Skilled Migration vs Employer-Sponsored Visas: Which Is Better? Do you find yourself asking: “Should I apply through skilled migration or go for an employer-sponsored visa?” The answer? It depends on your circumstances, goals, and how quickly you want to start your new life in Australia. Let’s break down the pros and cons of each visa pathway based on current immigration…
Australia’s 2025 Federal Election: Implications for Immigration Policy The Australian federal election held on May 3, 2025, resulted in the re-election of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party. This outcome has significant implications for the nation’s immigration policies, affecting skilled migrants, international students, and humanitarian entrants. Labor’s Continued Approach to Immigration Labor’s victory ensures the continuation of its existing immigration strategies:…
Case Study: Secure 482 Visa Sponsorship as a Teacher In this case study, we share how we assisted Jodi, a dedicated primary school teacher, in securing a Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) visa through employer sponsorship. Backstory Originally from the UK, Jodi has been working in Australia under a Working Holiday Visa (WHV) as a casual relief teacher (CRT). During this time, she…
Migration Trends in Australia: Insights for Potential Migrants According to News.com.au, Graph shows big issue facing Australia, with a population growth of 1.8% (484,000 people) in the year ending September 30, Australia has seen a notable surge in net overseas migration. The main cause of this growth is the 379,800 individuals who migrated abroad during this time. Source: Net migration…
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…
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,…
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.…
A legislative amendment instrument has been registered on 29 Oct 2021. The relevant instrument is Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2021 Measures No. 2) Regulations 2021 . This instrument amends Regulation 2.12 of the Migration Regulation 1994 by adding 3 visa classes: Subclass 190 (Skilled—Nominated) visa Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)) visa 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa The…
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