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The Victorian Government has reached full capacity for visa allocations in the 2023-24 program year. Consequently, Registrations of Interest will no longer be considered or selected for this period.   Victoria was granted a total of 3,300 skilled visa nomination places by the Australian Government for 2023-24. This allocation encompassed 2,700 places for the Skilled […]

As of June 6, 2024, the Tasmanian Skilled Migration State Nomination Program for the 2023-24 year has officially closed to new Registrations of Interest (ROIs). This closure means that no further ROIs will be accepted for this program year.   If you have already received an invitation to submit an application for nomination but have […]

Starting July 1, 2024, significant changes are set to impact visa applicants to Australia, particularly concerning visa medicals and provisional visas. These changes, outlined under the revised public interest criteria (PIC) 4005 and 4007, underscore Australia’s stringent health requirements for incoming migrants.   Under the amended regulations, most visa applicants will be required to undergo […]

In a bid to address concerns regarding ‘visa hopping’ and maintain the integrity of Australia’s immigration system, the government has announced further tightening of student visa regulations. This move, spearheaded by Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil, reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that visa programs are not exploited for purposes other than their intended use. […]

In a significant development for the Australian Working Holiday visa program, UK nationals are set to enjoy exemptions from regional work requirements starting from July 1, 2024. This groundbreaking change stems from the promises outlined in the Australia-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (A-UK FTA), signed on December 17, 2021, and enacted on May 31, 2023. […]