Home

Mapien Blog

Immigration

Mapien Blog

Immigration

October 22, 2024

Immigration Alert – Skills in Demand Updates

Our latest immigration alert provides updates on the new Skills in Demand (SID) visa, which will replace the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa. We also provide a quick recap on the July 1 changes and a reminder of changes still to come in 2024 in the immigration space.

Strengthened migrant worker protection and compliance with workplace and migration laws

As part of its commitment to strengthening worker protections, the Australian Government has recently introduced new laws to give temporary visa holders confidence to report exploitation early and resolve their workplace issues. This update will provide employers and individuals with an overview of these changes.

Visa Update: What You Need to Know Before July 1st, 2024

As we enter into the last week of June, our Immigration Team are providing a reminder of the changes taking effect from the 1st July 2024 specific to the employer sponsored visa categories - Subclass 482, 494 and 186 visa. With a year of change ahead, it is important you are prepared for the changes.

June Immigration Update

In our latest immigration update, Mapien's Sarah Pettit gives an overview of the Department of Home Affairs announcement about changes to visa conditions effective 1st July 2024.

Immigration Updates – TSMIT Increase, Federal Budget Update, CSOL Consultation

In our latest immigration client alert we provide important information on the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold Increase, Federal Budget Update, and CSOL Consultation.

December 12, 2023

Client Alert | Migration Update

CLIENT ALERT! It has been a big year for migration updates and changes to the migration program. Our latest migration update discusses the announcement removing the requirement for advertising on Workforce Australia and provides an overview of the key focus areas from the Government’s Migration strategy.

November 8, 2023

The update we have all been waiting for! Expanding Employer Sponsored Pathways to Permanent Residency

In welcome news, the Department of Home Affairs has announced its proposed changes to the employer sponsored pathways to permanent residence are expected to take effect from 25 November 2023.