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25.01.2022 Occupations to be removed from QSOL when BSMQ Skilled Program Re-opens (please note this is only for Queensland) 13 November 2019 By Official BSMQ Due to a high demand and quota being met for the following occupations, they will be removed from the QSOLs detailed below, when the skilled program re-opens in the coming weeks. The entire skilled program will re-open for both subclass 190 and subclass 491 visas. The exact date of the skilled program re-opening is yet to be confi...rmed. If your occupation has been removed, please do not submit an EOI as it will not be picked up. Occupations to be removed from QSOL November 2019 Onshore and Offshore -IT ICT Business Analyst ANZSCO 261111 Systems Analyst ANZSCO 261112 Developer Programmer ANZSCO 261312 Software Engineer ANZSCO 261313 Software and Applications Programmers nec ANZSCO 261399 ICT Security Specialist ANZSCO 262112 Computer Network and Systems Engineer ANZSCO 263111 Analyst Programmer ANZSCO 261311 Onshore Accounting Accountant (General) ANZSCO 221111 Management Accountant ANZSCO 221112 Taxation Accountant ANZSCO 221113 External Auditor ANZSCO 221213 Internal Auditor ANZSCO 221214 Offshore -Engineering Civil Engineer ANZSCO 233211 Mechanical Engineer ANZSCO 233512 Electrical Engineer ANZSCO 233311 Engineering Technologist ANZSCO 233914 QSOL lists will be published on the BSMQ website when our skilled program re-open

25.01.2022 South Australia invitation news for subclass 190 and 491 - Skilled migration The states allocation of interim 491 and 190 visa nominations are intended to support and prioritise South Australias economic recovery and public health response. Prospective applicants will be able to lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Department of Home Affairs SkillSelect system. An invitation to submit an online application for state-nomination will be sent to prospective applicants with EOIs that meet Commonwealth and South Australian priorities. The Government of South Australia will publish state nomination requirements on 27 August 2020. From 31 August, South Australia will commence reviewing EOIs and sending invitations to submit an online application.

25.01.2022 At the end of June 2017, 185,390 South African-born people were living in Australia, 45.3 per cent more than the number at 30 June 2007. This makes the South African-born population the eighth largest migrant community in Australia, equivalent to 2.6 per cent of Australia's overseas-born population and 0.8 per cent of Australia's total population. (thanks John Sydney for the info) You will find more information here https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au//cou/profiles/south-africa

24.01.2022 Wow such great results this week. 482 nom approved within 4 days and 482 visa approved within 5 working days (approved today). This is what can happen if you have an agent who lodged a decision ready application.

24.01.2022 BSMQ PROCESSING UPDATE 25 MARCH 2020 BSMQ has now temporarily closed OFFSHORE processing for subclass 491 due to COVID-19 crisis and the closure of Queenslands borders on Wednesday 25 March 2020. We will inform applicants via the BSMQ website and social media pages when OFFSHORE processing recommences.... BSMQ is open to nominations for ONSHORE subclass 491 applicants who continue to meet Queensland state nomination criteria.

23.01.2022 Migration Program 2020-21 Update Summary of impact of COVID 19 on 2020-21 migration program. Department of Home Affairs (Immigration Department) has recently released a document that addresses the impacts of COVID 19 on migration program planning and delivery for year 2020-21. Impact of border closure...Continue reading

23.01.2022 Wonder how to help Australia and Kangaroo Island bush fires? This initiative was started by my personal trainer Richo's Strength & Conditioning and it has gone nationwide. Even if you cannot attend, you can donate and 100% of proceeds go to KI fire fighters. Thank you for your support. Wil jy weet hoe jy kan help met die Aussie brande? My persoonlike afrigter het hierdie bootcamp inisiatief begin Richo's Strength & Conditioning en dit het versprei reg oor die land. Al kan jy nie bywoon nie, is jy welkom om 'n donasie te maak. 100% van alle gelde gaan na Kangeroo Island brandweer manne.

23.01.2022 Proposed opening of the borders in Australia New Zealand: 1 July Intl safe countries: 10 Sept... Intl - defined by bilateral health agreement: 15 Oct All intl: 15 Dec A date has been proposed for the inaugural travel bubble flight from Australia to NZ, as a calendar for the restart of tourism is released. https://7news.com.au//timetable-for-post-coronavirus-touri

21.01.2022 This is what Australian Prime minister Scott Morrison said today re skilled migration - https://amp-smh-com-au.cdn.ampproject.org//cutting-immigra

21.01.2022 VETASSESS YEAR END CLOSURE UPDATE 2020 - End of year shutdown Our offices and phone lines will be closed from 21st December 2020 until 3rd January 2021. We will continue to accept online Skills Assessment applications; however, we will not be able to respond to any emails and phone calls during this time. Priority Processing applications on hold... Our Priority Processing service for general professional occupations will be suspended during the shutdown period. We will not accept priority processing applications from 2nd December 2020 till 3rd January 2021, but the service will resume on January 4. Please ensure you submit any Priority Processing applications by the close of business 1st December 2020. Other Skills Assessment applications for professional occupations will be accepted as usual. Trades applications Due to Trades Recognition Australia’s end of year shutdown, all skills assessments completed after 9th December will not be finalised until 2021. We will continue processing pending applications until 18th December; however, the outcomes will not be released until the second week of January.

20.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS - Queensland state lists BSMQ SKILLED PROGRAM NOW OPEN: https://fal.cn/35fl6... REVIEW QUEENSLAND SKILLED OCCUPATIONS LISTS HERE: https://fal.cn/35fl7

19.01.2022 Please note, this announcement still needs to be confirmed re the type of visas - Perth & Gold Coast now regional Australia - regional visas program increased to 25,000 places - more details will be forthcominghttps://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/6459151/regional-migration-intake-upped-to-25000/?cs=14264

19.01.2022 Update on ToeFL online test for English

19.01.2022 COVID-19 Impact on State and Territory Government Nominations Australian Capital Territory (ACT) All applicants for ACT 491 / 190 nomination must meet the eligibility criteria at date of Matrix submission. However, applicants impacted by COVID-19 can request a waiver of the 'continuous employment' eligibility criteria....Continue reading

18.01.2022 Very true summary of Australia!

15.01.2022 In the light of the travel ban for non residents, we are seeking clarity for people travelling with a 482 491 and 489 visa. We know for sure our 189, 190 visa holders are fine and are considered permanent residents as far as this latest travel ban is concerned. https://www.abc.net.au//coronavirus-non-resident-/12071640

15.01.2022 We would like to assure you that it is business as usual at Migration Network Australia and that we are doing our best to support you during these strange and unprecedented times due to the COVID-19 outbreak whether you are onshore or offshore. We will continue to do free assessments, lodge visa applications, skills assessments and collect supporting documentation from our clients and I will continue to conduct all consultations via Whatsapp or phone. We have systems in plac...Continue reading

15.01.2022 Medicare cover on new subclass 491 and 494 regional provisional visas approved - A new notifiable instrument has just been registered. It commences on 16 November 2019 and will treat holders of new regional visas as "eligible persons" under the Health Insurance Act 1973 (Cth).

14.01.2022 How good is it to get approvals again and ..... for an offshore 190 state sponsored visa?!?!? Yes the times they are a changing and we are so excited to be part of it. Let's celebrate post Covid and get this process kick started again. Slow start but a positive start. Send me an email to [email protected] if you want to find out if you qualify for an Australian permanent residency visa. I will give you an honest answer.

14.01.2022 New Financial Year Updates Status of all state nomination authorities at the start of new Financial Year. The State & Territory nomination program will remain temporarily closed until the Commonwealth Government's allocation of state nomination places for 2020-21 takes place. This means that State & Territory governments have no ability to nominate applicants in visa subclass 190 & visa subclass 491.... The GSM 2020/21 program year is scheduled to re-open from early August however, changes to the composition of the Australian Migration program might be made in October under the new budget. Due to the Coronavirus, the date for Federal Budget 2020-2021 has been delayed by the Federal Government - it will be handed down in Parliament on 6 October. The Federal Treasurer has advised that he will provide an update on the economic and fiscal outlook on 23 July. Here is the detailed status of all the states based on the updates published today: NT: Currently open. We are assuming that no nominations will be issued until the grant of new quota. New eligibility criteria in place for all applicants. Closed for offshore applicants. WA: Currently open. No updates yet from state authority. We are assuming that no nominations will be issued until the grant of new quota. NSW: Applications are open for 190 visa, closed for 491 visa. No nominations will be made until the allocation of new quota. TAS: Application are open, but no nomination will be made until quota is received. VIC: State nomination applications are temporarily closed. You can still lodge an EOI and then lodge the state nomination application once the new quota is allocated. SA: Applications closed until early august. Will re-open subject to allocation of new quota. ACT: Program to be temporarily closed until quota received from the DOHA QLD: Currently closed. Will reopen upon allocation of new quota. Source: Various state nomination authorities website Note: Currently open status implies that applicants meeting current criteria can apply for EOI and nomination application if invited by state authority. However, nominations will only be issued once the quota is allocated to respective state for this financial year

14.01.2022 Ch 7 reporting that a new Covid-19 strain from South Africa is thought to be even more virulent than the new UK strain. As a result all flights from ZA have been cancelled and all recent arrivals ordered into 14 days self isolation. https://www.businessinsider.co.za/what-we-know-about-the-ne

14.01.2022 Business as usual - Queensland invite received today for subclass 491! Whoohoo!

14.01.2022 Free assessments and zoom meeting for potential applicants. [email protected]

13.01.2022 VETASSESS mail 15 May 2020 - if you have any questions re the skills assessments for Vetassess, email me at [email protected] Dear Agent, We've changed some of our processes to help clients affected by COVID-19 restrictions, to give you and our applicants more options and flexibility.... What's new? We are granting extensions of time for clients to obtain documents, and in some cases putting applications on hold. We can consider requests to supply alternative forms of evidence, and we also have a new online payment solution for paper-based applications. We have also written answers to some of your clients' most frequently-asked questions. We hope this helps when clients contact you. The situation around COVID-19 is changing rapidly so please continue to contact us with any questions, or to request extra support that applicants may need. Australia is open for business The Australian Governments policy on skilled migration has not changed and we are still accepting applications and conducting skills assessments for professional and trade occupations. Although Australias borders are closed at this time, the Department of Home Affairs continues to accept visa applications.

13.01.2022 So many people ask if it is necessary to full fill your state obligations if nominated by a state for a 190 or 491 - well please all take note with what ACT is doing, all other states will follow suit- Canberra Skills Integrity check ACT Residence sc 190 and sc 491 Canberra is conducting an integrity check of continued ACT residence for those who have been nominated for a subclass 190 visa by the ACT government.... ACT 190 nominees are required to provide bank statements as evidence of their continuing ACT residence. If Skills Canberra is not satisfied that the ACT nominees are currently resident in Canberra, their ACT 190 nomination may be withdrawn. If ACT 190 nomination is withdrawn, the Department is unable to grant the visa. Further, it appears that an integrity check of continued ACT residence for ACT sc 491 nominees will commence shortly.

13.01.2022 Should I use a Migration Agent or a lawyer? Many people ask what the difference is between a Registered Migration Agent and a Lawyer. The Australian Government allows both Registered Migration Agents and lawyers to assist people with their migration issues. Lawyers are usually more expensive than migration agents. Migration agents focus on one thing: assisting people with migration law. Some lawyers are specialists in migration law, but may also practice in other areas such a...s family law, criminal law, or property law. Lawyers and Registered Migration Agents are both highly educated. Lawyers must do an undergraduate degree and then gain professional training. Registered Migration Agents must have an undergraduate degree plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Migration Law, plus undergo professional training. Both a Registered Migration Agent or a lawyer are qualified to take your appeal to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). Only a lawyer can take your matter to the Federal Court. Taking an appeal to the Federal Court (or Federal Circuit Court) is a big decision. You would normally only do this if you had lost at the AAT and you want to appeal on a point of law. For this you need a good lawyer who knows this area very well. It can be very expensive and very high risk since, if you lose, you may have to pay your own lawyer but also the lawyers employed by the Government. For most people needing assistance with their visa application or refusal, a Registered Migration Agent provides a high level of knowledge and professional skill, at a more economical price. See more

13.01.2022 State and Territory Governments Nominations Updates as at 23 Nov 2019 ACT Open for 190 (491 opens 1st Jan 2020) Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) http://www.canberrayourfuture.com.au//skilled-visa-act-19/ Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) ... The eligibility criteria for 491 nomination in 2020 will be published on or before 28 November 2019. NSW Open for 190 (491 likely to open mid December 2019) Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) https://www.industry.nsw.gov.au//skilled-nominated-migrati Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) https://www.industry.nsw.gov.au//skilled-regional-nominate NT Closed (Opens on 9th Dec 2019) https://theterritory.com.au//northern-territory-government SA Closed https://www.migration.sa.gov.au/skille/skilled-visa-options TAS Open Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) Closed for Category 3 (Job Offer) https://www.migration.tas.gov.au/ski/skilled_nominated_visa Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) https://www.migration.tas.gov.au/skilled_m/skilled_regional QLD Closed https://migration.qld.gov.au/skilled-visa-opti/im-offshore/ VIC Open Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) https://liveinmelbourne.vic.gov.au//skilled-nominated-visa Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) https://liveinmelbourne.vic.gov.au//skilled-migration-/491 WA Open https://migration.wa.gov.au//skilled-mi/occupation%20lists See more

13.01.2022 Temp visa holders and Covid 19

13.01.2022 APC announcement for South African qualified physiotherapists - The Council is pleased to announce that trained physiotherapists from South Africa can now apply to our FLYR stream of the Standard Assessment Pathway. This is a great opportunity to join the Australian physiotherapy workforce, which is considered to be among the very best in the world. Contact us for a free visa assessment if you are a South African qualified physiotherapist - [email protected] https://physiocouncil.com.au/south-africa-flyr-stream/

12.01.2022 Northern Territory (NT) - Update In response to the evolving COVID-19 outbreak the Australian Government announced closure of its borders effective from Friday 20 March 2020 at 9pm EST (Eastern Standard Time). In light of this MigrationNT will stop accepting offshore General Skilled Migration applications for the Northern Territory nomination effective from 12 midnight on Tuesday 24 March 2020 until further notice. Existing applications received and paid will still be processed in accordance with current service standards. https://theterritory.com.au/migrate/migrate-to-work

12.01.2022 We are still seeking clarification as to the meaning of non-resident regarding the travel ban which the Prime Minister used in his media release. However prepare yourselves for not being counted as a resident if you have the following subclass visas - 482, 489, 491. As we get new info we will update you. When you get to the airport check in they will NOT allow you on the plane if you fall into the excluded category.

12.01.2022 Dept of Home Affairs Q&A on Migration Program Planning and Delivery 2020-21 Document attached to Files Includes: #4. When will the Government announce the size and the composition for the 2020-21 Migration Program? Until otherwise advised, the existing 2019-20 Migration Program settings will continue to remain in place.... This means the 2020-21 planning ceiling will be retained at 160,000 places, the level set for the 2019-20 Migration Program. # 7. What changes will be made to the Migration Program in 2020-21? - Until otherwise advised, the existing 2019-20 Migration Program settings, including the program size and composition, will remain in place. - The Governments current focus is dealing with the immediate health and economic impacts of COVID-19 See more

10.01.2022 The Australian Visa Application and Biometric Collection Centres in South Africa will resume limited operations from 02 November 2020 for Biometrics collection, strictly by appointment. Paper applications will not be accepted by mail or at the office. Current operational days and timing for the AVACs and ABCC, except public holidays, are: Operational days: Monday-Wednesday-Friday Operational timings: 09:00 hrs to 16:00 hrs VFSGLOBAL.COM... Australian Visa Information In South Africa - Home See more

10.01.2022 Great news, there was an invitation round today for 189/491(f) streams. We still don't know the quantities, points or occupations but that is great news in so far as the migration program still going ahead.

10.01.2022 Queensland state sponsorships and invitations - BSMQ has been advised by the Department of Home Affairs (HA) that it will not be in a position to open the 2020/21 migration program on 1 July 2020. As a consequence, BSMQs business and skilled migration program will remain closed on 1 July 2020 until further notice. Please note: BSMQ will not be accepting any Expressions of Interests (EOIs) submitted on Skillselect from 1 July 2020. We will post an advice on this website, should the situation change. BSMQ appreciates your patience in these challenging COVID-19 times. We thank you for your commitment to Queensland and look forward to opening the business and skilled migration program as soon as is possible.

09.01.2022 Happy 12th birthday Migration Network Australia!!!! And because it is our birthday, we are going to give all new contracts signed and paid for from today until 13th November 2020 a 12% discount!!!! How good is that? That can equate to a $480 discount on a $4000 contract or $360 discount on a $3000 contract! T&C's apply. But act now as the promotions ends midnight the 13th November 2020 South African time! Send email for details to [email protected]

09.01.2022 And this is why I do what I do!

08.01.2022 https://www.businessinsider.co.za/qantas-quits-south-africa

07.01.2022 Govt Announces VAC Changes and Waivers/Refund Details Hi all - further details from the government released this morning: Visitors Visitor visa holders who are overseas and whose visas expired or will expire between March 2020 and December 2021 will be eligible for a waiver when they apply for a new visa. Working holiday makers... Backpackers on Working Holiday Maker visas who have been unable to come to Australia or who had to leave Australia early due to COVID-19 will also be eligible for a waiver, when they decide to return to Australia. Those who are unable to return because they have passed the age limit for a Working Holiday Maker visa will be able to claim a refund. Seasonal Worker Program and Pacific Labour Scheme workers Seasonal Worker Program and Pacific Labour Scheme visa holders will also be eligible for a refund of the VAC if they were granted a visa before 20 March 2020 and have been unable to travel to Australia due to COVID19 Temporary skilled workers Due to travel restrictions there are many Temporary Skill Shortage and Temporary Work (Skilled) visa holders who have not made their initial entry to Australia, or have returned home due to COVID-19 and may wish to apply again. To support local businesses that seek to access critical skills not available in the local labour workforce, the Government will offer a waiver of the VAC for subsequent applications by affected temporary employer sponsored skilled migrants. Prospective Marriage visa holders The Prospective Marriage visa provides holders with nine months to travel to Australia to marry an Australian citizen or permanent resident. VAC refunds will be available for Prospective Marriage visa holders who have been unable to enter Australia before their visa expired, due to COVID-19 related travel restrictions. Refunds will ensure these visa holders are able to apply for another visa to travel to Australia and hold their wedding once travel restrictions are lifted. For those visas that havealready expired, any new application will be prioritised. Visa extensions will be available for Prospective Marriage visa holders whose visas are still valid. See more

06.01.2022 Tasmania Nomination Criteria Temporary changes to the Category 3A As of 20 March 2020, applications for this category are temporarily restricted until further notice to occupations listed in the High Demand section of the Tasmanian Skilled Occupation List (TSOL). Please do not LODGE or PAY for a Category 3A application if your nominated occupation is not listed as 'HIGH DEMAND' on the TSOL. Your application will NOT be assessed. Applications under Category 3A lodged prior t...o this date which specify other occupations will still be considered. Applicants with High Demand occupations will, however, be given priority. This means processing times for other Category 3A applications with occupations not listed in the High Demand section will become extended (approximately 6 months from lodgement). The updated Tasmanian Skilled Occupation List (TSOL) can be found here. Source: https://www.migration.tas.gov.au/skilled_m/skilled_regional SA Immigration Closure of the subclass 132 and 188 for year 2019/20. Due to unprecedented demand, South Australia s state nominated business visa subclass 188 & 132 program has reached its capacity in the 2019/20 program year. Immigration SA is now receiving Intention to Apply submissions from interested parties who plan to apply for South Australian Nomination once the 2020-21 program year opens for applications. Interested parties can lodge an Intention to Apply enquiry with Immigration SA to register their interest in state nomination. This 2-step process involves submission of information via the Immigration SA apply website in addition to a completed response to a confirmation email: Log into your Apply website account Choose 'Submit enquiry' option Click on the 'Enquiry Topic' drop down menu, and select 'Intention to Apply (Subclass 132/188 excluding 132 Review)' option Select visa subclass you wish to apply for: o Visa Subclass 132 - 132 Significant Business History - 132 Venture Capital Entrepreneur o Visa Subclass 188 - 188 Business Innovation - 188 Business Investment - 188 Significant Investor - 188 Entrepreneur Click 'Submit' button Following submission of enquiry, applicants will receive an email from Immigration SA outlining next steps of this process. Please note there is no cost associated with lodging an 'Intention to Apply'. Lodgement of an Intention to Apply will see early consideration given to a corresponding application that is submitted in the opening 3 months of the 2020/21 program year. (Opening dates for the 2020-21 program dates will be published at a later date). Source: https://www.migration.sa.gov.au//general-skilled-migration

06.01.2022 It’s a wrap! Thanks to all our clients, members, followers for an amazing 2020. Thanks to my staff and family who supported me throughout this interesting and exiting year. We are looking forward to an even more exiting year in 2021 and may all your migration dreams come true!

06.01.2022 2019-20 Migration Program Outcomes The Government has published the detailed outcomes from the 2019-20 Migration Program. South Africa came 9th in the list of source countries for visas with 3,743 visa places. They have also confirmed that the size and composition of the 2020-21 Migration and Humanitarian programs will be considered in light of the developing COVID-19 situation and announced as part of the Budget process in October.... Skilled Stream The Skill stream outcome was 95,843 places, which accounted for 69.5 per cent of the total 201920 Migration Program outcome (excluding Child stream). Within the Skill stream: - The Employer Sponsored category had an outcome of 29,261 places against a planning level of 30,000 places. Employer Sponsored visas comprised 30.5 per cent of the Skill stream outcome in 201920; - The Skilled Independent category had an outcome of 12,986 places (13.5 per cent); - The Regional category delivered 23,372 places against a planning level of 25,000 (24.4 per cent of Skill outcome). Of this, 15,000 places were delivered in Skilled Work Regional and 8,372 places in Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional; - The State/Territory Nominated category delivered 21,495 places (22.4 per cent); - The Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) had an outcome of 4,420 places (4.6 per cent); - The Global Talent category, which was launched on 4 November 2019, delivered 4,109 places against a planning level of 5,000 places; and The Distinguished Talent category had an outcome of 200 places (0.2 per cent). https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au//report-migration-program-2

05.01.2022 Update to Victorias subclass 491, 190, 188 and 132 visa nomination programs The Victorian Governments state nomination program will remain temporarily closed while we await the Commonwealth Governments allocation of state nomination places for 2020-21. In the meantime, you will not be able to apply for the following state nomination visas:... Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa Business Innovation stream (subclass 188A) (Provisional) visa Investor stream (subclass 188B) (Provisional) visa Significant Investor stream (subclass 188C) (Provisional) visa Entrepreneur stream (subclass 188E) (Provisional) visa Significant Business History (subclass 132A) (Permanent) visa Venture Capital Entrepreneur (subclass 132B) (Permanent) visa We will notify you when the 2020-21 Victorian state nomination program reopens after further advice from the Commonwealth Government. You can still lodge your Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Commonwealths Department of Home Affairs SkillSelect system. An EOI will be required before you can apply for a Victorian visa nomination.

05.01.2022 Email me for a detailed FAQ re the budget if still in doubt. [email protected] Budget 2020/2021 and migration Migration Program/ Stream 19-20 20-21 % Change 189,190,491,186,494 96,620 50,000 -48.25% Global Talent Independent 5,000 15,000 200.00% Distinguished Talent 200 200 0.00% ...Continue reading

05.01.2022 The Morrison Government is strengthening the Australian Citizenship test to ensure new citizens understand and are committed to the values that unite all Australians.

04.01.2022 The cutest thing ever (just behind my grandson), this will be me between the 24th December and 2nd January, but please be assured, if anything urgent happens in that week, we will still attend to it. Merry Christmas and an awesome 2020 to all our past, present and future clients who are all part of our extended family. If we have not made your dreams come true yet, we will do our best to make it happen in 2020!

03.01.2022 State sponsorship update NT, VIC Tasmania as at 18 Nov 2019 - Northern Territory Applications for 190 and 491 visa are temporary closed. Applications for Northern Territory Government nomination under the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 491 and Skilled Nominated visa subclass 190 will close on 16 November 2019 and re-open on Monday 9 December 2019.... From 9 December a fee of AUD 300 (plus GST where applicable) will be charged for subclass 190 and subclass 491 nomination applications. This fee is non-refundable. You will be charged an application fee for each future application you submit. The application fee must be paid online at the time of the application submission. More information on subclass 491 nominations will be available on this website soon. Tasmania Closure of Category 3 - Overseas Applicant (Job Offer) and updated nomination requirement for 491 visa. Tasmania has announced on the website the closure of Category 3 applications in 190 visa. All the applications received after 15 Nov 2019; 11:59 pm in Category 3 - Overseas applicant (Job Offer) will not be processed. All the nomination criteria for the 491 visa are similar to the that of 489 visa. One more condition will be taken into account for the selecting the applicants while nominating them: - The likelihood of you obtaining a personal income that would meet the minimum taxable income requirement for the subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (currently AU$53,900 per year for at least 3 years in the next 5 years). VIC - 491 visa New nomination requirements for 491 visa. VIC has published new nomination requirements for the 491 visa. Following is the summary of eligibility requirements: Age: less then 45 years English Proficiency: All applicants must have an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of at least six in each band score or equivalent. Occupation: It must be listed on the Department's website: Link Finances: as listed on VIC website Offer of employment: All applicants who wish to apply for Victorian nomination for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa must provide evidence of a current offer of employment in a position located in a designated regional area of Victoria (as defined by the Department of Home Affairs). Positive skills assessment: in your nominated occupation. CV: Your updated CV Applications for the 491 visa nominations open in VIC from 18 Nov 2019; 0900. There is No Fees for lodging the VIC nomination application

02.01.2022 Email from Vetassess - dear Agent, We've changed some of our processes to help clients affected by COVID-19 restrictions, to give you and our applicants more options and flexibility. What's new? We are granting extensions of time for clients to obtain documents, and in some cases putting applications on hold. We can consider requests to supply alternative forms of evidence, and we also have a new online payment solution for paper-based applications. We have also written answers to some of your clients' most frequently-asked questions. We hope this helps when clients contact you. The situation around COVID-19 is changing rapidly so please continue to contact us with any questions, or to request extra support that applicants may need.