Migration News
The latest news on visas and immigration in Australia
What’s next for international students after graduation?
For many international students, the end of their studies in Australia means the prospect of returning to their home country to be reunited with their family and loved ones. For others, it may be an opportunity to see what pathways are available for them to gain further work experience in Australia.
Prospective Marriage visas: What you need to know
The Prospective Marriage visa, otherwise known as the Fiancé visa may well be the option for Australian citizens or permanent residents who are looking to bring their overseas partners to Australia for their big day!
The bridge worth crossing: Can I travel overseas while on a bridging visa?
Did you know that as the holder of a bridging visa, you may be able to apply for permission to work or travel overseas? Knowing the conditions of your bridging visa can go a long way to ensuring you don’t end up in a spot of bother!
The visas that will bring mums and dads to Australia
Parent visas are a key part of Australia’s family migration programme. Here’s a list of visas that will help reunite parents with their children in Australia.
Help! My visa application has been refused. What can I do?
Receiving news that your visa application has been refused can be disappointing. However, all is not lost as you may be entitled to appeal the decision.
What you can expect to pay when sponsoring a partner to Australia
In April 2019, the Federal Government announced a 5.4% increase in visa application charges which will come into effect on 1 July 2019. In this article, we summarise some of the costs involved in sponsoring your partner to Australia.
The new visas to attract more skilled workers to Regional Australia
The Federal Government has lived up to its promise of encouraging migrants to live and work in Regional Australia by announcing the introduction of two new regional visas in November 2019 that will include a pathway to permanent residence.
The global village within Australia
Migrating to a new country can be exciting yet frightening! Thankfully, there are a large number of community groups, cultural associations and networks to help you transition and settle into your new life in Australia.
How the ‘KonMari’ method can help you organise your visa application
Applying for a visa can be a long and slow process when your documents are not organised or ready to be submitted, but it doesn’t have to be this way if you use Marie Kondo’s ‘KonMari’ method.
Family migration and the Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is a time for family reunions. It’s also a good time to explore the visa options available for families looking to reunite with each other in Australia.