Latest News on Australian Immigration - October 2024

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00:00 Introduction
00:56 Skills in Demand Core Skills Occupation List
02:17 Visa Appeal changes
03:21 Indicative allocations for Student Visas
04:01 190 and 491 updates
05:13 Work and Holiday Visa for China, India and Vietnam
05:51 Workplace Justice Visa
06:13 Next 189 Invitation Round

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Australian Immigration News - October 2024

Skills in Demand Visa and the Core Skills Consultation List

The opening of the Skills in Demand Visa, including the Specialist Skills, Core Skills, and Essential Skills pathways, is expected by the end of this year.

There is a great deal of stress from those with occupations on the Confident Off list as part of the core skills consultation.

Occupations on the Confident Off list may not be available for employer sponsorship under the new Core Skills Visa.

Changes to the Visa Refusal Process

Starting on October 14, 2024, the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) will be replaced by the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART). This restructuring aims to modernize the administrative review process, making it more efficient and responsive to public needs.

2025 Indicative Allocations for Student Visas

The Australian Government has released the indicative allocation numbers for student visas in 2025. Major universities, especially in Melbourne and Sydney, have experienced decreased allocations, while some regional universities have seen increases.

Updates on 190 and 491 Visas

All states and territories are now open and actively inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs). Recently, some of our clients received invitations for various occupations in South Australia, including: Mechanical Engineer,
Registered Nurse, Pathology Collector and Retail Pharmacist

Business Opportunities with the 491 Visa

Queensland and Tasmania have opened new pathways for small business owners.

462 Work and Holiday Visa for India, China, and Vietnam

The ballot system for people from India, China, and Vietnam regarding the Australian 462 Work and Holiday Visa is already open.

New Workplace Justice Visa for People Being Exploited in Their Workplace

This new free visa was introduced to protect migrant workers who have experienced exploitation in their workplace. This visa allows these workers to remain and work in Australia for up to 12 months while their claims of exploitation are investigated.

Check out the detailed page about the Workplace Justice Visa that we recently posted on our website.

When Will the Next 189 Round Be?

Historically, December has seen 189 visa rounds. There was a round on Monday, December 18, 2023, and Thursday, December 8, 2022. In 2021, there was no December round, but instead a Friday, January 21, 2022 round. It’s likely there will be a 189 invitation round this year.

Those with occupations on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) should ensure their skills assessments and English tests are ready.

Fast track to register as a doctor

Starting 21 October 2024, doctors from the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand will have their ability to practice in Australia fast-tracked.

Family violence provisions for Skilled visa applications

The Migration Amendment Family Violence Provisions for Skilled Visa Applications regulations allow secondary applicants in seven permanent Skilled visa subclasses to access family violence provisions. This change means that secondary applicants can be granted visas even if their relationship with the primary applicant has ended, provided they, a family member, or a dependent child have experienced family violence from the primary applicant.

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[unnideep]

Does telecommunications enginnering has scope for 492&190 in WA & VICTORIA?

CURRENTLY having a positive skill assessment & score of 70 points ( excluding state points )

[karenvecsei]

Will Chris be donating any money to the migrants to help upon arrival or will Chris prefer the Government to hand out $50, 000 to each migrant?

[manisharathee]

I got 65 points as Registered Nurse, is it possible to get invited?

[joe-pmgp]

Hi Chris, thanks a lot for this video.

Could you please share a contact detail from one of your lawyers/representatives that speaks tagalog or from Phillipines.

Thanks in advance. More power!

[dailylifegadgets]

Hi! Will they grant 188 visa to already lodged applicants? Or should go for refund?

[MrinsanMia-sb]

hello how are you i want to apply job in australia how come

[gmafh]

Something needs looking at regarding visa times its ridiculous clearly understaffed, 417 for UK citizens shouldnt be going past the 2month mark with no response 👎🏼

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