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Minister for Immigration and Border Protection Scott Morrison has announced the establishment of an Australian Border Force, which will include a merged Department of Immigration and Border Protection and Customs and Border Protection Services. The new service will include the policy, strategy and front line operations of both departments. The
The 2014 Budget confirmed that the 2014-15 migration program will remain overall steady at 190,000 places including 128,550 for skilled migration, 60,885 places for family migration and 565 places under the special eligibility stream. Focus on skilled migrants the new priority
Roam Migration Law Partner, Jackson Taylor, made a submission to the Independent Panel tasked with reviewing the 457 visa program, through his previous firm, Eventus Immigration. A number of issues with the current program were put to the panel including the difficulty for employers to manage temporary visa populations with
Reports suggest that the Chinese government is seeking exemptions for Chinese workers on projects in Australia in negotiations on Free Trade Agreement. Free Trade Agreement: China wants to send workers into Australia
The Department of Home Affairs has clarified that Bridging Visa A holders who depart Australia cannot have their Bridging Visa ‘re-activated’ on return. This may cause issues for employees who need to travel internationally while waiting for a decision on a visa application. Employers need to ensure that Bridging Visa
Thomas Foods International have used the 457 visa program to access 150 skilled staff for their Murray Bridge meatworks. The story demonstrates the benefits for businesses accessing skilled labour from overseas and highlights the valuable contribution migrants bring to rural communities. Roam Migration Law can help your business access skilled
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