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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States and territories set to giving more input in Australia’s migration policy

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States and territories set to giving more input in Australia’s migration policy

States and territories will provide input into Australia’s migration policy after the prime minister announced that the National Cabinet will become permanent and the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) will cease meeting. One of the committees under the National Cabinet is population and migration.

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491/190 visas: 2019-20 state and territory nomination ceilings revealed

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491/190 visas: 2019-20 state and territory nomination ceilings revealed

Two Freedom of Information (FOI) requests reveal exactly how many nominations each state and territory is allocated for the 2019-20 migration program year. These nominations are for the much sought after General Skilled Migration permanent Subclass 190 - Skilled – Nominated visa and provisional nominated Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa.

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COVID-19: Lifting travel restrictions for international students slated for consideration in July 2020

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COVID-19: Lifting travel restrictions for international students slated for consideration in July 2020

As Australia begins to lift restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, step 3 of the roadmap unveiled late last week, which is hoped to be implemented in July 2020, includes considering allowing international students to enter Australia and travel with New Zealand and unspecified Pacific Island nations.

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