Mariani Migration Consultants in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Passport and visa service

Mariani Migration Consultants

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 412 180 856

Address: 191 Balaclava Rd 3161 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 LATEST NEWS This morning Senator for Western Australia Mathias Cormann, in conjunction with WA Premier Mark McGowan and WA Minister for Education and Training Sue Ellery, have announced that Perth's status as a regional city will be reinstated from 16 November 2019. Three hours later the Prime Minister Scott Morrison, the Hon Alan Tudge MP and the Hon Dan Tehan MP have confirmed that the Gold Coast will be included in the list of locations designated as regional on 16 Novembe...r 2019. An extra 2,000 skilled regional visa places have also been announced, increasing the regional cap from 23,000 to 25,000. This will open the door to easier migration to Perth and Gold Coast for international students and skilled workers. The change is significant for skilled workers trying to apply for the new regional visas commencing on 16 November 2019: - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) and - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) Additionally, It would benefit students who would be awarded: - 5 points in the Skilled visa points for studying in a regional area - extra 1 year for the graduate 485 visa

24.01.2022 Para los hispanohablantes Cuàl es tu pregunta? En una sesión de Instagram Live responderé a sus preguntas ..El 24 de Septiembre #australianmigrationlaw #seeyouthere

24.01.2022 The OMARA (Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority) recently developed a factsheet to assist consumers and the community to understand that only registered migration agents and exempt persons can legally provide immigration assistance in Australia. When seeking a migration advice please make sure that the agent is registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA)

24.01.2022 Who says you can't receive a Visa Grant on a Sunday? Yesterday we received a Visa Grant for one of our clients and we are very happy, especially since it comes after a visa refusal and a win at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). #happyclients

24.01.2022 Last week was a nice one as we received two Visa Grants and one Nomination (visa subclass 482) approved. We work really hard to achieve the best result for our clients and we will keep up the good work!

23.01.2022 AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP CEREMONIES ARE BEING HELD VIRTUALLY To comply with social distancing rules during the COVID-19 pandemic, Australian citizenship ceremonies are being hosted by secure video link as temporary replacement to face-toface ceremonies. If you have already taken the Citizenship test and you are waiting for the ceremony to take place, you might be contacted by the Department with full details of the process. ... There is no need to contact the Department or your local council about your ceremony.

22.01.2022 What a great way to end a busy working week We received a POSITIVE Skills Assessment Outcome for our client who is now ready to apply for his Visa A positive skills assessment of both qualifications and work experiences is one the requirements for some types of visas such as General Skilled Migration Visas (exceptions excluded)... #happyclients

22.01.2022 Italy added to travel restricted countries The Australian Government has announced that travel restrictions will be imposed today from 6 pm on those who have travelled from or through Italy in the last 14 days. These latest travel restrictions are added to those that continue for travellers from China (Mainland), the Republic of Korea and Iran. Although the Department's website is not yet updated with this new information, it is expected that the same conditions will be im...posed on Italian travellers as those from the other affected countries. The Australian Government has announced that travel restrictions will be imposed today from 6 pm on those who have travelled from or through Italy in the last 14 days. These latest travel restrictions are added to those that continue for travellers from China (Mainland), the Republic of Korea and Iran. Although the Department's website is not yet updated with this new information, it is expected that the same conditions will be imposed on Italian travellers as those from the other affected countries.

22.01.2022 Subject to the visa applicant circumstances, at the time of the visa application, applicant may be issued a Bridging Visa C with no work rights. However, depending on the visa applicant's financial situation, work rights might be requested based on financial hardship. Our client was able to get work rights within one business day!! #happymigrationagent #happyclient #wecanhelpyou

20.01.2022 As announced by the Department of Home Affairs, more Partner visas are being processed and applications with all required information can be processed more quickly. As a result, yesterday we received a Partner Visa grant for one of our clients only 6 months after the lodgement! If you wish to lodge your Partner Visa application, you can seek our advice by sending an email at [email protected]. We are here to help you!

20.01.2022 Almost one month ago our client went from wanting to leave Australia for personal and visa issues to being granted a Student Visa (subclass 500) (Subsequent Entrant) in a few weeks! When applying for a visa, the understanding of regultations and policy is of paramount importance. We, at Mariani Migration Consultants, work hard to give the best advice to our clients and to achieve the best result for them.... For a tailored advice, contact us at: [email protected] 0412180856

20.01.2022 Congratulations on the grant of your Temporary Graduate Visa - Subclass 485 Cristina!

15.01.2022 What a great start to the week!! "Congratulations Mattia, your Partner Visa (subclass 820) has been granted!" Super happy client and Super happy Migration Agent ... If you are a spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen or Permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen and you wish to lodge a Partner Visa application, contact us to get the best advice tailored to your situation. [email protected] 0412180856

14.01.2022 Breaking News for Student Visa Applicants and Holders impacted by the COVID-19 circumstances Today, 20 July 2020, the Hon Ministers Alan Tudge and Dan Tehan announced changes for student visa applicants and student visa holders who have been affected by the Covid-19 restrictions. The arrangements will include: The Government will recommence granting student visas in ... all locations lodged outside Australia. This means when borders re-open, students will already have visas and be able to make arrangements to travel. International students will be able to lodge a further student visa application free of charge, if they are unable to complete their studies within their original visa validity due to COVID-19. Current student visa holders studying online outside Australia due to COVID-19 will be able to use that study to count towards the Australian study requirement for a post-study work visa. Graduates who held a student visa will be eligible to apply for a post-study work visa outside Australia if they are unable to return due to COVID-19. Additional time will be given for applicants to provide English language results where COVID-19 has disrupted access to these services.

14.01.2022 408 visa - COVID-19 stream In response to Covid-19 health crisis, the Department of Home Affairs has introduced a new substream to the Temporary Activity (subclass 408) visa, under AGEE (Australian Government Endorsed Event) stream. Yesterday, 22 April, import changes have been made to the online application form.... Additionally, the Department has released a F.A.Q sheet clarifying that this visa is not only aimed to people who work in critical sectors, but also to those who are unable to depart Australia due to COVID-19 and are not eligible to apply for other visas. WHO CAN APPLY: Applicant must be in Australia - The COVID-19 Pandemic event visa can only be granted to people in Australia. Applicant must have 28 days or less remaining on your current visa or your last temporary visa has expired less than 28 days ago Applicant is not eligible for any other visa, or Applicant has ongoing work in a critical sector and that an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident cannot fill the position If applicant IS WORKING in one of the critical sectors (currently are agriculture, food processing, health care, aged care, disability care and childcare) the visa might be granted up to 12 months with full rights and condition 8107 will be imposed on the visa (applicant must continue doing the work declared in the application and they can't start doing another activity, otherwise visa might be subject to cancellation) If applicant is NOT WORKING in one of the critical sectors, can apply for visa 408 - COVID-19 if he/she is not eligible to apply for another visa and the visa might be granted up to six months. In this ca applicant won't have work rights Other requirements apply to this visa IF YOU NEED HELP, CONTACT US!

14.01.2022 Good news for International Students During today's press conference in Adelaide, Trade Minister Simon Birmingham announced that South Australia will begin a pilot of bringing around 300 international students back to Adelaide. This is going to be used to test how the Government is going to manage that, in terms of quarantine requirements and all of the testing requirements. The full press conference's transcript can be read clicking on the link below ... https://www.trademinister.gov.au//press-conference-adelaid Fingers crossed

13.01.2022 What a successful result! Temporary Activity Visas (subclass 408)-AGEE (Covid-19 Pandemic Event) granted in only ONE WEEK!! Applicants are critcal sector workers.... If you are a critical sector worker and your visa is expiring within the next three months, you can contact us to discuss about your eligibility. [email protected] 0412180856

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07.01.2022 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TRAVEL IS NOW A POSSIBILITY Yesterday, Friday 8 May, during a press conference, PM Scott Morrison introduced three step framework to gradually remove restrictions to enable Australians to live in a COVID-19 safe economy and they aim to move through all three stages by the month of July.... Prime Minister included International Student Travel into the third step. Certainly, that is a good news for hundreds of thousands of international students stuck offshore, however it does come into the third step of the plan and that is a possibility. Additionally, he added that while he is open to the idea of allowing international students back into the country, the process would be carried out with compliance to "strict quarantine restrictions." Follow this page to stay up-to-date

07.01.2022 Standard Business Sponsorship application approved in less than 48 hours Congratulations ANOTHER MAN BARBER & SHOP on becoming an Australian Business Sponsor

03.01.2022 Travelling to Australia during the COVID-19 outbreak Australia has strict border measures in place to protect the health of the Australian community. Only Australian citizens, permanent residents and immediate family members of an Australian citizen or permanent resident or New Zealand citizens usually resident in Australia are exempt from the restrictions.... However, the following exemptions apply: - critical medical services - people with critical skills, i.e. medical specialists, engineers, marine and crews - diplomats currently resident in Australia, and their immediate family members - for humanitarian or compassionate reasons. These will be assessed case by case Do not hesitate to keep in touch, should you belong to one of the mentioned categories and need to travel to Australia [email protected]

02.01.2022 The 2020-21 Federal Budget, held on Tuesday 6 October 2020, gave us an overview about the 2020-21 Migration Program. The current Migration Program Planning level will remain at 160,000 for the 2020-21 program year, however, more places (77,300) will be available for Family stream visas. Please see below some of the important changes announced in the migration field: Prospective marriage visa (subclass 300) holders : the ... Department is not extending the entry date for PMV holders and they will be able to access a VAC refund in case they will not be able to enter Australia due to the travel ban Temporary skilled workers and visitor visa holders: will be eligible to have the VAC for a subsequent visa application waived Employer Sponsored, Global Talent, Business Innovation and Investment Program visas will be prioritised Working holiday makers will be eligible to have the VAC for a subsequent visa application waived or, otherwise, be able to access a VAC refund is they were not able to enter Australia due to the travel ban Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) - New Zealand Stream Eligibility will be extended to Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have a taxable income at or above the Temporary Skilled Migrant Income Threshold for at least three of the last five years Partner visas: increase for the 2020-21 Migration Program year Priority will be given where the relevant sponsor resides in a designated regional area. Implementation of family sponsorship provisions including character checks, sharing of personal information and enforceable sponsorship obligations for partner visa sponsors IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE FEDERAL BUDGET OF IF YOU NEED TO LODGE YOUR VISA, DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK A CONSULTATION, WE WILL BE ABLE TO HELP YOU!