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New! Skilled Migrants/International Students Returning to Australia | Treasurer: Hoping to See It Before Year’s End! Minister Hints at Who Returns First? Australia’s Skilled Job Vacancies Hit a 13-Year High!
News November 9, 2021 Arthur

New! Skilled Migrants/International Students Returning to Australia | Treasurer: Hoping to See It Before Year’s End! Minister Hints at Who Returns First? Australia’s Skilled Job Vacancies Hit a 13-Year High!

In late October, Australia suddenly announced that from 1 November it would open its borders to the parents of PR holders and citizens. This grabbed everyone's attention, and after a few busy weeks, many parents' travel exemptions and visitor visas were being approved one by one — tickets booked and ready to go.

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This Year’s Invitation Quota Doubles to 4,000! No Investment, No Sponsorship, No Job Offer Required — The Quality Migrant Admission Scheme Is Closer Than You Think!
News November 4, 2021 Arthur

This Year’s Invitation Quota Doubles to 4,000! No Investment, No Sponsorship, No Job Offer Required — The Quality Migrant Admission Scheme Is Closer Than You Think!

When most people think about starting a new life elsewhere, the first places that come to mind are traditional destination countries like Australia, the United States, Canada, or the United Kingdom. But Hong Kong SAR — known as the Pearl of the Orient — is also an excellent choice for families with a range of different plans.

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Latest | Queensland’s Small Business Pathway Broadened — Greater Flexibility! Choose the Right Option → Your Path to PR Can Be Faster and More Affordable!?
News November 2, 2021 Arthur

Latest | Queensland’s Small Business Pathway Broadened — Greater Flexibility! Choose the Right Option → Your Path to PR Can Be Faster and More Affordable!?

Last week the Queensland state government finally updated its official website and opened state nomination. While a graduate stream has been made available, requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate applicants remain quite high. The Subclass 491 Small Business Owners Pathway has been retained as the option best suited to a wider range of applicants. Today we give a brief overview of Queensland's small business Subclass 491 under the new rules for this financial year.

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After nearly 600 days, Australia reopens its borders today! Latest developments for NSW international students returning to Australia! Labour shortages across multiple industries — study in Australia while you work, great value and high approval rates!
News November 1, 2021 Arthur

After nearly 600 days, Australia reopens its borders today! Latest developments for NSW international students returning to Australia! Labour shortages across multiple industries — study in Australia while you work, great value and high approval rates!

1 November 2021 was a remarkable day for Australia. Today marks the official reopening of borders after nearly 600 days, with New South Wales and Victoria — Australia's largest states — welcoming the first quarantine-free overseas arrivals.

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COVID Freebies from the Department of Home Affairs! Visa Fee Waivers? Full Refunds? Skilled, Parent and Partner Categories — They’re All Here!
News October 29, 2021 Arthur

COVID Freebies from the Department of Home Affairs! Visa Fee Waivers? Full Refunds? Skilled, Parent and Partner Categories — They’re All Here!

As everyone knows, the Department of Home Affairs increases visa application fees slightly on 1 July each year. Not only do fees rise year after year, but those who have lodged multiple student visa or visitor visa applications onshore will know that on top of the application fee, there is an additional AUD$700 surcharge.

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Major Update — Exclusive Preview! Department of Home Affairs Releases Detailed GTI Guidance for 10 Key Sectors: Opportunities and Pitfalls — Plus How We Secured an Invitation in Under 2 Weeks!
News October 28, 2021 Arthur

Major Update — Exclusive Preview! Department of Home Affairs Releases Detailed GTI Guidance for 10 Key Sectors: Opportunities and Pitfalls — Plus How We Secured an Invitation in Under 2 Weeks!

Since GTI launched in late 2019, everyone has been feeling their way forward — from applicants to migration agents, everyone has had the same question: what exactly does GTI require, and what kind of applicant is the Department of Home Affairs actually looking for?

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