Helping you call Australia home

If you’re working in Australia as a cabinet maker and would like to stay long-term, a good option is to be sponsored by your employer. Fortunately, cabinet maker is on the skilled occupation list in Australia, which makes employer sponsorship a viable pathway to remain in the country. Cabinet maker is on the Core Skills Occupation List The occupation Cabinet Maker (ANZSCO Code 394111) is included on the Core Skills Occupation List. This means that employers across both metrop

This article is also available in Spanish. Every year on 1 July, the government increases visa application fees, and also increases the income threshold for nominees of employer sponsored visas. Planning ahead can help save costs. What is the income threshold? When a business wants to sponsor someone for a visa, one of the key requirements is that the salary offered must meet or exceed a minimum income threshold. In some cases, applicants will need to be paid even more than

This article is also available in Spanish . Applying for a Protection Visa (subclass 866) in Australia is one of the most important and life-changing decisions you can make. Whether you are fleeing persecution, violence, or serious harm, this visa offers you a chance to find safety and security. It is a humanitarian visa for refugees. However, the process of applying can be complex, emotional, and overwhelming. That’s why getting professional legal help is not just a good id

One of the best pathways to permanent residency in Australia is securing an employer-sponsored visa. However, finding an employer willing to sponsor you can be challenging. If you do manage to secure a sponsor, it can significantly increase your chances of staying in Australia long-term. Here’s how you can improve your chances of finding an employer sponsor: 1. Be in Australia if Possible Being physically in Australia can make it much easier to find an employer willing to spo

Migrating permanently to Australia is an exciting goal, but it requires careful planning and flexibility. Immigration laws change...

Health requirements for visa applicants Most visa applicants must meet certain health requirements to be granted a visa. If there is a health requirement, the applicant will need to do a medical exam, as requested by the Department of Home Affairs. A visa may be refused if an applicant has a medical condition that is considered to cause a "significant cost" to Australia's healthcare or community services. Conditions that may lead to visa refusal include: HIV/AIDS Cancer Chr

If you are in Australia and have you have had a visa refused (for example a student visa), you may still be able to apply for an onshore...

If you’ve been living in Australia on a bridging visa, or without a valid visa, having been unlawful for a period of time, you might still have options to apply for a Subclass 461 New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship Visa . This is where Schedule 3 criteria come into play. Understanding these requirements is essential if you find yourself in this situation. What Is Schedule 3? Schedule 3 of the Migration Regulations 1994 applies to individuals who are unlawful non-citizen

If your relationship with your New Zealand (Kiwi) partner has ended in separation or divorce, you may still be eligible to apply for...

When applying for an Australian visa, one of the key requirements you may need to meet is passing a health examination. Whether or not...

Unlike many other visas, the subclass 444 Special Category Visa for New Zealand citizens does not have the Public Interest Criterion...

Australia places a strong emphasis on public health and safety, which is reflected in its visa requirements. While health examinations...

Navigating the rules around Australian citizenship for children can be complex. Here’s a breakdown of key scenarios to help clarify who...

This article is also available in Spanish . You should get your Australian citizenship so that your visa cannot be cancelled; you can travel overseas more easily; and you have the right to vote. Becoming an Australian citizen is a significant milestone for many migrants. It not only solidifies your connection to Australia but also opens the door to numerous privileges and rights. If you’re considering taking this step, here are some key benefits of Australian citizenship that

Australian citizenship for children of New Zealand citizens NZ citizens who arrive in Australia are given a subclass 444 Special Category Visa at the airport. Although this visa is temporary it allows holders to stay in Australia indefinitely. A child born in Australia after 1 July 2022 to a subclass 444 holder will be Australian. This means they only need to apply for evidence of Australian citizenship, as they are born Australian. If you were born in Australia between 1 Sep

Despite my previous blog post and the strengthening sponsorship and nomination processes bill not being passed, the Department of Home Affairs has announced that the new Skills in Demand visa, will in fact replace the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa on Saturday 7 December 2024. You can see the announcement here: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/news-media/archive/article?itemId=1269 The exact details of this change have not yet been announced, however the much ant

Despite Australia's close relationship NZ citizens are not automatically given Australian citizenship. However on 1 July 2022 the laws were changed to make it easier for NZ citizens to get Australian citizenship. Now, NZ citizens do not need to apply for a permanent visa in order to get Australian citizenship. Instead, NZ citizens can apply for Australian citizenship after they have lived in Australia for 4 years. We can help you if you need assistance with Australian visas o

Becoming an Australian citizen is a significant milestone, but before you embark on the journey to citizenship, one important factor to consider is dual citizenship. Here’s everything you need to know about maintaining multiple citizenships and what it means for your future in Australia. What Is Dual Citizenship? Dual citizenship allows a person to be a citizen of two (or sometimes more) countries simultaneously. It means you can retain your current citizenship while also gai

Australia’s immigration policies have long included a health requirement for visa applicants (PIC4005 and 4007), designed to manage costs...