GW Migration Consultants in Gold Coast, Queensland | Passport and visa service

GW Migration Consultants

Locality: Gold Coast, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 5593 2518

Address: Level 2, 15 Lake Street 4227 Gold Coast, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.gwmigration.com.au/

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24.01.2022 Changes to the working holiday makers tax rates welcomed. http://www.skynews.com.au//government-to-amend-backpacker-

23.01.2022 http://www.canberratimes.com.au//hundreds-more-jobs-to-go-

22.01.2022 Minor parties with support of the opposition could disallow the recent changes to parent visas.

19.01.2022 Some promising news for anyone who may have been affected by the proposed changes to Citizenship.

18.01.2022 Notice to family visa applicants. A bill is currently with parliment that if approved will require the lodgment of separate sponsorship application from the Australian family member. Such sponsroship will need to be approved prior to lodgment of the visa application. This will signifcantly impact family applications particular partner visas. Of particular concern will be applicants seeking to lodge onshore with a pending visa expiry as there is no indication on how long a sponsorship approval may take.

17.01.2022 Attention 457 visa holders. The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has indicated arrangements will be in place to facilitate transition to permanent employer sponsorship after proposed changes in March 2018. 'People who held, or had applied for, a subclass 457 visa on 18 April 2017 will be able to access certain existing provisions under the Temporary Residence Transition stream: - occupation requirements remain the same (i.e. there are no restrictions as long ...as the nominee continues to work in the same position for the same employer as approved for their subclass 457 visa); - the age requirement will remain at less than 50 years of age; and - the work experience requirement, and the requirement to have worked at least two out of the three years prior to nomination on a subclass 457, will remain at two years This is welcoming news for many. Something to be considered however is the potential for the proposed nomination training levy to apply to all employer nominations included those under transitional arrangements. Although finer detail will need to be outlined in legislation it would be reasonable to predict that legislation may require this levy to be paid by the employer and not passed on to visa applicants. The proposed levy amount is: '$3,000 for small businesses (those with annual turnover of less than $10 million) and $5,000 for other businesses.' Such in addition to the nomination charge $540.00 the employer will need to pay the training levy for each permanent nomination. If you are a 457 holder and you applied after April 2017 it would appear that you will need to meet the new requirements which have yet to be outlined in legislation. If you want to know where you stand and if you have any alternative options please contact us for consultation.

17.01.2022 Further disruptions today and tomorrow. https://www.border.gov.au/News/Pages/travellers-clients.aspx

16.01.2022 Occupations flagged for review on the SOL list. This does not mean they will be removed but they are under the spotlight. https://www.education.gov.au/flagged-occupations-sol-2016-17

14.01.2022 So much talk of making things easier for business specialist recruitment. Time and resources spent planning and then http://www.theaustralian.com.au//5143b5f5fae9498e5ae57ada7

14.01.2022 A prime example of changes being announced without legislation in place. Australia Citizenship changes have been blocked by the senate. http://www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au//cdff8fab9328e0fe2bb3f

13.01.2022 Warmest thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful holiday and a very happy new year. If you are travelling please take it easy on the road and stay safe. Our office will be closed from Friday 23rd December and we will reopen Tuesday 3rd January 2017.

12.01.2022 Some further information on the 457 announcement including an introduction date of March 2018. http://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Work/457-abolition-replacement

09.01.2022 Outline of permanent visa options for Kiwi's in Australia including the Skilled Independent subclass 189 (New Zealand Stream) available 1 July 2017.

08.01.2022 This is only in consultation stage but could be a great development for parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents. http://www.minister.border.gov.au//New-temporary-visa-for-

06.01.2022 Attention all 457 approved sponsors and visa holders. The 457 visa program has been replaced by the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa as of 18 March 2018. https://www.gwmigration.com.au/tss-visa/ If you are a sponsor and looking to continue nominating overseas workers we recommend review of the nomination criteria for the TSS visa. There are some significant changes from the 457 program.... If you are a 457 visa holder you may still be able to transition to permanent residence however it will depend on your individual circumstances. We can assist with all stages of the TSS visa process and transitions to permanent residency. Call us to discuss your circumstances and to book individual consultation.

05.01.2022 Please note this is an announcement only. 457 visa applications can still be lodged until the program is in fact abolished. The only indication Malcolm provides on timing is that we will know more in the coming days and weeks.

03.01.2022 This just in working holiday visa maximum age increase to 35 years from 1 July 2017.

02.01.2022 There have been a number of changes from 1 July including alterations to skill occupation lists, age limits on permanent skilled visas, English testing and character (police clearance) requirements. It is more important than ever to seek consultation before pursuing any application process.