Category: News

International students could return under Stage Three!

Australian universities are desperate to bring back it’s international students and resume their courses. Some campuses in regional Australia have already proposed special flights and other measures that might allow overseas students to come to Australia. According to Regional Universities Network (RUN), certain exemptions should be made for international students that have chosen to study … Continue reading “International students could return under Stage Three!”

Australian Campuses propose new plan for international students to return to Australia!

Australian Universities have been forced to restructure their schedules & programmes in response to the Coronavirus. The return of international students can bring a substantial amount of financial security to the Australian economy and for this reason, Universities Australia (UA) has been taking initiative to help over 120,000 students who are stranded offshore, to come … Continue reading “Australian Campuses propose new plan for international students to return to Australia!”

Huge Change is Expected in Australian Migration Program – Together with Clear Signs that Vocational Education is Becoming an Important Part of Australian Economy, and the 189 Visa Intake has been Quietly Reduced.

Upcoming Change in Australian Migration Program   The permanent residence program is generally revised and announced in May every year. However, due to the coronavirus, it has been postponed to October for this year. Although the actual adjustments are not clear yet, we have been able to discern some general directions based on reports from … Continue reading “Huge Change is Expected in Australian Migration Program – Together with Clear Signs that Vocational Education is Becoming an Important Part of Australian Economy, and the 189 Visa Intake has been Quietly Reduced.”

Which state is the easiest and the fastest to get Permanent Residency?

We all know that Independent Skilled Migration (189 visa) has become overly competitive nowadays. Everyone is competing on migration points but no one can rest assured that they will get Australian Permanent Residency, and this has created a trend of moving to rural regions and ‘less populated’ states. However, moving without considering individual background will … Continue reading “Which state is the easiest and the fastest to get Permanent Residency?”

Attention Employer Sponsored Temporary Visa Holders!

If you are a Temporary Skill Shortage visa holder, you might be wondering what you need to do if you have been stood down or noticed that your working hours have been reduced. Here at Australia Migration Services, we have been noticing an influx of migrant workers who are seeking further guidance during this unprecedented … Continue reading “Attention Employer Sponsored Temporary Visa Holders!”

Cafes and Restaurants in Victoria opening soon!

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced that all cafes, pubs and restaurants will be opening for business. The opening date has been confirmed to be the 1st of June, and cafes, restaurants and pub bistros will be able to serve up to 20 patrons at a time from an enclosed space. From the 22nd of June, venues … Continue reading “Cafes and Restaurants in Victoria opening soon!”

It’s Time to Land A Job While Each State Starts to Lift Restrictions after the Coronavirus Crisis

MARN.  0743862  Australia has been making huge progress in fighting against coronavirus, and now each State finally starts to reopen businesses! Australia is coming back to life!   Morrison proposed a three-stage plan to reopen Australia, based on which, all States are working on lifting bans.   The three-stage plan (image source: The Guardian) Stage … Continue reading “It’s Time to Land A Job While Each State Starts to Lift Restrictions after the Coronavirus Crisis”

Waiver Approved on 8503 ‘No Further Stay’ Condition!

The Corona virus pandemic has brought many challenges and uncertainties to residents and migrants that are living in Australia. One of the main uncertainties migrants face is what will happen to their visas, should they expire during this unprecedented period. Many are also concerned about the ‘No further Stay’ condition 8503 which applies for many temporary … Continue reading “Waiver Approved on 8503 ‘No Further Stay’ Condition!”

Policy Update – TSS Visa, Student Visa, 485 Visa, AAT Policy and Exemption for Departing and Entering Australia

Student Visa Holders   The Government will be flexible in cases where Coronavirus has prevented international students from meeting their visa conditions (such as not being able attend classes). Students who have been in Australia for longer than 12 months and find themselves in financial hardship will be able to access their Australian superannuation. International … Continue reading “Policy Update – TSS Visa, Student Visa, 485 Visa, AAT Policy and Exemption for Departing and Entering Australia”

Healthcare workers wanted amid COVID-19 pandemic!

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is in great demand for nurses – with some calls for retired staff to return to work. For this very reason, the Australian government is trying to lure around 1000 nurses back into the healthcare system to assist with various ongoing duties. According to Lori – Ann Sharp, ANMF’s Assistant Federal Secretary, nursing homes … Continue reading “Healthcare workers wanted amid COVID-19 pandemic!”