International students inbound on pilot programs, business travellers floated, all only once state borders open

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International students inbound on pilot programs, business travellers floated, all only once state borders open

Late last week, firm words from the prime minister were directed towards his state and territory counterparts to open their borders as this would be a precondition before international borders are opened. The initial stages, likely in July 2020, will see international students enter Australia on pilot programs with select institutions and with the possibility of international business travellers allowed to enter too (or shortly after) according to the health minister.

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Global (Distinguished) Talent Independent Program…another roll of the innovation visa dice

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Global (Distinguished) Talent Independent Program…another roll of the innovation visa dice

Details that candidates for the Global Talent Independent Program will be applying for a Distinguished Talent visa was made known yesterday in an email to stakeholders and on the Department of Home Affairs’ website. While this makes good sense, being able to ascertain the effectiveness of the program will be much harder down the years, not least because distinguished talent visas are permanent visas.

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494/491 visas: Regional postcodes and certifying bodies registered

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494/491 visas: Regional postcodes and certifying bodies registered

The legislative instrument that consolidates what is defined as a regional area and designated regional area has been registered. This affects a number of visas, but perhaps affect the Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa and Subclass 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visas most. The list of Regional Certifying Bodies (RCBs) for 494 nominations have also been registered.

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Distinguished Talent visas can now be lodged online

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Distinguished Talent visas can now be lodged online

Distinguished Talent visas, which are subclass 124 and 858 visas, can now be made online through the Department of Home Affairs’ website. This is different from an Internet application, which is also explained as well as the benefits and detriments to both methods.

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