australia their […]

Changes to Australia’s Protection System

Australia is one of the countries that covers the protection and refugee visa. Recently, Australia has received several refugees, mainly from regions of conflict and war, lately from Afghanistan and Ukraine respectively. Good news is coming as on October 5th 2023 the Australian Government announced the allocation of AUD $160 million in support to the […]