Immigration News

We have some fantastic news to share with you regarding the 2024-25 program year for state nomination allocations! Check the ...

We are thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity with our client, a prominent hospitality company actively seeking talented individuals for ...

We are excited to share an important update that reinforces Australia‘s commitment to protecting temporary migrants from workplace exploitation. The Migration Amendment (Workplace Justice Visa) ...

Big Changes Coming to Skillselect: Find Out How They Affect You!   The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is considering ...

The Australian Government is taking decisive steps to end ‘visa hopping,’ a practice where temporary visa holders continuously extend their stay in Australia. ...

The Australian government has released the Budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, including the migration budget. To sum up the ...

Nancy (Not this client’s real name) is a 24-year-old dental health graduate from another country. She has completed seven years ...

The New Ministerial Direction for visa refusals and cancellations for people with adverse character or conduct. Ministerial directions are written ...

In July 2023, Australia will launch a new permanent visa ballot system inspired by a similar New Zealand model for ...

Here’s more good news for students aspiring to study in Australia! If you have been considering studying in Australia, there ...

Mrs “A” is from Indonesia. She is 25 years old. Three months prior to consulting with Australia Migration Services, she ...

If you’re looking for a change in life, then you need to start thinking about Australia. We don’t mean to ...

If you’re applying for an Australian visa, you’ll need to provide evidence of your functional English language skills. However, this ...

In 2023, Australia will accept thousands more migrants under its permanent migration program, speed up visa processing for foreign workers, ...

There are many reasons why you might want to become an Australian Permanent Resident. For example, it’s a great way ...

Some significant changes have already been made to Australia’s migration policies under the new Labor government led by Anthony Albanese, ...

According to the Regional Australia Institute’s 2022 Population Statement, a boost in overseas immigration is necessary to expand regional Australia’s ...

The Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA) will provide greater mobility and immigration outcomes for people of the two ...

Introduction For the past decade, Australia has been attracting migrants from all over the world, especially those looking to settle ...

Australians love to travel. New Zealanders might be our neighbors and Canadians might be our cousins, but that doesn’t deter ...

If you’re a skilled worker who wants to move permanently to Australia, the government’s announcement about the permanent migration cap ...

Western Australia sent out invitations on November 25th 2022. On November 25, 2022, Western Australia announced 4,500 invitations under the ...

With the Federal Government announcing gatherings of more than 500 people are banned, many international students in Australia might be ...

When it comes to state-sponsored visas, two subclasses of it come to mind—subclass 190 and subclass 491. In this article, ...

Novak Djokovic has been granted a visa to play in the 2023 Australian Open after his three-year ban was lifted. ...

Queensland has never been hotter. Sure, it’s been the best place for many years now (and I’m not just talking ...

Australia’s skilled visa programs select people who will make a positive contribution to the Australian economy and labour market, thereby ...

If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to buy into the Australian dream, it might just be time to look ...

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably already decided that moving to Australia is the best decision of your life. You’re ...

Australia’s population and economic outlook has been bolstered by the latest available arrivals and visa data. The Permanent and long-term ...

To gain permanent residency in Australia, applicants must pass a good character test. The Department of Home Affairs has the ...

Like many developed countries, Australia faces a shortage of skilled workers to fill its workforce. To help alleviate this issue ...

Schedule 6D61 required that the applicant be awarded 5 points at the time of invitation to apply for the visa ...

The government has announced a temporary relaxation of the 6-month work limitation for Working Holiday Makers. The 6-month work limitation ...

The government announced their budget planning for the financial year 2022-2023. We understand that people who are looking to migrate ...

The Department of Immigration has recently announced that some temporary visa types no longer require applicants to undergo a medical ...

South Australia (SA) has updated its Business Innovation & Investment Program (BIIP). If you wish to establish a business or ...

If the Department of Home Affairs decides that you should no longer remain in Australia, getting your visa cancelled will ...

The Australian Golden Ticket visa is also known as the Significant Investor provisional visa. Applicants for this visa can stay ...

The Government has now locked in the number of invitations for Skilled Independent Visas by issuing 12,200 invitations for Skilled ...

Australia offers one of the most promising futures to those looking to make a new life abroad. However, the country ...

The peak bodies for aged care have welcomed an increase in the annual cap on skilled migration and called for ...

ustralia extends post-study work rights for in-demand graduates Students from overseas with in-demand skills will soon be able to stay ...

If you’re a skilled worker and thinking of moving to Western Australia—good news! The Government of Western Australia recently made ...

The Australian government has announced its planning levels for the 2022-2023 Migration Program, which will consist of 160,000 places. Of ...

South Australia is the best place to live if you’re looking for a warm, Mediterranean climate, great job opportunities, and ...

Introduction Australia has a skills shortage, but it’s not just the Government that needs to address this problem. Young Australians ...

Government officials, union leaders, business representatives and community activists have reconvened in the nation’s capital for day two of a ...

The South Australian Government has been allocated 70 Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) nomination places from the Australian Government ...

As a leading destination for skilled migration, Victoria has attracted people from around the world and continues to build its ...

Interim nomination allocation received The Tasmanian Government looks forward to welcoming more migrants to the State in this and future ...

The Australian Immigration Minister announced that offshore applications would be prioritised in order to allow more migrants to contribute to ...

The fee increases apply in the Migration and Refugee Division where a review application is lodged on or after 1 ...

The federal government has announced that it will host a jobs and skills summit in Canberra in September, to address ...

 From July 1, 2022, there are several changes to the Australian Migration System. As Australia moves toward the Post-Covid19 stage, ...

South Australia will soon close their Registrations of Interest (ROIs) and nomination application programs. However, interested people still have very ...

Western Australia has added 194 occupations to the Graduate Occupation List to attract more international students to study in the ...

LABOR ELECTION WIN AND ITS PLAN FOR AUSTRALIA IMMIGRATION Australia Prime Minister-Elect Anthony Albanese claimed victory in the 2022 election, ...

More skilled people and skilled work visas will be able to move to Townsville following the signing of the Townsville ...

 The federal government will stop requiring overseas travellers to provide a negative COVID-19 test before they fly to Australia.  Health ...

In February 2022, the Australian border opened. The states and territories have now started to open their Skilled Migration Program ...

The Treasurer delivered the Federal Budget on March 29, 2022. It has been announced that the Australian Government will reinstate ...

Accounting has been under a lot of pressure for the past decade. There are new challenges facing accountants and auditors ...

The Department of Education, Skills and Employment announced its “Migrant skills incentives” last Thursday. This initiative is expected to benefit ...

The Department of Home Affairs has announced changes to the 186 transition pathway for those holding 457 or 482 subclass ...

The state of South Australia has announced that, from February 1st 2022 onwards, present and future holders of a Subclass ...

If you’re thinking of applying for a permanent resident visa in Australia in 2022, chances are you might be wondering ...

If you want to be considered for skilled visa nomination, make sure you are currently working in one of our ...

Australia is currently experiencing a shortage of skilled workers. This country is the most popular for those wanting to pursue ...

On 21 February, Australia will reopen its borders to most international arrivals for the first time in almost two years ...

A recent survey conducted on over 1,000 Australians found that 78% of them believe those who are living and working ...

In 2021, the Australian Government had confirmed that new changes to partner visas would be implemented in November. The government ...

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has issued a call for international students and working holiday makers to “come on down” to ...

As Australia’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic continues on, they are also looking to ramp up immigration as part of ...

The Australian government has taken steps to ensure that foreign students are able to pick up more hours, in order ...

The Goulburn Valley in Victoria is the latest region to take advantage of a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) The ...

The South West will be the eighth region in Australia to enter a five-year agreement with the Commonwealth aimed at ...

The Occupation List for the Subclass 491 visa for NSW Nomination has been updated. However, NSW nomination for the Skilled ...

The application started at 12:00 PM today! There are small changes for nomination requirements for 2021-2022 in TAS. Here are ...

Applying for Skilled + Business Migration in SA will start from Tuesday 20 July!!! Their Skilled Migration Program will focus ...

Now, you can start apply for this visa program for 2021-2022. If you have this visa, you can stay at ...

The ACT government announced that they would add the Small Business Owner (SBO) into their Skilled Migration Program.   <Your ...

PM Scott Morrison unveiled a four-phase plan for achieving a “COVID normal society” in Australia. He wants the phases to ...

The Western Australia skilled migration occupation list (WASMOL), which lists occupations for available for WA State nomination through the General ...

The hub based on Parafield Airport at Adelaide can accommodate international students for two-week quarantine. The hub will host up ...

Today, let us introduce about one of our clients’ amazing success stories to get PR. For his privacy, we call ...

Victoria’s Skilled Migration Program for 2021-2022 will open to new Registration of Interest (ROIs) on 7 July 2021. The Department ...

NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet announced that 250 international students per fortnightly will be welcomed to approved student quarantine accommodations from ...

The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP announced that there will be the additional ...

Are you seeking PR? In this article, we will be breaking down some common options many migrants choose to act ...

The Department of Home Affairs has announced some significant changes to South Australia’s DAMA programme. This includes the arrival of ...

The 2020-2021 federal budget introduced significant changes to the allocation of places to different types of visas. For instance, the ...

Despite the drop in overseas migrants, the federal government plans to issue 160,000 permanent visas. To many migrants who are ...

On 06 October 2020, Australian government has handed down the federal budget 2020-2021 which aims to recover the Australian economy.  ...

Australia Migration Services is happy to reveal the latest migration update for this month to all our readers. The following ...

Our migration consultants  deal with thousands of visa applicants from around the globe, most of whom want to settle in ...

As an ambitious student, Mia arrived to Melbourne from China in order to pursue her higher studies at Victoria University. ...

South Australia, Western Australia and Queensland are some of the states that have had zero COVID cases during the past ...

Changes occurring in August – October 2020 The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has indicated that it will be providing ...

The Department of Home Affairs has just announced that it has provided a limited number of visa nomination places to ...

The South Australian government has decided to allow a set number of interim allocation places for the State’s General Skilled ...

After the new regional visas were introduced in November 2019, there has been a significant increase in the number of ...

Some unemployed temporary visa holders are pushed to the brink.  Firstly, just like everyone, they too must survive the ongoing ...

International student visa applications to Australia have plunged by more than a third with growing fears the sector will take ...

Australian Treasury is now expecting the national jobless rate to hit 9.25 per cent by the end of December – ...

Victorian workers who, as of 20 June, have been instructed by the government to self-isolate or quarantine at home, due ...

As part of the COVID-19 response, the Department of Home Affairs has disclosed further information regarding the 2020-21 Migration Program. Health restrictions ...

The Australian government  announced yesterday, the 9th of July 2020, that it will be offering a pathway to permanent residency ...

Australia is considering to offer safe haven visas to thousands of Hong Kong residents living here who don’t want to return ...

This year has without a doubt gone through an unprecedented chain of events and left a trail of adversity for ...

Victoria’s state nomination program will remain temporarily closed while we await the Commonwealth Government’s allocation of state nomination places for 2020-21. ...

The Australian Computer Society (ACS) is the largest professional body in Australia representing the ICT sector and will now nominate Global Talent candidates ...

 Australian Migration Program has Hit the Bottom? Let’s Get You a Plan B! At the beginning of every new fiscal ...

Australia’s unemployment rate has been skyrocketing and has already reached a staggering 7.1 per cent. This is the highest level ...

The state of South Australia will be accepting it’s final applications for the 2019/2020 program year throughout the remainder of ...

The state of New South Wales is now accepting applications for NSW nominations for the Skilled Work Regional (provisional) visa ...

Experts say the number of migrants arriving in Australia with formal post-schooling qualifications highlights the economic benefits of migration and ...

The state of South Australia has announced its decision to reopen it’s borders to unrestricted travel on the 20th of ...

The Treasury of New South Wales has announced that it will be accepting nominations for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) ...

Australian universities are desperate to bring back it’s international students and resume their courses. Some campuses in regional Australia have ...

Australian Universities have been forced to restructure their schedules & programmes in response to the Coronavirus. The return of international ...

Upcoming Change in Australian Migration Program   The permanent residence program is generally revised and announced in May every year. ...

We all know that Independent Skilled Migration (189 visa) has become overly competitive nowadays. Everyone is competing on migration points ...

If you are a Temporary Skill Shortage visa holder, you might be wondering what you need to do if you ...

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced that all cafes, pubs and restaurants will be opening for business. The opening date ...

MARN.  0743862  Australia has been making huge progress in fighting against coronavirus, and now each State finally starts to reopen ...

The Corona virus pandemic has brought many challenges and uncertainties to residents and migrants that are living in Australia. One of ...

Student Visa Holders   The Government will be flexible in cases where Coronavirus has prevented international students from meeting their ...

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is in great demand for nurses – with some calls for retired staff to return to work. ...

As part of the government’s 3 stage plan, cafes and restaurants are have reopened much faster than expected. As of ...

Without a doubt, the COVID-19 pandemic has set a global imprint. Economies have been shaken and numerous companies are on ...

The Department of Home Affairs has finally announced the official report of EOI invitations issued on April 11th! Following a ...

2.4 million Temporary Visa holders are affected by global travel bans and border closures as a result of the COVID-19 ...

AMS has received many questions from our clients about visa nomination round. Today we will help you address it by ...

2.4 million Temporary Visa holders are affected by global travel bans and border closures as a result of the COVID-19 ...

Here at AABD, our experienced team of recruitment consultants can help you find your ideal employee. If you are looking ...

Here at AABD, our experienced team of recruitment consultants can help you find your ideal employee. If you are looking ...

What is DAMA? Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) is a formal agreement between the Australian Government and a regional, state ...

Australia’s demand for Early Childhood Teachers is increasing over the past five years. With the development of regional areas among ...

Studying early childhood teacher in Australia is perfect for those who love working with kids and always want to have ...

Here at AABD, our team of recruitment specialists can help you find skilled workers with relevant qualifications. If you are ...

Alex’s story began when he was living with his family in Taiwan, where he worked as a Mechanical  Engineer. Just ...

Similar to  many who dream of coming to Australia, Jason too had aspirations to find a job and settle in ...

Here at AABD, our team of recruitment specialists can help you find skilled workers with relevant qualifications. If you are ...

Here at AABD, our experienced team of recruitment specialists can help you find skilled workers with zero service fee. According ...

After major visa changes from last year, international students and skilled migrants are heading into 2020 facing an uncertain future. Our ...

The 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) and Subclass 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visas are now in effect.The 494 ...

Here at AABD, our team of recruitment specialists can help match skilled workers with relevant qualifications and skills to jobs ...

Applicants for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) can now apply for state nomination in Victoria and plan to ...

Hiring migrants that are pursuing sponsored visas (such as the 484,491, etc) is cost-effective in the long term. Holders of ...

From the 16th of November 2019, the 187 (RSMS) visa will be replaced by a new skilled visa known as ...

On the 16th of November, two new types of skilled migrant visas  will be open for application, the 494 and ...

If you are an employer and looking to hire someone for a specific task, AABD can assist you in finding ...

The Far North Queensland Designated Area Migration Agreement (FNQ DAMA) allows Far North Queensland (FNQ) employers to sponsor skilled and ...

Establishing a superannuation fund is necessary not just for retirement, but also to ensure an individual is  being fairly compensated ...

Finding a job can be a gruelling and time-consuming process which can be frustrating at times. At AABD ( the ...

Individuals that are currently holding the 457/482 visa do not necessarily have to have   IELTS band score of 6.0 each ...

Visa applicants with verifiable work experiences will be favoured by the Department of Home Affairs in comparison to those that ...

The NSW regional government has just released the August job vacancy list! Employers in regional NSW are urgently looking to ...

No matter you are onshore or offshore, to make up the points for a 189 Skilled Independent visa is extremely ...

Interesting Facts about AAT! According to a recent report from AAT, you have 51% chance of winning and only 31% ...

Government Initiative for Skill shortage in South Australia The Australian Government has released the List of State Nominated Occupations for the ...

1. Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) Visa REPLACING Skilled Regional (Provisional)(subclass 489) Visa   a) Increase in points awarded:  ...

  At the end of last year, the Victoria government has signed DAMA program with the immigration department. Recently, a specific occupation ...

AUSTRALIA HIT A “PAUSE” ON ANNUAL MIGRATION INTAKE The prime minister Scott Morrison has once again “paused” on Australia’s annual ...

SKILLED OCCUPATION LIST CHANGES The Department of Home Affairs has updated the combined list of eligible skilled occupations for Australia’s ...

Is your student visa expiring on 15 March? The clock is ticking, so don’t leave it to the last minute and ...

Employment Length Calculation VETASSESS has announced recent changes to the calculation of employment length. From 14 February 2019, VETASSESS will consider the ...

UPDATES ON DAMA PROGRAM IN  NORTHERN TERRITORY Last week, Northern Territory has announced updates on its DAMA program (so-called ‘concessioned ...

Here are some recent updates on state sponsorship occupation lists. South Australia The state government has recently updated the state ...

Another door is opening soon for semi-skilled or low-skilled workers to get an employer-sponsored visa to Australia! Following Northern Territory ...

Is this an end of doggy employment sponsorships? The Department of Home Affairs will exchange data with the Australian Taxation ...

Australian Visas: New Changes in 2019 1. Partner visas take a longer time to process.   According to the latest news ...

It seems things are getting worse for those who are studying accounting. Many doors to PR have been closed since ...

Door Opens for Permanent Migration to Australia!   In a bid to distribute the migrant population outside Australia’s major cities such ...

  One of the most important documents you’ll need for skilled migration to Australia is a skills assessment! It is ...

Hooray! Closed for a few months, the ACT 190 nomination program has reopened to all applicants on 29 November 2018. ...

How to switch to a new 457 (or TSS) sponsor without losing the visa? How to find a new sponsor? ...

The Department of Home Affairs has recently released its 2017-18 Annual Report. We found something interesting and can’t wait to ...

Last Tuesday, the Western Australian Government (WA) announced a new state sponsorship policy for WA graduates. It launched a series of preferential ...

Migration Amendment (Skilling Australians Fund) Regulations 2018 came into effect on 12 August 2018. From 12th August, If Australian employers want ...

The ACT Government is undertaking a review of the State Sponsorship program to ensure the policy settings enable the program ...

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Peter ­Dutton proposed cutting the ­annual immigration intake by 20,000 last year but was knocked back. “I am not proposing ...