A new version of TradeSET
A new version of TradeSET
TradeSET is an online tool that assists overseas trained trades people to determine whether or not their skills and training match those required to work… Read More
Further news on how 457 holders can still use the living away from home allowance…
In October 2011, foreign workers were told that they would no longer be able to claim the living away from home allowance after 1 July… Read More
Proposed reforms to the work visa (employer nomination) scheme
DIAC have announced significant changes to the employer nomination scheme, effective 1 July 2012. Applicants for the newly named Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa… Read More
Age limits lifted and foreign workers on work visas can now apply for PR if they (1) are under 50 years old, OR (2) earn more than $118,000 and have been here for 4 years on a 457
The age limit for accessing some skilled visas has also been extended upwards from 45 to 49 thus allowing older foreign workers to secure permanent… Read More
DIAC Reforms to ENS and RSMS likely to be implemented on 1 July 2012.
The permanent employer-sponsored program is being reviewed. This will effect RSMS (the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme) and work visas (also known as the Employer Nomination… Read More
VETASSESS changes requirements for skills assessments for general professional occupations.
Turnaround Current turnaround time (March 2012) for our general professional occupations is 12 to 16 weeks for full assessments (of qualifications and employment). Applications will… Read More
Rumours of Changes to ENS/RSMS and Business Skills Visas
The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship has advised that: contrary to rumours circulating the industry, there will be no changes to the ENS/RSMS and Business… Read More
NSW and the Australian Capital Territory are the only two States where working parents on 457 work visas pay fees to send their children to a state school.
The current charges are between $4,500 and $5,500, and there are currently 2,600 children enrolled in NSW public schools, paying fees exceeding $12m. NSW Minister… Read More
Once a company is allowed to employ foreign workers on 457 work visas, they need to protect that right or it will be lost.
DIAC has removed a Victorian company’s right to hire 457 skilled migrant workers following findings that the company had underpaid staff, permitted casual work conditions… Read More
Is my occupation on the skilled sponsored list?
You can find this information on the ComLaw website: 457 SKILLED OCCUPATION LIST… Read More