In November of 2019, the Department of Home Affairs (‘Department’) released the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) which also saw the expansion of how ‘Regional Australia’ is to … [Read more...]
Australia’s travel restrictions- too restrictive?
Australia is nearing its fifth month of travel restrictions and while the majority of Australia is faring well (save Victoria), it begs the question, how long can we keep this up? As of March 2020, … [Read more...]
Amid rising tensions with China, Australia’s recent announcement of a “safe haven” offer to Hong Kong National’s becomes increasingly valuable
In a joint statement issued earlier this month by Alan Tudge, MP and Prime Minister Scott Morrison, an expansion of visa options available to Hong Kong Nationals, both in Australia and overseas, was … [Read more...]
Are you Eligible for a Prospective Marriage Visa (subclass 300)
Arguably one of the greatest milestones of your life has just occurred, you have said the magic ‘yes’ or ‘will you’ and are ready to walk to down the aisle and promise the even bigger, ‘I do’. Only … [Read more...]
Why you need a Migration Lawyer
Migration has continued to be a topical issue within the political sphere of Western countries. Managing and controlling immigration levels has become a vital consideration and an integral part of … [Read more...]
Forthcoming Changes to Skilled Regional Visas
Earlier this year, the Migration Amendment (New Skilled Regional Visas) Regulations (‘Regulations’) 2019 was enacted. From 16 November 2019, the Regulations will introduce two new provisional visas … [Read more...]