Category: Announcements
Department Ceases Expression of Interest Applications for Global Talent Visa Program!
Hi everyone,
If you’re considering the Global Talent Visa (GTI) or already on the path to applying, there’s some important news you should know. The Australian Government has announced some big changes on 29th November 2024, and we want to make sure you’re in the loop!
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Goodbye Global Talent Visa, Hello National Innovation Visa
Goodbye Global Talent Visa, Hello National Innovation Visa: Embracing Change for a Brighter Future
In a world where innovation and talent drive economic growth, countries are constantly seeking ways to attract the brightest minds from around the globe. Australia has been no exception, with its Global Talent Visa program serving as a beacon for exceptional individuals looking to make their mark in the land down under. However, as the saying goes, change is the only constant, and the Australian government has recently announced a new direction in its approach to nurturing international talent.
Read More Australia’s Bold New Migration Strategy (Dec 2023): A Comprehensive Overview
Australia’s Bold New Migration Strategy (Dec 2023): A Comprehensive Overview
Today (Dec 11 2023), Australia’s Minister for Home Affairs, The Hon Clare O’Neil MP unveiled the much-anticipated Migration Strategy. It’s a substantial document, a full 100 pages, packed with insights and significant changes to the visa system in Australia. But, don’t worry, we’ve got a brief overview to keep you in the loop! Over the next few days, we will go deeper into each aspect of the announcement to look at how it might impact various visa options in the coming years.
Read More September 2023 Australian Migration Update – New Visa Planning Levels Announced
Key Takeaways
- New 2023-24 planning levels set at 190,000 places, a reduction of 5000 from last year
- Skilled visa numbers for Subclass 189, Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 reduced slightly, GTI numbers maintained at 5000
- No new allocations for BIIP program. Numbers cut to 0.
- Most family visa numbers maintained. Parent visa numbers boosted to 8500
Introduction
Hey there! We wanted to share some of the latest announcements about Australia’s permanent Migration Program for 2023-24. As you might’ve heard, there has been some major changes to the Migration Program Planning Levels for this year as compared to last. The 2023-24 migration program has been set at 190,000 places. This represents a reduction of 5000 places from last year’s levels. The program is divided into the Skill stream, Family stream, and Special Eligibility stream. This post discusses the allocation of visas across these streams.
Read More Federal Budget 2022-23: Latest Updates to Australian Migration Planning Levels
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg delivered the Federal Budget 2022-23 on Wednesday 29 March 2022. The main changes announced in this year’s budget have been about the migration planning levels for various visa subclasses. Keep reading for a summary of the major changes announced yesterday.
Read More July 2021 Updates to FWHIT & Visa Costs For GTI Visa
It’s that time of the year when applying for Australian visas gets more expensive. Every year on 1st of July, a number of changes are announced to the planning levels of various visas. Additionally, visa application charges (VACs) charged by the Department are revised up in line with the CPI forecast. This year, as per the Migration Amendment (Visa Application Charges) Regulations 2021 – F2021L00842 the VACs of a number of visas have been increased by 1.75%, rounded to the nearest $5.00 and Business Innovation & Investment Program VACs have gone up by 11.345% + the 1.75%.
Read More Welcome to the New Wisekangaroo
We started as an IELTS preparation website back in 2012. Over the years we have added more services to transition ourself into a full service international education and migration company.
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