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Changes to migration regulations for 1 July 2021 have been registered with the revision of business skills visas, and increases to visa application charges, citizenship and AAT application fees.
Read MoreAccess to movement records can be made online from 1 June 2021 in a continual shift to online services. Paper applications will eventually be phased out.
Read MoreThe 2020-21 planning levels have been released. The full allocation and their differences compared to last year are assessed. GSM visas take a nosedive with 189 visa places down more than 60 per cent. The “bespoke” occupation list for the targeted invitation rounds of May and June 2020 has been uncovered. The acting Minister has also clarified partner visa English requirements.
Read MoreAny Australian citizenship test taken from 15 November 2020 will add five questions on Australian values that applicants must answer correctly in addition to the 75 per cent overall pass mark to be approved. This announcement, however, may overshadow even more important aspects relating to residency and English requirements.
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