2021

  Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) Regional Development Australia (RDA) offices are now assisting NSW Treasury to manage the subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa. Applications are now being accepted by RDA Northern Rivers. If you have any questions please refer to our FAQ– Skilled Work Regional Visa (subclass 491) page or email 491visa@rdanorthernrivers.org.au Each RDA office

  Important update on the Global Talent Independent visa program.  In line with Ministerial Direction no. 89 the list of target sectors to apply for the GTI program was updated on 9 February 2021. The 10 key industry sectors have been identified to support post-COVID-19 economic recovery. The updated list of target sectors is:  Resources

  Welcome to 2021! As we end the first month of the new year, join us for a look at the latest news and developments in the world of Australian Immigration. SkillSelect Invitation Rounds Immigration is now conducting SkillSelect invitation rounds on a quarterly basis (i.e. every 3 months) until the end of the 2020-2021

  BSMQ SKILLED PROGRAM The BSMQ Skilled program is now open from 01 February – 07 February 2021. The next skilled opening after this week will be in April 2021. Please submit a BRAND new EOI if you meet the criteria and occupation/sector requirements below.   The Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Subclass 491 visa (from 65 points and

Tasmanian Skilled Occupations List (TSOL) 2020 – 2021   What is TSOL?   The Tasmanian Skilled Occupations List (TSOL) identifies skills that are currently in demand in Tasmania and is derived from the list of eligible occupations for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491), as defined by

INVITATION ROUND: 27 JANUARY 2021 457 / 482 visa holders:  190 nomination: 7 invitations 491 nomination: 9 Invitations Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations:  190 nomination: 83 invitations 491 nomination: 111 Invitations The minimum ranking score is an indication only and not a guarantee that an invitation was issued. Ranking may depend on date and time

  The standard subclass 491 pathway and subclass 190 will not re-open until the 01 February 2021, and new EOIs for the skilled program will not be picked up until this time, so please do not submit an EOI prior to this date.  491- SBO (Small Business Owner) Pathway IMPORTANT: Applicants need to submit a 491-SBO Assessment Form prior to submitting an Expression

  🕔 Last update on visa application processing times (22 January 2021). As usual, slightly higher processing times compared to the previous update.   Visa Stream 75% Of Visas Processed 90% Of Visas Processed Additional Information 100 – Partner (Migrant) visa (subclass 100) 16 months 22 months ​Processing time for subclass 801 Partner (permanent) visa

  The ACT Critical Skills List has been updated! ▪️ 44 new occupations have been added: Environmental Manager, Chef, Dentist, Student Counsellor, Carpenter, Joiner, Hairdresser, Youth Worker, Gardener, Arborist, Translator, Audiologist, Physiotherapist, etc. ▪️ 15 occupations have been removed: Advertising Specialist, Marketing Specialist, Solicitor, Construction Project Manager, Facilities Manager, Recruitment Consultant, etc. ⚠️ Program only open to Canberra

    Joint media release with the Hon. David Littleproud MP – More workers to support Australian farmers The Morrison Government is providing more flexibility to encourage temporary visa holders to support Australian farmers struggling to find workers during COVID-19. Minister for Agriculture, Drought and Emergency Management David Littleproud said the changes mean student visa