WHM visas: Critical health work on COVID 408 visa to count towards second or third WHM visa for applications lodged from 14 Nov 2020

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WHM visas: Critical health work on COVID 408 visa to count towards second or third WHM visa for applications lodged from 14 Nov 2020

Former working holiday makers (417 visa and 462 visa holders) who have undertaken work as the holder of a 408 visa due to COVID-19 can use this work towards either a second or third working holiday visa for any WHM visa application lodged from 14 December 2020. Additionally, the offshore Subclass 124 – Distinguished Talent visa has been repealed.

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2020-21 Planning levels: GSM visas down more than 55 per cent, “Bespoke” occupation list uncovered

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2020-21 Planning levels: GSM visas down more than 55 per cent, “Bespoke” occupation list uncovered

The 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.

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2020-21 Budget: Planning levels remain at 160,000; Partner visa places up 82 per cent, sponsor framework and English language tests soon

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2020-21 Budget: Planning levels remain at 160,000; Partner visa places up 82 per cent, sponsor framework and English language tests soon

The Federal Budget handed down last night came with a number of surprises to Australia’s permanent migration programs. Of note is the prioritisation of certain skilled visas and onshore applicants and a one-off boost to partner visa processing numbers. Partner visa applicants and some sponsors will need to meet English language requirements along with an increase in requirements to be a sponsor.

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