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From 1 July 2024, visa conditions imposed on primary sponsored workers holding either a 457 visa, a 482 visa, or a 494 visa will change to allow them up to 180 days after they cease work with their sponsor to find a new employer. They will also be able to work in almost any occupation during this period.
Read MoreThe Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will increase by 4.5% to $73,150 on 1 July 2024, but will not affect nomination applications lodged prior. Major changes to graduate visas include reducing the age limit and visa grant length. The chances of an invitation for a 189 visa are slimmer than ever.
Read MoreA ministerial direction for skilled visas prioritising regional areas and a ministerial direction for student visas prioritising offshore applications came into effect recently. The number of 476 visas to be granted this financial year will be 3,735 and this may be the last time this visa will be available.
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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