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Australian Migration Updates 2020-21
The new migration year has now begun with some changes in the management of the migration planning programme. The department has released information regarding the impact COVID 19 has had on the Australian migration program planning and delivery. A summary of some of the major changes are provided below. The Infinite Migration team is available to discuss your visa plans
Special Considerations Under State Nomination
Changes have been announced by the Tasmanian State Government to relax the employment history criteria for State nomination in response to the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the past months, a very common topic of our conversations with our clients have been what to expect in the new Migration Year when the States/Territories announce their nomination policies. Recent
5 Steps to Plan Your Visa
As the virus upends productivity across the world, the question now is how bad things will get and what we can do. Amid the fog, one thing seems certain: some sectors will suffer more than others. The crisis has caused hardships but also revealed very real opportunities. Many have sharpened their focus and realised obtaining Australian permanent residency or citizenship has
My Australian Visa is expiring, what do I do next?
How to Resolve your Immediate Australian Visa Concerns The Department has several measures in place to help temporary visa holders with the effects of COVID-19 crisis. It is however still the visa holder’s responsibility to ensure that a valid visa is held if you remain in Australia. If your visa is expiring and the subsequent visa cannot be lodged
New Visa Pathway to Help effects of COVID-19
The Department has introduced a new visa pathway under the temporary activity (Australian Government Endorsed Events) subclass 408 visa to help temporary visa holders deal with potential issues caused by COVID-19/Coronavirus. This visa will allow you to remain in Australia if you have no other visa options and are unable to depart Australia due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. remain in
Work Limitation Relaxed
Temporary relaxation of working hours for student visa holders International students who work in some industries can have their work limitation of 40 hours a fortnight waived. Supermarkets To keep shelves stocked in this time of high demand, the government has announced a temporary relaxation of the 40 hour a fortnight work limit for student visa holders who
SA Immigration Changes
Immigration South Australia announces changes to State Nomination A number of changes had been announced by Immigration SA in support of the South Australian State Government’s response to COVID-19. Priorities are given to health professionals working in the State. Health workers who already work in the State are exempt from a number work experience requirements. In addition
Record Fast Results – Skilled Migration
NSW Skilled Nomination Migration 190 Visa Infinite Migration Australia Assists in Obtaining Fast Results We are pleased to announce another successful outcome for a client that has worked with us from the very beginning of their visa journey. The Infinite Migration Australia team has helped our client receive a NSW Nomination grant in just a few hours! After receiving
QUEENSLAND SMALL BUSINESS 491 PATHWAY
SKILLED WORK REGIONAL (PROVISIONAL) SUBCLASS 491 VISA Queensland Small Business Pathway 2020 The Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Subclass 491 visa is a 5-year provisional visa which requires holders to live and work in a regional area to obtain permanent residence. To qualify, you would need be sponsored by either a relative living in a designated area or a
COVID-19 and Your Health Insurance
Recently we’ve have increasing amount of enquires regarding health insurance coverage. To provide some assurance as to what you are covered for regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) through your private health insurance, please note the following information provided by Bupa: For domestic policy holders: If you or your employees feel unwell and visit a GP for a consult or
