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The framework for the subclass 462 – Work and Holiday visa ballot will be effective from 16 September 2024. This ballot is to regulate applications from passport holders from India, China, and Vietnam.
Read MoreThe Philippines will be added to the subclass 462 – Work and Holiday visa program with 200 places available from 1 July 2024. A ballot system will commence for China, Vietnam, and Indian nationals for the same visa due to high demand.
Read MoreSpecified subclass 417 work, which is working in a regional area and in certain jobs to apply for further working holiday visas will not be necessary for British citizens or overseas British nationals from 1 July 2024.
Read MoreThe government’s Migration Strategy was laid bare at the start of the week with many changes for skilled visas in 2024 including the abolition and replacement of 482 visas, increasing English for student and graduate visas, and reducing the number of years and maximum age for graduate visas.
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