Skilled Migration

A Review of the Migration System – summary of announced changes

1st May 2023

On 2 September 2022, the Minister for Home Affairs, the Hon Clare O’Neil MP announced a comprehensive review of Australia’s migration system. In April 2023, the Minister announced anticipated changes to the current system. Below is a summary of the announced changes noting we are yet to see published changes to the law. Pathway to…

You may be able to apply for the General Skilled Migration visa even if your skills assessment has expired

16th February 2023

Skilled Visas: Sometimes the voice of reason prevails – but sometimes (often) it takes a court ruling on the interpretation of the words in the law. In the world of skilled visas, you have to have a suitable skills assessment at the time of invitation – the invitation cones as a response to an ‘Expression…

Skilled Migrants Get Easier Pathway to Permanent Residence Amid Pandemic – TSS subclass 482 Visa

16th February 2023

From 1 July 2022, the Minister made legal changes to allow skilled migrants who stayed in Australia during the pandemic to have better access to permanent residence. A positive change for Australian businesses skilled migrants, and the community. The change is that Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) subclass 482 visa holders who have been in Australia…

Stay Ahead in the Permanent Residency Race: Understanding the Changes to Australia’s Skilled Occupation Lists

8th February 2023

Sometimes laws change slowly. But sometimes the law can change quickly and create new opportunities. Equally though, change can take away opportunities. We can advise you on how best to take advantage of your options now to avoid missing out on Permanent Residency opportunities. On 19 April 2017, the Minister replaced the Skilled Occupation Lists…

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