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For the first time in many years three skilled visas have been added to the small list of visas for those affected by the infamous section 48 bar from 13 November 2021. New streams for the 189 and 191 permanent visas have been registered for Hong Kong and British National (Overseas) passport holders to apply from 5 March 2022.
Read MoreThe report for the 202-21 migration program year was released with the not unsurprising result of over 70,000 partner visas granted, leaving under 65,000 still to be processed. Other outcomes also surprised.
Read MoreAn Australian-UK free trade agreement confirms the age cap for UK nationals lifted to 35 for working holiday visas. There are also likely to be other benefits including exemptions to labour market testing for 482 visas and perhaps an easier pathway to skill assessments for GSM visas. A dedicated agricultural visa was also announced.
Read MoreRegulations will be amended from 1 July 2021 that will see it easier for New Zealand citizens to meet the requirement for a Subclass 189 - Skilled – Independent visa under the New Zealand stream. This includes reducing the number of years necessary to meet income requirements and concessions for those affected by COVID-19 on their employment and residence eligibility.
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