At Ausdirect Migration, we have seen a growing trend where Australian schools are sponsoring more and more international teachers to fill the skills gap in Australia. We have assisted many schools in Australia in managing the Skills In Demand 482 visa program (formerly known as the 482 TSS visa program) and 407 training visa program over the years. We couldn’t…
Australia’s National Innovation Visa: A New Path for Global Talent In a major transformation for skilled migration to Australia, the Department of Home Affairs has introduced the National Innovation visa (NIV), replacing the Global Talent visa (subclass 858) from December 6, 2024. The new 858 visa, now known as the National Innovation Visa (NIV), targets exceptional individuals across four key…
Australia Introduces Major Changes to 482 Work Visa Program: What You Need to Know As of 7 December 2024, Australia’s Department of Home Affairs has implemented significant changes to its 482 work visa program, which is now the 482 Skills In Demand Visa Program. These updates aim to modernize the system, streamline processes, and ensure the country attracts the…
In 2024, Australia is set to implement a significant change to its Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), a key component of the nation’s skilled migration program. Effective from July 1, 2024, the TSMIT has been raised to $73,150 per annum, up from the previous threshold of $70,000. The TSMIT is a crucial component of the nation’s skilled migration program,…
Revised Overview of the Australian Temporary Graduate Visa (485 Visa) Changes Effective July 2024 The Australian Government is set to implement significant modifications to its Temporary Graduate visa program, following its latest Migration Strategy announcement. These updates are expected to take effect from 1 July 2024, pending the approval of necessary legislative amendments. Updates to the 485 Visa – Graduate…
Unpacking the Increased TSMIT Announced by the Australian Department of Home Affairs Following the recent announcement from the Australian Department of Home Affairs, the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) has been increased from the original $53,900 to the current $70,000 . This significant change is one that both potential migrants and employers sponsoring overseas talent need to understand.…
Changes to International Students Working Hours Breaking news! Prime Minister recently announced there will be changes for international students working hour limit. Currently, international students are subjected to condition 8105, which is the 40 hour per fortnight work limitation, unless you are studying a Masters by Research or a PhD then this condition does not apply to you. In 2021,…
Did you and your partner recently welcome a new life while living in Australia? Or is your family expecting a new member soon offshore of Australia? Congratulations! Bringing a new life to the world is very exciting but sometimes comes with a little confusion. For instance, if your child is born in Australia, does this mean he or she is…
