Navigating Changes in Temporary Visa Health Requirements in Australia
As of November 1, 2023, applicants for further temporary visas in Australia face a pivotal shift in policy. Short-term measures that once exempted individuals from health examinations during the application process have ceased, signifying a significant adjustment in the visa application landscape. This change stems from the Department of Home Affairs’ proactive response to the […]
Australian Government Broadens Path to Permanent Residency for Skilled Temporary Workers
The Australian Government is set to introduce pivotal changes to Employer nominated visas including the subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) and Subclass 186 – Employer Nomination Stream, Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream of visas. The move aims to streamline and clarify the route to permanent residency for TSS visa holders, offering increased assurance to […]
Changing Sponsors on a 482 Visa
Primary 482 visa holders are allowed to change sponsors (employers) after the grant of their 482 visa. To do so, they have to ensure that they comply with the requirements outlined in this article so they are not in breach of the work restrictions (condition 8607) imposed on their visa. Process to change sponsors on […]
Attracting The Top Talent In A Global Economy – A User-Friendly Guide to the Global Talent Program
In an increasingly competitive global market, attracting and retaining top talent has become a key aspect of any country’s economic growth and development. Australia is no exception to this trend. To meet this need, Australia introduced the Global Talent Visa program, which aims to attract exceptionally talented and prominent individuals who can raise Australia’s standing […]
Applying for an Onshore Subclass 866 Australian Protection Visa
People who arrive in Australia with a valid visa and are seeking asylum can apply to the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) for a Protection visa (Subclass 866). This visa would allow permanent stay in Australia. People who arrive in Australia without a visa and are seeking asylum can apply to DHA for a Temporary Protection […]
Termination of employment – what happens to a 482 visa holder?
There are many reasons why a 482 visa holder may stop working for the employer that sponsored them. In this article, we outline the steps 482 visa holders and sponsoring employers need to take once the 482 visa holder ceases employment, and the consequences if these steps are not followed. If you are the visa […]
Closure of 408 Pandemic Visa
We published a comprehensive article on the 408 visa on 24 April 2020, shortly after the subclass 408 visa, under the Australian Government Endorsed Event Stream for COVID-19 Pandemic visa was announced (the COVID-19 visa). The “COVID-19 visa” has proven to be a lifeline for many visa holders who would otherwise not qualify for more […]
Decoding UK Subject Access Requests and Police Clearances: Crucial Steps for a Smooth Australian Migration Journey
Do you know the difference between a UK “Subject Access Request” and a Police Clearance? And what is essentially required for a smooth Australian migration journey? Subject Access Request vs Police Clearance A UK police clearance, also known as a “police certificate” or “criminal record check,” is a document issued by a law enforcement agency […]
Hot Legal Topics – Episode 4
Episode 4 | The Intersection of Immigration & Family Law In episode four of the series, Jackson Taylor, Partner at Roam Migration Law, talks with Byron Leong, Partner at Lander & Rogers about the intersection of immigration and family law and the potential gaps in the system. Hot Legal Topics is a new video series, […]
Hot Legal Topics – Episode 3
Episode 3 | Immigration Law Hot Legal Topics is a new video series, hosted by Rebecca Spoor, the Business Development Manager at Roam Migration Law, in which leading Australian lawyers discuss the hot-button topics in law right now. In our first series, over six episodes, our legal experts delve into significant issues, changes, and trends […]