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February 14, 2025

Australian Immigration – Did you know?

Our immigration team share tips, experience and expertise on Australian immigration in our new Did You Know segment.

December 10, 2024

Employer Nomination Scheme and Subclass 186 permanent residence visa – eligibility updates

Further to the introduction of the Skills in Demand (SID) visa over the weekend, the Department has also made some positive and long overdue updates to the Employer Nomination Scheme and Subclass 186 permanent residence visa, with amendments being made to both the Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition streams.

December 10, 2024

New Skills in Demand (SID) visa replaces the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa

The new Skills in Demand (SID) visa, has officially replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa as of December 7, 2024. While this new visa framework was announced in principle many months ago, the implementation has occurred with little notice or fanfare.

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.

Client Alert | Labour Market Testing Update

Immigration Client Update: From the 31st May 2023, the Australia – UK Free Trade Agreement (UKFTA) came into force. The two important changes from an immigration perspective are, Labour Market Testing (LMT) and Working Holiday Visa. Learn more...

FAQ | Migration Matters

While there will be multiple changes made to the skilled migration program prior to the end of 2023, one of the imminent confirmed changes relates to an increase in the minimum salary level for the Subclass 482 and 186 visas, effective from 1 July this year. Our Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) provide some further clarification on both changes.

Migration Reforms May 2023

Late last week Minister Clare O’Neil gave an address to the National Press Club, outlining the Government’s proposed changes to Australia’s skilled migration framework. The proposed changes will represent a once in a decade overhaul of a migration system that is currently failing to deliver for Australia and its skilled migrants.

January 24, 2023

Immigration Update January 2023

It is no surprise that 90% of businesses expect to be affected by the staffing shortages in 2023. We continue to hear from clients across a broad range of industry sectors that they are struggling to fill their vacancies. The Australian Government is focusing on improving the temporary and permanent skilled migration programs in support of industry and reduce the impacts COVID-19 had on skilled migration programs. Here are some immigration updates from the last few months.

November 22, 2022

Mapien Immigration team updates

Our Mapien immigration team is in the business of changing people's lives. Our focus is always on our clients, and with that in mind, we wanted to share some changes to our team for 2023.

Global Talent | The Coveted Visa

The Global Talent Independent (GTI) continues to be an attractive option for applicants who fall within the scope of the target sectors and the salary required for this visa. However, there is another lesser known option under the Global Talent visa which embraces talent in all its forms and does not require an applicant to meet the strict sector and salary requirements of the GTI option.

December 8, 2020

The Global Talent Independent Stream

Over the years our Migration team have assisted eligible applicants who have an internationally recognised level of outstanding achievement in a sport, the arts, a profession or in academia & research, receive permanent visas. The Global Talent Independent stream was launched to invite highly talented, entrepreneurial applicants to Australia. Mapien’s approval rate success is an indication of our expertise in this area & puts us in a strong position to assist potential candidates for the GTI visa.

September 9, 2020

Immigration Matters: Labour Market Testing Requirements for permanent employer sponsored visas

With unemployment at an all time high, the Australian Government has now introduced an additional advertising requirement for applications being submitted for permanent employer sponsored visa applications.

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