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Migration Update

Australia’s TSMIT to Rise to $76,515 from 1 July 2025: What You Should Know

TSMIT Increase 2025: What Employers and Skilled Migrants Need to Know Australia’s skilled migration framework is changing. Starting 1 July 2025, the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will rise from $73,150 to $76,515. This change will impact employer-sponsored visa categories and reflects broader updates to income thresholds for skilled…

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Migration Update

Skilled Visa Income Thresholds 2025 – A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating the world of skilled visas can be complex. Understanding the income thresholds is crucial for success. In 2025, these thresholds will play a key role in the immigration process. They will determine who can apply for a skilled visa and who cannot. This guide will delve into the Specialist…

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Subclass 494

494 Visa Australia: Key Advantages and Disadvantages

Navigating Australia’s immigration options can be a complex process. The 494 Visa offers a unique pathway for skilled workers. It allows them to live and work in regional areas. This visa is part of Australia’s strategy to address skill shortages. Understanding the 494 Visa’s pros and cons is crucial. It…

A concerned international graduate in Australia looking at a visa document, with the Sydney Opera House and city skyline in the background, symbolizing the end of post-study work rights extension.

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Graduate Visa

End of the Two-Year Extension of Post Study Work Rights

From mid-2024, the two-year extension of post-study work rights under subclass 485 will no longer be available. The Australian Government has announced that the two-year extension of post-study work rights for the Subclass 485 visa will end in mid-2024. This decision marks a significant shift for international graduates who were…

Infographic explaining the pathway from 482 visa to permanent residency in Australia, including employer nomination and key steps.

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Subclass 482

Understanding the 482 Visa Permanent Residency Pathway

Navigating the journey to permanent residency in Australia can be complex, especially for skilled workers on a 482 visa. This guide will help you understand the 482 permanent residency pathway, eligibility criteria, and the steps involved in the transition from a temporary skilled worker visa to permanent residency. Achieving permanent…

Clarification on Caveat 14 and its impact on CSOL list occupations, including updates on Chef applications and skilled migration policies in Australia

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Clarification on Caveat 14: Impact on CSOL Occupations and Key Updates

The Department of Home Affairs has explained Caveat 14, addressing concerns regarding its interpretation and effect on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). This caveat, which applies to positions “not provided for under an International Trade Obligation (ITO),” was initially designed to highlight occupations included on the CSOL due to commitments…