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The Federal Budget has been passed and the most exciting aspect in terms of migration is that there is no excitement: migration planning levels will remain the same for the next program year with a continued focus on onshore applications and partner visas.
Read MoreSome of the most popular occupations for Subclass 189 – Skilled – Independent visas and Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visas sponsored by an eligible relative have received zero invitations to apply for these visas and it appears will not for the rest of the program year.
Read MoreAn update from the Department of Education, Skills and Employment states the major skilled occupation review process that would have affected many skilled visas has been “put aside” due to COVID-19. While this may be relief for some, it may also have disadvantaged others.
Read MoreFrom 20 January 2021 international graduates will be able to apply for a second Subclass 485 - Temporary Graduate visa under the Post-Study stream. Whether they are granted a further year or two years depends on which regional area they studied, lived and worked. Holders of this visa will need to abide by new visa condition 8610.
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