The Department of Home Affairs has provided clarity on Caveat 14, addressing concerns regarding its interpretation in relation to the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). This caveat applies to positions “not provided for under an International Trade Obligation (ITO)” and was initially intended to highlight occupations included on the CSOL due to commitments under ITOs.However,…
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The Australian Government has implemented the Migration (Specification of Occupations—Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024 (LIN 24/089), effective 7 December 2024. This instrument introduces the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) as part of the migration reform framework for the new Subclass 482 (Skills in Demand) Visa, enhancing accessibility and aligning skilled migration pathways with labour market…
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The Australian Government has implemented the Migration (Arrangements for Employer Nomination and Regional Employer Nomination Skilled Visas) Instrument 2024 (LIN 24/092), effective 7 December 2024. These amendments refine the processes for the Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme) and Subclass 187 (Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme) visas, ensuring improved accessibility and efficiency for employers and skilled migrants.…
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The Australian Government has introduced the Migration (Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities—Subclass 186 Visa) Instrument 2024 (LIN 24/093), which takes effect from 7 December 2024. This instrument provides a comprehensive update to the occupations and assessing authorities associated with the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa, aligning with the Government’s migration priorities. Key Provisions…
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The Australian Government has introduced the Migration (Language Test Requirements for Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024 (LIN 24/099), effective 7 December 2024. This amendment updates the English language requirements for the new Skills in Demand (SID) Visa, ensuring alignment with Australia’s skilled migration framework. Revised English Test RequirementsThe language test requirements for the Specialist Skills…
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