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28/09/2024

https://m.economictimes.com/nri/work/australia-to-offer-1000-work-and-holiday-visas-to-indians-starting-oct-1/amp_articleshow/113704667.cms

Australia will offer up to 1,000 Work and Holiday visas annually to Indian citizens starting October 1, as part of the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement. Indian nationals aged 18 to 30 can apply for a one-year visa to work, study, and travel across Australia, enhancing bilater...

25/09/2024

Update from INZ: Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
Further checks and policy changes were introduced in the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) earlier this year which mean there are additional requirements for many applications. This has resulted in processing times across the 3 stages of the AEWV scheme taking longer.

Incomplete applications are a significant factor to current processing times. All the required information must be submitted with applications to help prevent further delays.

Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has seen reduced volumes of incoming applications since the policy changes in the job check and work visa stages however, we are receiving more complex applications. The decrease in volumes has been primarily driven by a significant decrease in ANZSCO skill level 4-5 roles.

Decline and withdrawal rates have increased across the three AEWV stages. This trend was already emerging prior to the policy changes following changes to assessment processes in the second half of 2023.

Incomplete applications across the three AEWV stages remains high, and a variety of different communications and engagements were completed during August to help improve the quality of information being provided at submission.

Given the scale of change being managed across AEWV, it remains extremely difficult to forecast with any degree of certainty how incoming volumes across the AEWV stages will track or the completeness and complexity of applications received.

Volumes and performance are being carefully monitored and we will continue to adjust our planning as appropriate.

For more information, please see our website: Accredited Employer Work Visa https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/media-centre/common-topics/accredited-employer-work-visa-aewv — Immigration New Zealand

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20/09/2024

We are pleased to announce that we are now officially licensed migration agents for New Zealand!

RealMe is a service from the New Zealand government and New Zealand Post that includes a single login, letting you use one username and password to access a wide range of services online.

01/09/2024

Australian crossbench MPs have joined calls for a permanent residency pathway for 8,500 asylum seekers living with visa uncertainty, with limited rights to work, study and access welfare.

The open letter follows the death of 23-year-old Mano Yogalingam, who arrived in Melbourne in 2012, but who last week set himself on fire after campaigning for change.

Introduced by the Coalition in 2014, the fast track scheme barred anyone who arrived by boat before offshore processing - including those found to be refugees - from gaining permanent residency. Labor has since given a path to permanancy for 19,000 considered refugees by the pared back system.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said that any su***de is a tragedy, and that "my heart goes out to this person's family."

** If this story has raised issues for you or someone you know, you can get support from Lifeline in Australia at any time on 13 11 14 **

Australian crossbench MPs have joined calls for a permanent residency pathway for 8,500 asylum seekers living with visa uncertainty, with limited rights to w...

01/08/2024

Our Success Story !
Subclass 482 (subsequent entrant) visas granted !
#14
Nationality : SRI LANKAN
Congratulations Mrs Ganegoda and twins !!!!

We encourage all to seek professional help from Australian Registered Migration Agents. (RMAs)
You can find registered agents from OMARA website which is monitored by the Australian Government Agencies.

30/07/2024

Contact us today for your Australian Student Visa pathways !!!

21/07/2024

Skilled program for Victoria and Business visa updates for FY2025

03/07/2024

Summary of the Migration Amendment (Graduate Visas) Regulations 2024
The Migration Amendment (Graduate Visas) Regulations 2024 introduces significant changes to the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) and closes the Skilled-Recognised Graduate visa (subclass 476). Key changes include:

Simplification of Temporary Graduate Visa:

Graduate Work Stream renamed: Now called the Post-Vocational Education Work Stream.
Eligibility Changes: Requires applicants to hold an associate degree, diploma, or trade qualification related to their nominated occupation.
Age Limit Reduced: Maximum eligible age reduced from 50 to 35 years (except for certain passport holders and higher degree graduates).
Post-Higher Education Work Stream:

New Naming: The Post-Study Work Stream is renamed the Post-Higher Education Work Stream.
Two-Year Extension Ceased: The previous two-year extension for certain qualifications will no longer be available from 1 July 2024.
Transition Pathways: Graduates can transition from Post-Study Work to Post-Higher Education Work Stream.
Closure of the Replacement Stream:

Stream Closed: The Replacement Stream is closed to new applications from 1 July 2024.
Transitional Pathways:

Regional Pathways: Transitional pathways are available for existing Temporary Graduate visa holders to apply for subsequent visas based on regional study and work.
Closure of Skilled-Recognised Graduate Visa:

Subclass 476 Closed: This visa is closed to all applicants from 1 July 2024.
Consultation and Compatibility:

Extensive consultation was conducted with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies and education sector representatives.
The regulations are compatible with human rights obligations, aiming to reduce 'permanently temporary' migrants and improve labour market outcomes.
The amendments aim to streamline visa processes, support early career professionals, and ensure better alignment with Australia’s migration policy priorities. The changes will come into effect on 1 July 2024.

28/06/2024

Our Success Story !
Subclass 500 (dependent) granted !
#13
Nationality : SRI LANKAN

Congratulations Ms Wanigasekara !!!!

The client came to us with two previous visa refusals for the same subclass. Due to lack of professional help from her previous student consultants in Sri Lanka. Our professional help and guidance have helped her to secure her visa in the 3rd round.

This is why we encourage all to seek professional help from Australian Registered Migration Agents. (RMAs)
You can find registered agents from OMARA website which is monitored by the Australian Government Agencies.

13/06/2024

Our success stories !
Skill Assessment got granted !!!
Congratulations to Ms Mudiyanselage.
ANZSCO CODE: 423312 Nursing Support Officer

13/06/2024

Student visa updates !!

12/06/2024

Our Success Story !
Subclass 155 granted !
#12
Nationality : BRITISH CITIZEN

07/06/2024

Another subclass 600 was granted !!

Our Success Story !
Subclass 600 granted !
#11
Nationality : AFGHANISTAN

06/06/2024

Official message issued by Australian Prime Minister for the official ceremony of planting the sacred Bodhi tree in Australia.

Australia values and respects multiculturalism and all faiths. Proud and sacred moment for all Australians!!!

ජයශ්‍රී මහා බෝධි රාජයාණන් වහන්සේගේ අංකුර බෝධින් වහන්සේ ඔස්ට්‍රේලියාවට වැඩම කරවා රෝපණය කිරීමේ නිළ මහොත්සවය වෙනුවෙන් *ඔස්ට්‍රේලියානු අගමැති ඇන්තනී ඇල්බනීසි මහතා විසින් නිකුත් කරන ලද නිළ පණිවුඩය.*

*උත්තම ජය ශ්‍රී මහා බෝධි “රෝපණාභිවන්දනා”*

06/06/2024

Our Success Story !
Subclass 600 granted !
#10
Nationality : AFGHANISTAN

04/06/2024

The Australian Government has introduced the Australian Passports Amendment (2024 Measures No. 1) Determination 2024, which aims to strengthen the legal framework for disclosing personal information to support identity verification services such as the Document Verification Service (DVS) and Face Verification Service (FVS). This legislative amendment, issued by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, is designed to enhance the security and efficiency of identity verification processes while upholding individual privacy.

Key Highlights:

Legislative Authority: The amendment is enacted under the Australian Passports Act 2005, specifically sections 46 and 57, which permit the disclosure of personal information to designated individuals for identity verification purposes.

Purpose: The primary objective is to facilitate participation in the DVS and FVS, which are essential for verifying biometric and biographic information on identity credentials, including Australian passports.

Background: This amendment is supported by the Identity Verification Services Act 2023 and the Identity Verification Services (Consequential Amendments) Act 2023, which collectively ensure the secure and efficient operation of identity verification services.

Details: The amendments to the Australian Passports Determination 2015 include:

Provision for automated disclosures of personal information.
Mechanisms for verifying identity against government records.
Clear guidelines for the secure and responsible sharing of personal data.
Human Rights Compatibility: The legislative instrument is aligned with human rights principles, ensuring that any limitations on privacy are justified, necessary, and proportionate, thereby protecting against identity fraud and enabling access to critical services.

This amendment signifies a crucial advancement in Australia's identity verification infrastructure, promoting both security and privacy for individuals utilizing government and industry services.



Source:
https://migrationalliance.com.au/images/easyblog_images/5725/Australian-Passports-Amendment-2024-Measures-No-1-Determination-2024---legislation.pdf

https://migrationalliance.com.au/images/easyblog_images/5725/Australian-Passports-Amendment-2024-Measures-No-1-Determination-2024.pdf

01/06/2024

Think ahead, good education and dedication matters.