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DIAC figures indicate that there has been a further increase in 457s being granted to Irish citizens
As indicated by the following: Almost 1000 (970 to be precise) 457 visas were issued to Irish citizens in July 2012 alone. This is… Read More
Mike Tyson unlikely to pass character test to be able to tour Australia.
Mike Tyson may be unable to fulfill his speaking tour commitments in Australia due to his criminal record. In 1992, he was sentenced to a… Read More
SkillSelect – an Update – 10,000 EOIs lodged, and 500 invitations issued since 1 July 2012, mainly for health professionals, ICT analysts, programmers and accountants
Since the new SkillSelect system took effect on 1 July 2012: 10,000 skilled applicants have lodged an expression of interest since 1 July via the… Read More
What is required to apply for Australian citizenship as a permanent resident?
To apply for Australian citizenship as a permanent resident, you must: have been living in Australia on a valid Australian visa for 4 years immediately… Read More
Proposed changes to working holiday visa
The Australian Tourist Export Council (“ATEC”) has recently proposed to the DIAC five major policy adjustments to the Australian Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417). The… Read More
Can you claim your superannuation?
If you are a temporary resident in Australia whose temporary visa has ceased to have effect or has been cancelled, then you can claim your… Read More
Non-decision ready ENS/RSMS Processing Times extend from 4 months, to 9 months!
DIAC warn that there will be lengthy and inconsistent processing times for ENS and RSMS applications, due to the “rush” of applications lodged before 1… Read More
New tough character test will make it difficult for anyone with a criminal history to secure a visa
The Minister for the DIAC announced that the government will implement tougher character assessment for migrants, and provide greater detail on the key principles that… Read More
What are the issues associated with working in Australia without work rights?
Proposed changes to the immigration legislation will increase the penalties for employers who hire illegal workers. The proposed Migration Amendment (Reform of Employer Sanctions) Bill… Read More
Government proposes to change laws to punish employers of illegal workers
Proposed changes to the immigration legislation will increase the penalties for employers who hire illegal workers. The proposed Migration Amendment (Reform of Employer Sanctions) Bill… Read More