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Character Testing: Are You Good, Bad or Normal?

It’s now harder than ever to become an Australian citizen. We live in a great country so it’s not surprising that many people want to make Australia their permanent home.

While we don’t want to let just anyone into Australia, how stringent should we be on permanent residents wanting citizenship?

There has been a great deal in the media about Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton and his character test. In effect since late 2014, the character test has the potential to block aspirations of being an Australian citizen.

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16/10/2018
Migrant worker

Skilling Australians Fund Commences 12th August 2018

Earlier this week, the government confirmed its plans to commence the Skilling Australians Fund. Commencing on 12th August 2018, the Act relates to the ‘nomination training contribution charge’.

Put simply, employers nominating to bring foreign workers into Australia for temporary or permanent skilled work visas will be hit with a nomination fee. Employers will be asked to pay a fee for each year they expect the visa entrant to be working in Australia. These fees will significantly increase the cost of nominating foreign workers and are required to be paid in full when the application is lodged.

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11/10/2018
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Not all Relationships are Created Equal

As with any visa, there are a myriad of tests and paperwork to be completed. While it is important that proper relationship screenings take place to determine the legitimacy of the relationship, how strict should visa laws be when it comes to applicants having to update their relationship status?

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25/09/2018
Assurance of Support

How does migration law happen?

There has been plenty of news recently about proposed changes to Australian migration laws. While radical changes always attract plenty of media attention, it’s important to remember that there are many reasons why a proposed bill may never see the light of day.

Here at Visa Solutions Australia we are constantly reminding people not to panic when they learn about proposed changes. The announcement just a few months ago about changes to the Assurance of Support for Parent Family Visas may not come into effect if there is a change of government.

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20/05/2018
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6 things you need to know if you’re migrating to Australia

When you’re moving to a new country, it’s really wise to do some preparation in advance. Migrants entering Australia are often surprised at the lifestyle here and the different approach to how things are done.

Schools, the medical system and even driving may not be what you’re used to. Here at Visa Solutions Australia, we’ve come up with some top guidance to help you settle and to learn a little more about the way we do things here.

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08/05/2018
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What is the impact of migration on Australia?

28% of Australians were born overseas, making this country one of the most multi-cultural in the world. From the gold rush in the 1850’s, to the post-war migration boom and the recent arrival of migrants with the mining boom, Australia has a higher share of migrants than most other countries. Is it no surprise to learn that one person arrives in Australia every minute and 24 seconds?

They are great contributors to this economy as evidence shows they lift the three “P’s” of economic growth namely population, participation and productivity.

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02/05/2018
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Indian community will find new TSS visa restrictive

The 457 visa which was abolished earlier this year was a popular route for Indians heading to work Down Under. Of the 90,000 holders of the 457 visas in Australia, 22% of them were held by Indians.

Indians who had set their eyes on permanent residency will now find it tougher to achieve this PR status. If they qualify from Australian universities, they will still need to have had two years’ work experience in that area of specialism to obtain a role. Labour testing means that the local workforce will be given the first opportunity for a job vacancy.

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27/04/2018
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