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Amendments to investor stream visas under the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) that will take effect from 1 July 2021 were announced today with the minimum investment for the Investor stream to increase to $2.5 million. There will be no increase to the minimum $5 million necessary for the Significant Investor stream.
Read MoreThe 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 MoreHelp for hospitality and tourism sectors struggling to find adequate staff is forthcoming as an announcement yesterday sees these industries added to the list for the 408 “Pandemic Event” visa along with the policy decision to allow student visa holders employed in these sectors to have unrestricted work rights.
Read MoreMyanmar nationals in Australia will be able to extend their stay until the tense political situation in their home country improves.
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