The latest on Australian visas and immigration
Becoming an Australian Citizen by Descent – A Path for Those Born Abroad
Australia is a nation built on migration, with many citizens tracing their heritage back to different parts of the world. For those born outside Australia to Australian parents, citizenship by…
Becoming an Australian Citizen by Conferral
As we near Citizenship Day on 17 September, Australians have an opportunity to reflect on the meaning and importance of Australian citizenship and the responsibilities and privileges we have as…
Restaurant (premium dining) industry Labour Agreement
The Restaurant (premium dining) industry Labour Agreement, also commonly known as the Fine Dining Labour Agreement is a specific labour agreement available in Australia designed to address skills shortages in…
Minister for Home Affairs announces changes to onshore visa applications to stop ‘visa hopping’
On Wednesday 12 June 2024, the Minister for Home Affairs the Hon. Clare O’Neil MP announced changes that will stop certain visa holders being able to make further visa applications…
A Digital Nomad’s Guide to Australia on a Subclass 600 Visa
In an era where remote work continues to thrive, the concept of being a digital nomad has gained significant traction. As boundaries blur and opportunities become global, many adventurous souls…
Important Changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Effective from 1 July 2024
The Australian government is making a significant update to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), reflecting its ongoing commitment to maintaining fair wages and conditions for skilled migrants. From…
How to review a migration decision in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT)
One of the questions we are asked regularly when a client has a visa refused is – What are my chances of success if I appeal? Statistics would seem to indicate…
Prospective Marriage Visa v Partner Visa
When it comes to immigration and settling down with your significant other in Australia, there are different visa options to consider depending on your circumstances. One of the main options…
English language requirement tightened for Student and Temporary Graduate Visa Applicants
The Australian Government has recently announced new English language requirements for Student and Temporary Graduate visa applications. These changes are intended to ensure that international students and graduates have a…
New Visa Pathway for India: Exploring the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-Professionals Scheme (MATES)
On 23 May 2023, Australia and India entered into a new visa scheme which has finally come to fruition. The Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-Professionals Scheme (MATES) is a program…
Working Holiday Maker program – Changes to the work limitation
All visas under the Working Holiday Maker program come with a work limitation condition attached. This is condition 8547. Condition 8547 limits the visa holder from working for one employer…
Australia’s High Court finds Indefinite Immigration Detention is Unlawful and Unconstitutional
Last month, Australia’s High Court determined that keeping migrants in immigration detention for an indefinite period of time custody was unlawful and unconstitutional. This is a dramatic shift in the…