AUSTRALIA IMMIGRATION NEWS – LATEST VISA UPDATES ON AUSTRALIAN IMMIGRATION
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September 27, 2023
NSW will focus on priority sectors rather than skilled occupation lists from now!
NSW will focus on priority sectors rather than skilled occupation lists. As per the FY 2023-24, NSW will focus on the Target sector groups, which include the following:
- Health
- Education
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Infrastructure
- Agriculture
The Australian government plans to focus on key sectors, and the high-ranking EOIs submitted in non-priority sectors may also be considered based on the workforce demands.
September 20, 2023
Canberra Matrix Invitation Round invites 285 applicants
ACT held the Canberra Matrix Draw and issued 285 invitations on September 15, 2023. The details of the no. of invitations issued to Canberra residents and overseas applicants are given in the below table:
An Overview of the Canberra Matrix Invitation Rounds in September 2023 | ||||
Date of invitations issued | Type of applicants | For | No of. Invitations Issued | Matrix scores |
September 15, 2023 | Canberra residents | ACT 190 Nomination | 55 | 90-100 |
ACT 491 Nomination | 58 | 65-75 | ||
Overseas applicants | ACT 190 Nomination | 43 | NA | |
ACT 491 Nomination | 130 | NA |
September 16, 2023
WA State Nominated Migration Program Invitations issued to 487 candidates
Intending visa subclass
|
General stream | Graduate stream | Graduate stream |
WASMOL | Higher education | Vocational education and training | |
Visa subclass 190 | 302 | 150 | 35 |
Visa subclass 491 | – | – | – |
September 15, 2023
Queenslands FY 2023-24 Program Update
Queensland is accepting applications for its state nomination under the skilled migration program for the 2023-24 Fiscal Year. However, in FY 2023-24, the Department of Home Affairs allocated 1,550 skilled nominations. Invitation rounds will be held in September 2023 and continue every month, with capped invitations to maintain fairness.
September 12, 2023
FY 2023-24 Victoria’s Skilled Migration Program is now open. Apply now!
The 2023-24 program is now accepting applications from individuals residing in Victoria as well as those from abroad. This program offers skilled migrants a path to get a Permanent Residency in Victoria. One must file a Registration of Interest (ROI) to be eligible for a state nomination.
On-shore applicants can apply for a Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491), and off-shore applicants can apply for a Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) in FY 2023-24.
September 04, 2023
Australia’s Covid-era visa (Subclass 408 visa) will no longer exist from February 2024
Australia’s Covid-era visa will be stopped from February 2024, the Aussie government announced recently. The Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil and Immigration Minister Andrew Giles said, “From February 2024, the visa will be closed to all applicants. This will provide certainty to our visa system now that the circumstances that drove the operation of the visa no longer exist.”
August 31, 2023
Australia Immigration Plan Levels FY 2023-24
The 2023-24 Permanent Migration Program has a planning level of 190,000, emphasizing skilled migrants. The Program has an approximately 70:30 split between skilled and family visas.
Australia Immigration Plan 2023-24 | ||
Stream | Immigration numbers | Percentage |
Family stream | 52,500 | 28 |
Skill stream | 1,37,000 | 72 |
Total | 1,90,000 |
*Partner and Child visa categories are demand-driven and not subject to a ceiling.
August 25, 2023
Australian Visas for GPs program will cease on 16 September 2023
The “Visas for GPs” initiative will conclude on 16 September 2023, eliminating the need for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) employers to secure a Health Workforce Certificate (HWC). Starting from 16 September 2023, when employers in Australia intend to nominate IMGs for primary care roles, they will no longer need to include a HWC in their nomination submission.
August 21, 2023
New amendments in immigration by Western Australian – Simplified Pathways for Skilled Migrants
From July 1, 2023, the Western Australian (WA) Government has introduced changes to the eligibility criteria for the WA State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP).
- Implement an invitation ranking system treating both Interstate and Overseas candidates equally.
- Prioritize invitations for candidates with occupations crucial to WA’s industry sectors, according to the WA State nomination invitation ranking system.
- Lessen employment requirements for invitees from WA’s building and construction sector (based on WA State nomination Occupation lists).
- The expected start of invitation rounds for 2023-24 is August 2023.
August 18, 2023
Australia Global Talent Visa assessment fee update
The assessment fee for Australia Global Talent Visa for overseas applicants is $835 (excluding GST) and for Australian applicants it is $918.50 (including GST).
August 17, 2023
Australian visas are now processed within 16-21 days. Apply now for faster visa approvals!
The Australian Department of Home Affairs recently announced that the processes have led to reductions in visa processing times across various categories. The processing time for Australian Student Visas has been reduced to 16 days. The earlier processing time was up to 49 days. The Temporary Skilled Shortage 482 visas are now processed in 21 days.
August 01, 2023
List of courses revealed for students to receive extended Australia post-study work rights
There are over 3,000 eligible courses available for International graduates who have enrolled in these courses can get an additional two years added to their Temporary Graduate visa.
July 30, 2023
A new fee of $3,374 for AAT migration review applications will be applicable from July 01, 2023
From 1 July 2023, the application fee for review of a migration decision under Part 5 of the Migration Act 1958 increased to $3,374.
July 26, 2023
Australia-India Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement
Australia and India have established a significant Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement (MMPA), setting a new precedent for cooperation on migration matters. The MMPA reconfirms the currently available visa options that enable movement and migration between the two nations – covering students, visitors, business individuals, and other professionals – and introduces a fresh mobility pathway. This new route, known as the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES), is designed specifically for Indian graduates and early-stage professionals.
July 14, 2023
Canberra Matrix Invitation Round: 14 July 2023
ACT Invitation Round held on 14 July 2023 issued 822 invitations.
Canberra residents | 190 nominations | 491 nominations |
Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 18 invitations | 6 invitations |
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 8 invitations | 3 invitations |
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 138 invitations | 88 invitations |
Overseas applicants | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 299 invitations | 262 invitations |
June 23, 2023
Subclass 191 Visa Application fee increase effective from 1st July 2023
Subclass 191 Permanent Residence Regional – if applications for the SC 191 visa can be made by both primary and secondary SC 491 visa holders. The regulations do not stipulate that a primary applicant for a subclass 191 visa must have been either the primary or secondary applicant in the provisional visa application. Therefore, a subclass 491 visa holder can apply for a subclass 191 visa if they meet the relevant requirements, regardless of whether they were granted the subclass 491 visa as the primary or secondary applicant.
Subclass Visa Type | Applicant | Fee Effective from 1st July 23 | Current visa fee |
Subclass 189 | Main Applicant | AUD 4640 | AUD 4240 |
Applicant above 18 yrs | AUD 2320 | AUD 2115 | |
Applicant below 18 yrs | AUD 1160 | AUD 1060 | |
Subclass 190 | Main Applicant | AUD 4640 | AUD 4240 |
Applicant above 18 yrs | AUD 2320 | AUD 2115 | |
Applicant below 18 yrs | AUD 1160 | AUD 1060 | |
Subclass 491 | Main Applicant | AUD 4640 | AUD 4240 |
Applicant above 18 yrs | AUD 2320 | AUD 2115 | |
Applicant below 18 yrs | AUD 1160 | AUD 1060 |
June 03, 2023
India and Australia’s New Pact promises new work visas
Last week India and Australia signed a mobility and migration partnership pact. This partnership opens up many opportunities for educational researchers, students, and business people. This new scheme offers Indian graduates who have gained their education from any Australian tertiary institute on a student visa they can easily apply to pursue professional development and work in Australia. They can apply without any visa sponsorship for up to eight years.
New Pact between India and Australia allows Indian graduates to work in Australia for up to 8 years
May 23, 2023
Australia issued invitations during 2022-23 program year
Visa subclass | Number |
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) | 7353 |
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) – Family Sponsored | 74 |
May 23, 2023
Australia announced expanded Pathways to PR for Subclass TSS Visa Holders
Australian government increased Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold to $70,000. This is applicable from 1st July 2023. Temporary Residents Transition pathway of subclass 186 visa will be open to all TSS visa holders till end of 2023.
Australia increased Temporary Skilled Income Threshold to $70,000 and expanded TR to PR pathways
May 17, 2023
Australian to scrap Covid visa. What do Indian temporary workers and students need to do?
The Australian Government to scarp Covid work visa. Indian students and temporary workers with COVID visas in Australia can stay till December 31, 2023. International students working in the aged care sector will be exempted from this cap until December 31, 2023.
May 16, 2023
Australia invited 400,000+ overseas immigrants till date in FY 2022-23
Australia’s net overseas immigration level crossed 400,000, which is more than double compared to the immigration plan for FY 2022-23. The country might invite more candidates as it has 800,000 job vacancies.
May 04, 2023
Australia announced ‘Direct citizenship pathway for New Zealanders from 1 July 2023’
From 1 July 2023, New Zealanders living in Australia for four years are eligible to apply for Australian citizenship directly. They no longer need to apply for an Australia PR visa to get citizenship.
May 02, 2023
Changes in Australia’s Immigration Policy: New Visas and Regulations for 2023-24
Australian Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil has released the long-awaited review in its immigration policies. Many changes will be taking place like increasing of the salary threshold for immigrants, all the skilled temporary workers will get to apply for Australia PR, introduction of immediate graduate visa for international students, etc.
Changes in Australia’s Immigration Policy: New Visas and Regulations for 2023-24
May 04, 2023
Australia announced ‘Direct citizenship pathway for New Zealanders from 1 July 2023’
From 1 July 2023, New Zealanders living in Australia for four years are eligible to apply for Australian citizenship directly. They no longer need to apply for an Australia PR visa to get citizenship.
May 02, 2023
Changes in Australia’s Immigration Policy: New Visas and Regulations for 2023-24
Australian Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil has released the long-awaited review in its immigration policies. Many changes will be taking place like increasing of the salary threshold for immigrants, all the skilled temporary workers will get to apply for Australia PR, introduction of immediate graduate visa for international students, etc.
Read more… Changes in Australia’s Immigration Policy: New Visas and Regulations for 2023-24
April 1, 2023
1,800 Indian chefs and yoga instructors to receive 4-year visas under the Australia-India treaty
India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) took effect on March 30. Under this agreement, 1,800 Indian chefs and yoga instructors will be allowed to live, work and stay in Australia for up to 4 years. It is expected to magnify India-Australia bilateral trade from $31 billion to over $45-50 billion in 5 years.
1,800 Indian chefs and yoga instructors to receive 4-year visas under the Australia-India treaty
March 08, 2023
‘Indian Degrees will be recognized in Australia,’ Anthony Albanese
The Australian prime minister announced a scholarship for Indians to study in Australia after the “Australia-India Education Qualification Recognition Mechanism” program was finalized between India & Australia. The commercial opportunities offered by Australian education give Indians a more convenient and innovative education system for Indian students. The Deakin University of Australia plans to set up a foreign branch in the GIFT city of Gujarat, India.
‘Indian Degrees will be recognised in Australia,’ Anthony Albanese
March 07, 2023 New GSM Skills Assessment policy accepts 60-day invitation period. Apply now!
Australia has announced new policies for candidates in the skilled migration category. The government of Australia has announced changes in the immigration policies for candidates in the Skilled Migration category. As per the update, the candidates will be eligible to apply for visas through the category of General Skilled Migration if they have a skill assessment report of their nominated occupation. They are required to apply under 60 days of being issued the invitation to apply for the visa.
New GSM Skills Assessment policy accepts 60-day invitation period. Apply now!
March 06, 2023
New Zealand launches ‘Recovery Visa’, eased policies for overseas professionals
Recovery Visa has been introduced by the New Zealand government to accelerate the entry of overseas specialists who can help to recover the country from the current weather-related disasters. A Recovery Visa is a New Zealander visa to enable skilled workers to enter the country immediately and support the on-going tragedy in different ways like, direct recovery support, risk assessment, emergency response, infrastructure and housing stabilization and repair, and clean-up.
March 03, 2023
Australia and India signed a framework for easy immigration paths for professionals & students. Apply now!
India and Australia signed an agreement to recognize the qualifications to ease mobility for international professionals and students. India and Australia signed an agreement at the 2nd India-Australia Virtual Summit held on March 21, 2022. The agreement is a comprehensive mechanism for the reciprocal recognition of qualifications. It will help streamline the mobility of professionals and students in India and Australia.
February 22, 2023
Canberra Matrix draw issued 919 invitations on February 22, 2023
Australia held its 3rd Canberra Matrix and issued 919 invitations. The draw was held on February 22, 2023, and candidates were invited to apply for ACT Nominations. The invitations were issued to Overseas applicants and Canberra residents under Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 visas. The details can be found in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 24 | 75 |
491 nominations | 1 | 70 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 7 | NA | |
491 nominations | 1 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 322 | NA | |
491 nominations | 156 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 13 | NA |
491 nominations | 395 | NA |
Read more… Canberra Matrix draw issued 919 invitations on February 22, 2023 February 24, 2023 International grads can now work in Australia for 4 years with the extended Post Study Work Permit Australia will introduce cap on working hours for international students from July 1, 2023. The working hours for students will increase for 40 hours to 48 hours per fortnight. This cap will help the students to support themselves financially by more earnings. Work restrictions on student visas were removed in January 2022 so that students can work for 40 hours each fortnight. This cap will come to an end on June 30 and new cap will come into effect from July 1, 2023. The post study work rights will be extended by two years on their Temporary Graduate Visa. Extensions for other degrees can be found in the table below:
Degree | Extension in post degree work rights |
Bachelor | 2 to 4 |
Masters | 3 to 5 |
Doctoral | 4 to 6 |
Read more… International grads can now work in Australia for 4 years with the extended Post Study Work Permit January 23, 2023 Second Australia Canberra Draw in 2023, invited 632 candidates Australia held its second Canberra Matrix draw in 2023, in which 632 candidates were invited to apply for ACT nomination. The cut off score for this draw was between 65 and 75. Candidates can later apply for Australia PR after residing for some years in the country. The invitations were issued to Canberra residents and Overseas Applicants through the Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 visas. The details of the draw can be found in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 9 | 75 |
491 nominations | 3 | 65 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 1 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 200 | NA | |
491 nominations | 99 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 17 | NA |
491 nominations | 303 | NA |
The total number of invitations issued to Canberra residents and overseas applicants can be found in the table below:
Immigrants | Number of invitations |
Canberra Residents | 312 |
Overseas Applicants | 320 |
The number of invitations issued under the Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 visas can be found in the table below:
Visa | Number of invitations |
Subclass 190 | 227 |
Subclass 491 | 405 |
Read more… Second Australia Canberra Draw in 2023, invited 632 candidates January 13, 2023 Australia Canberra Matrix draw issued 734 invitations for ACT Nomination A recent Canberra Matrix draw held by Australia on January 13, 2022, invited 734 candidates to submit applications for ACT nomination. Canberra Residents and Overseas Applicants received the invitations. The cut-off score for this draw was between 70 and 85. The table below reveals the details of the total number of Canberra Residents and Overseas Applicants invited in this draw:
Immigrants | Number of invitations |
Canberra Residents | 290 |
Overseas Applicants | 444 |
The total number of invitations for subclass 190 and subclass 491 can be found in the table below:
Visa | Number of invitations |
Subclass 190 | 262 |
Subclass 491 | 472 |
The full details of the draw can be found in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 11 | 85 |
491 nominations | 3 | 70 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 2 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 162 | NA | |
491 nominations | 112 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 87 | NA |
491 nominations | 357 | NA |
Read more… Australia Canberra Matrix draw issued 734 invitations for ACT Nomination December 23, 2022 Australia is in dire need of Teachers and Nurses. Granting Visas within few days! Apply now! Australia will not use PMSOL to rank the skilled visas. PMSOL has a wide range of occupations, and the step to remove the list will help in inviting more immigrants to meet the challenge of skill shortage in Australia. According to the Department of Home Affairs, the skilled visas for Teachers and Nurses will be issued within 3 days. The highly prioritized occupations are listed below:
- School teachers
- Child care workers and child care center managers
- Aged and disabled carers
- Counselors and psychologists
- Medical scientists
- Medical technicians
- Nursing support workers
- Social workers
The skilled visas for which candidates can apply are listed in the table below:
Subclass | Visa |
Subclass 482 | Temporary Skill Shortage visa |
Subclass 494 | Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Provisional visa |
Subclass 186 | Employer Nomination Scheme visa |
Subclass 189 | Skilled – Independent Points-tested stream visa |
Subclass 190 | Skilled – Nominated visa |
Subclass 491 | Skilled Work Regional Provisional visa |
Subclass 191 | Permanent Residence Skilled Regional visa |
Subclass 187 | Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa |
Subclass 124 | Distinguished Talent visa |
Subclass 858 | Global Talent visa |
Subclass 887 | Skilled — Regional visa |
Subclass 188 | Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa |
Subclass 888 | Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa |
Read more… Australia is in dire need of Teachers and Nurses. Granting Visas within few day! Apply now! December 22, 2022 Australia Canberra draw invited 563 candidates to apply for ACT nomination Australia Canberra Matrix draw invited 563 candidates to apply for ACT nomination. The cut-off score for this draw was 85. The invited candidates can later apply for an Australia PR visa. The table below reveals the details of the draw:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 7 | 85 |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 8 | NA | |
491 nominations | 1 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 171 | NA | |
491 nominations | 64 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 81 | NA |
491 nominations | 231 | NA |
The invitations were issued to the following
- Canberra residents
- Overseas applicants
The details of invitations can be found in the table below:
Immigrants | Number of invitations |
Canberra Residents | 251 |
Overseas Applicants | 312 |
Read more… Australia Canberra draw invited 563 candidates to apply for ACT nomination December 19, 2022 Australia’s visa tribunal will be abolished in 2023 The government of Australia has planned to abolish the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) in 2023. A new body will be created in its place and 75 more people will be added. The responsibility of AAT was to make decisions related to the refugee and migrant visas. Mark Dreyfus said that the appointments of the candidates will be made on the basis of merit. Members of AAT have to reapply after the creation of the new body at the end of 2023. Read more… Australia’s visa tribunal will be abolished in 2023 December 17, 2022 Australia welcomed 171,000 immigrants in FY 2021-2022 Australia issued 171,000 invitations in FY 2022-2023. Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed that there was a rise in national migrants arrivals by 171 percent. An increase in the number of immigrants can be found in different provinces and the details can be found in the table below:
State | Number of immigrants |
NSW | 62,210 |
Vic. | 55,630 |
Qld | 23,430 |
SA | 12,080 |
WA | 9,500 |
ACT | 3,120.00 |
Tas. | 2,740 |
NT | 2,130.00 |
In comparison to FY 2020-2021, the number of immigrants also increased in FY 2021-2022 and the details can be found in the table below:
Visas | FY 2020-2021 | FY 2021-2022 |
Temporary | 29,600 | 2,39,000 |
Permanent | 37,000 | 67,900 |
Read more… Australia welcomed 171,000 immigrants in FY 2021-2022 December 16, 2022 Western Australia Invitation Round: 5,006 candidates were invited Western Australia issued 5,006 invitations on December 16, 2022. The invitations were issued for the following visas:
- Subclass 190
- Subclass 491
The number of invitations for Subclass 190 visa was 2,365 and for Subclass 490, it was 2,641. The draw was held under the State Nominated Migration Program. The table below reveals the details of the draw:
Intending visa subclass | SNMP General stream –WASMOL schedule 1 | SNMP General stream –WASMOL schedule 2 | SNMP Graduate stream – higher education graduates | SNMP Graduate stream – vocational education and training graduates |
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) | 194 | 1053 | 814 | 304 |
Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) | 194 | 1915 | 269 | 263 |
Western Australia started inviting candidates and since August 2022 till now, 16,085 invitations were issued. Invitations issued in each class, stream, and month can be found in the table below:
Stream | Visa Subclass | August | September | October | November | December |
SNMP General stream – WASMOL schedule 1 | 190 | 159 | 373 | 531 | 510 | 194 |
491 | 41 | 127 | 822 | 458 | 194 | |
SNMP General stream – WASMOL schedule 2 | 190 | 83 | 195 | 563 | 463 | 1053 |
491 | 117 | 263 | 938 | 1037 | 1915 | |
SNMP Graduate Stream – higher education graduates | 190 | 97 | 241 | 959 | 1069 | 814 |
491 | 53 | 129 | 313 | 327 | 269 | |
SNMP Graduate stream – vocational education and training graduates | 190 | 12 | 63 | 241 | 376 | 304 |
491 | 38 | 62 | 159 | 260 | 263 | |
Total | 600 | 1453 | 4526 | 4500 | 5006 |
Read more… Western Australia Invitation Round: 5,006 candidates were invited December 15, 2022 NSW says, ‘No points and work experience required for subclass 190 visa.’ Apply now! New South Wales received 12,000 migration slots in 2022-2023. It also announced minimum points scores and work experience for the visas:
- Subclass 190
- Subclass 491
According to an update released by NSW, no score and work experience will be required for Subclass 190. The requirements have been removed as there was an increase in the availability of the Subclass 189 visa also known as the Skilled Independent visa. Selection-based invitation process will be used to align NSW nominees with the skills shortage of the state’s economy. The minimum points score and work experience requirement will still be used for Subclass 491. Migration experts welcomed the decision of removal of points and work experience requirements from Subclass 190 visa. The requirements have been removed after a large number of applicants were invited through Subclass 189. Read more… NSW says, ‘No points and work experience required for subclass 190 visa.’ Apply now! December 08, 2022 No PMSOL. Highest priority to Healthcare and teaching occupations, applying outside Australia Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL) has been removed for certain types of skilled visas in Australia. The Minister of Immigration introduced Ministerial Direction 100 which is a replacement for PMSOL. The new rule will be implemented immediately and priority will be given to the candidates applying from outside Australia for healthcare and teaching occupations. Here is the list of skilled visas for which PMSOL has been removed:
Subclass | Visa |
Subclass 482 | Temporary Skill Shortage visa |
Subclass 494 | Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Provisional visa |
Subclass 186 | Employer Nomination Scheme visa |
Subclass 189 | Skilled – Independent Points-tested stream visa |
Subclass 190 | Skilled – Nominated visa |
Subclass 491 | Skilled Work Regional Provisional visa |
Subclass 191 | Permanent Residence Skilled Regional visa |
Subclass 187 | Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa |
Subclass 124 | Distinguished Talent visa |
Subclass 858 | Global Talent visa |
Subclass 887 | Skilled — Regional visa |
Subclass 188 | Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa |
Subclass 888 | Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa |
The Department of Immigration is compiling all the priorities in one direction in order to speed up the application processing time. Streamlining health requirements is also a part of the amendments. Employers need to note that due to the implementation of these changes, application processing may be affected. Read more… No PMSOL. Highest priority to Healthcare and teaching occupations, applying outside Australia November 25, 2022 Western Australia Invitation Round: 4,500 candidates were invited Western Australia issued invitations to 4,500 candidates under the State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP). These invitations are issued for candidates under Subclass 190 & Subclass 491. The streams that were targeted were under SNMP General Stream and SNMP Graduate stream. Read more… Western Australia Invitation Round: 4500 candidates were invited November 14, 2022 Canberra Matrix draw issued 441 invitations to apply for ACT nominations Australia invited 441 candidates through the Canberra Matrix draw to send applications for ACT nomination. The draw held on November 14, 2022 invited 194 Canberra residents and 247 Overseas Applicants. The score ranged between 65 and 85. The details of the draw can be found in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 10 | 85 |
491 nominations | 0 | 65 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | NA | NA | |
491 nominations | NA | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 79 | NA | |
491 nominations | 105 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 18 | NA |
491 nominations | 229 | NA |
Read more… Australia issued 441 invitations to apply for ACT nominations through Canberra Matrix draw October 31, 2022 ACT issued 425 invitations through Australia Canberra Matrix Draw on October 31, 2022 On October 31, 2022, a new draw has been held by Australia for ACT nomination. The invitations were issued to 425 candidates under the Canberra Matrix draw. The invitations issued to Overseas Applicants and Canberra Residents can be found in the table below:
Immigrants | Number of invitations |
Canberra Residents | 204 |
Overseas Applicants | 221 |
Here are the details of the draw in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 15 | 90 |
491 nominations | 2 | 70 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 1 | NA | |
491 nominations | NA | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 70 | NA | |
491 nominations | 116 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 7 | NA |
491 nominations | 214 | NA |
Read more… ACT issued 425 invitations through Australia Canberra Matrix Draw on October 31, 2022 October 28, 2022 Australia to issue more parent and skilled visas with increased budgets The Australian government has plans to increase the number of parent visas which can be almost double the current number. The number of skilled visas will also be increased. DHA will receive $576 over the four years for the processing of visas, maintenance of the offshore processing center, and supporting refugees. The immigration cap has been raised from 160,000 to 195,000 to invite more immigrants. Skilled visa numbers will be increased from 79,600 to 142,400 while parent visas will increase from 4,500 to 8,500. The humanitarian visa program will get 13,750 places and 16,500 places will be available for Afghan refugees over four years. Around 500 places will; be given for the other family visas and 100 special eligibility visas will also be available. Read more… Australia to issue more parent and skilled visas with increased budgets October 22, 2022 Western Australia Invitation Round: 4526 candidates were invited Western Australia invited 4,526 candidates under different streams. The invitations were issued under Visa Subclass 190 and 491. Under Visa subclass 491, invitations were issued to 2,294 candidates while 2,232 candidates were invited under Visa Subclass 491. The score range for this draw is between 65 and 85. Here is the table to show the details of the draw:
Intending visa subclass | SNMP General stream –WASMOL schedule 1 | EOI Points | SNMP General stream –WASMOL schedule 2 | EOI Points | SNMP Graduate stream – higher education graduates | EOI Points | SNMP Graduate stream – vocational education and training graduates | EOI Points |
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) | 531 | 65 | 563 | 85 | 959 | 70 | 241 | 70 |
Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) | 822 | 938 | 313 | 159 | ||||
Total candidates invited | 4526 |
Read more… Western Australia Invitation Round: 4526 candidates were invited October 17, 2022 Australia Canberra Matrix Draw issued 467 invitations Australia held a Canberra Matrix draw on October 17, 2022, in which 467 candidates were invited to submit applications for ACT nominations. Invitations were issued to
- Canberra Residents: 193
- Overseas Applicants: 274
These candidates can, later on, apply for Australia PR. The draw details are available in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 15 | 90 |
491 nominations | 2 | 70 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 1 | NA | |
491 nominations | NA | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 74 | NA | |
491 nominations | 101 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 20 | NA |
491 nominations | 254 | NA |
Read more… Australia Canberra Matrix Draw issued 467 invitations October 13, 2022 Victoria Immigration Program update – 2249 ROIs Selected Victoria selected 2249 ROIs, details for the year 2022-23 as follows:
Types of visas | Places allotted to VIC | ROIs received | ROIs Selected | Application Submitted for Nomination |
Subclass-190 | 9000 | 18,265 | 1,820 | 1,173 |
Subclass-491 | 2400 | 6,059 | 459 | 112 |
Subclass 190 – Total 1,820
- Onshore applicants – 1,115
- Offshore applicants – 705
Subclass 491 – Total 459
- Onshore applicants – 403
- Offshore applicants – 56
October 12, 2022 Australia to cap work hours for international students from June 2023 Australia is planning to restrict the working hours for international students. The unrestricted work rights for students in Australia will come to an end on June 30, 2022. The working hours will be revised so that the right balance between work and study can be set. The Australian government has relaxed the working hours for students for a temporary period from January 2022. Step has been taken to tackle the challenge of the shortage of workers. Prior to the relaxation, the working hours for students were 40 hours a fortnight. The changes in rules will also allow the students to stay more time in Australia. The table below provides the full detail:
Degree | Time |
Bachelor’s | 4 years |
Master’s | 5 years |
PhD | 6 years |
Read more… Australia to cap work hours for international students from June 2023 October 06, 2022 DHA Round of invitations – 12532 candidates were invited Individuals who received the highest points have been invited to submit applications for relevant visas. If scores of some candidates are identical, invitations will be decided on the basis of the dates at which their points score have reached. The number of candidates invited along with the score can be found in the table below:
Visa subclass | Number | Cut-off score |
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) | 11,714 | 65 |
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) – Family Sponsored | 818 | 65 |
October 01, 2022 Biggest DHA Invitation Round – 12,666 candidates were invited It was announced that during the 2022-23 program year Invitation rounds for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) and Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189), which are Family-Sponsored visas, will be held regularly. The number of Invitations in each round will differ based on the number of applications that the Department processes. Nominations of state or territory governments for skilled visas will not get affected by the invitation rounds of the departments. The current round of invitations issued a total of 12,666 invitations under Subclass 189 and 491:
Category | Invitations | Minimum points |
Subclass 189 | 12200 Invitations | 65 |
Subclass 491 | 466 Invitations (Family Sponsored) | 65 |
State and Territory nominations 2022-23 program year
Visa subclass | ACT | NSW | NT | Qld | SA | Tas. | Vic. | WA |
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) | 124 | 30 | 21 | 43 | 62 | 219 | 379 | 0 |
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) State and Territory Nominated | 228 | <20 | 37 | 32 | 95 | 245 | <20 | <20 |
Business Innovation and Investment (provisional) visa (subclass 188) | <20 | <20 | 0 | 209 | 0 | 0 | 35 | 21 |
September 26, 2022 ACT issued 354 invitations in the latest Canberra Matrix draw Australia held its third Canberra Matrix draw and the invited candidates can apply for ACT Nominations. Invitations have been issued to the following
- Canberra residents who applied from inside Australia received 159 invitations
- Overseas Applicants who applied from outside Australia received 195 invitations
The details of the draw can be found in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 0 | NA |
491 nominations | 3 | 70 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 2 | NA | |
491 nominations | NA | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 71 | NA | |
491 nominations | 83 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 20 | NA |
491 nominations | 175 | NA |
Read more… ACT issued 354 invitations in the latest Canberra Matrix draw September 19, 2022 Australia welcomed more than 2.60 lakh students till July 2022 More than 2.60 lakhs students arrived in Australia after the restrictions of the pandemic lifted up. Australia has also started a new program for Indian students. The aim of this program is to boost the skill related to employment. A roadshow has been conducted by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission in which information related to study in Australia was provided. The roadshow was also held for providing information regarding scholarships and visas. Read more… Australia welcomed more than 2.60 lakh students till July 2022 September 19, 2022 Highlights of the New Australia Immigration Level Plan 2022-2023
- Australia will increase the immigration cap from 160,000 to 195,000 in the current fiscal year.
- Neil, the Home Affairs Minister, made the announcement at the two-day summit.
- The summit was attended by 140 representatives of governments, businesses, trade unions, and industries.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced at the summit that 180,000 free places will be left for vocational education schools.
- The permanent resident target in Australia increased from 160,000 to 195,000
- The Australian states have decided to open the skill migration program for the FY 2022-23 for onshore and offshore applications.
- Foreign nationals are advised to complete their skill assessment and obtain the required English proficiency scores to get eligible for sponsorship.
An announcement has been made by the Australian government on Friday that the permanent immigration has been increased by 35,000. The immigration target has increased from 160,000 to 195,000 in the current fiscal year. The following table depicts the allocation for each state for the FY 2022-23:
State | Skilled Nomination (Subclass 190) Visa | Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) Visa |
ACT | 2,025 | 2,025 |
NSW | 9,108 | 6,168 |
NT | 600 | 1400 |
QLD | 3,000 | 2,000 |
SA | 2,700 | 5,300 |
TAS | 2,000 | 2,250 |
VIC | 11,500 | 3,400 |
WA | 5,350 | 2,790 |
Total | 36,238 | 25,333 |
September 13, 2022 Australia’s Canberra Matrix draw issued 208 invitations Australia issued 208 invitations to apply for ACT nominations. The invitations were issued under Canberra Matrix draw for overseas applicants and Canberra residents. The invitations issued to Canberra residents were 80 while overseas applicants received 128 invitations. The table below reveals the details of the draw:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 3 | 90 |
491 nominations | NA | NA | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 5 | NA | |
491 nominations | NA | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 23 | NA | |
491 nominations | 49 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 11 | NA |
491 nominations | 117 | NA |
Read more… Australia’s Canberra Matrix draw issued 208 invitations September 13, 2022 What is Australia’s ‘golden ticket’ visa and why is it in news? Australia Significant Investor visa is also termed a golden ticket visa and subclass 188. Candidates having this visa have to make an investment in the approved funds. Successful candidates can live in Australia for five years. This visa will also provide a pathway to apply for Australia PR. The visa was introduced by the Gillard government in 2012 and many changes have been made to it. Read more… What is Australia’s ‘golden ticket’ visa and why is it in news? September 06, 2022 Australia allows international students to work 2 additional years Australia allows students to stay for two more years after their graduation to work in the country. This rule will help in attracting more students to study in Australia. Students with Bachelor’s degrees will be allowed to work for four years. Previously, the staying period was only two years. Students with a Master’s degree can stay up to five years. Previously, the staying period was three years. Ph.D. students can stay up to six years while previously they could stay only for four years. The table below will reveal the data regarding stays for different degree holders.
Degree holders | Number of years of stay | Number of years of stay previously |
Bachelor’s | 4 | 2 |
Master’s | 5 | 3 |
PhD | 6 | 4 |
Read more… Australia allows international students to work 2 additional years September 05, 2022 Australia plans to increase the pay of temporary skilled migrants in 2022 Australia has made a plan to increase the income threshold for temporary migrants. The government has announced that it is going to raise the income threshold from AUD 53,900 to AUD 65,000. The government has also announced at the summit that the cap of permanent migrants will be raised by 35,000. It will go up to 195,000 from the current cap of 160,000. The government has raised the cap to meet the challenges of skills shortage in Australia. Read more… Australia plans to increase the pay of temporary skilled migrants in 2022 September 02, 2022 Australia increases permanent immigration target from 160,000 to 195,000 for 2022-23 Australia held a summit in which O’Neil the Home Affairs Minister announced the increase of the permanent immigration target. The target has been increased from 160,000 to 195,000. The summit was held for two days and 140 representatives participated in it. The announcement for the increase has been made for the current fiscal year which will end on June 30, 2022. Australia has increased the target as the country is facing challenges to fulfill the job market demands. Nurses are doing double or triple shifts while flights are being canceled because of the shortage of staff. Read more… Australia increases permanent immigration target from 160,000 to 195,000 for 2022-23 August 30, 2022 Canberra Matrix draw invites 256 Candidates to apply for ACT nominations Australia held the fourth Canberra Matrix draw and invites 256 candidates to apply for ACT nominations. Canberra residents received 12 invitations while Overseas Applicants received 144 invitations. The draw was held on August 30, 2022. The details of the draw can be found in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 1 | 95 |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 5 | NA | |
491 nominations | NA | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 33 | NA | |
NA | ||||
491 nominations | 73 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 12 | NA |
491 nominations | 132 | NA |
Read more… Canberra Matrix draw invites 256 Candidates to apply for ACT nominations August 27, 2022 Increase migration cap in Australia to manage manpower shortages – The Business Council A new summit is to be held in the first week of September. The summit will be organized for two days in which challenges related to toe immigration will be discussed. The business council has planned to increase the cap up to 220,000 but later it recommended the cap up to 190,000. Jennifer Westacott said about the necessity of boosting up of permanent migration program. The program should be enhanced up to at least two-thirds of the skilled workers. Read more… Increase migration cap in Australia to manage manpower shortages – The Business Council August 25, 2022 Australia jobs and skill summit to make immigration easier The unemployment rate in Australia went to a low level and there is a need for overseas skilled workers to meet the challenge of skill shortage. Australia jobs and skills summit is to be held in September in which various challenges related to the immigration will be discussed. Many agendas have to be discussed and they are listed below:
- Australia Immigration Program
- Growing wages
- Australia bargaining system
The summit will be held for two days so all the challenges cannot be discussed. The main agenda to be discussed is raising the cap for skilled immigrants and processing of the visa application backlog. Read more… Australia jobs and skill summit to make immigration easier August 24, 2022 Australia needs more workers for these jobs and the answer is relaxed immigration policies Australia is facing the problem of shortage of skilled workers for a long time. Federal government has announced that there is a demand for construction managers, chefs, and nurses, among the ten jobs. Some of the jobs in Australia in the future are listed below:
- Construction managers
- Civil engineering professionals
- Early childhood teachers
- Registered nurses
- ICT
- Software and applications programmers
- Electricians
- Chefs
- Child carers
- Aged and disability carers
Read more… Australia needs more workers for these jobs and the answer is relaxed immigration policies August 23, 2022 Canberra Matrix draw was held on August 23, 2022. In this draw, the number of candidates invited is 250. These candidates can apply for ACT nomination. The invitations have been issued to Canberra residents and overseas applicants. Canberra residents received 101 invitations while overseas applicants received 149 invitations/. The table below will show display the details of the draw:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | NA | NA |
491 nominations | 1 | 75 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 16 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 26 | NA | |
NA | ||||
491 nominations | 58 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 10 | NA |
491 nominations | 139 | NA |
Read more… Canberra Matrix draw invited 250 candidates to apply for ACT nomination August 17, 2022 Australia Skilled Migration Program FY 2022-23, is open for offshore applicants Australia has opened its borders 2.5 years ago after the pandemic. Few states started sponsoring applicants but with some conditions. Now Australia is opening interim allocation for FY 2022-2023 for onshore and offshore applicants. There are a few states that have to update the criteria and applications. These are some of the updates which can motivate the clients to go for English proficiency test and skill assessment. Candidates have to become eligible before the closure of the quota For more information, visit Australia Skilled Migration Program FY 2022-23, is open for offshore applicants August 16, 2022 Australia is planning to increase the immigration cap to invite skilled workers Australia is facing the challenge of skills shortage and it has planned to increase the immigration cap which is currently 160,000. The new cap will be announced in the government’s jobs and skills summit and will be shared among trade unions and employers. The number of job vacancies available in Australia is 480,100 in May 2022. The main sectors which are facing shortages include:
- Healthcare
- IT industry
- Manufacturing
- Retail
- Tourism
- Tech Industry
- Healthcare
Read more…. Australia is planning to increase immigration cap to invite skilled workers August 15, 2022 Australia Canberra Matrix draw issued 265 invitations to apply for ACT Nominations Australia issued invitations to 265 candidates so that they can apply for ACT nomination. The draw was held on August 15, 2022 and Canberra and overseas residents were invited in this draw. The number of Canberra residents invited is 99 and the number of overseas residents is 166. The table below provides the details of the draw:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 2 | 95 |
491 nominations | 2 | 75 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 0 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 24 | NA | |
NA | ||||
491 nominations | 71 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 17 | NA |
491 nominations | 149 | NA |
Read more… Australia is planning to increase immigration cap to invite skilled workers August 10, 2022 Australia Canberra Matrix draw issued 338 invitations for ACT Nomination On August 10, 2022, a new Canberra Matrix draw has been held in which invitations have been issued to 338 candidates. The candidates have been invited to apply for ACT nominations. There are different factors on which the cut-off score depends and they include time of matrix submission, occupation cap and demand, and remaining monthly allocation. The table below will reveal the details of the draw:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 4 | 95 |
491 nominations | 1 | 75 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 1 | NA | |
491 nominations | 3 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 29 | NA | |
NA | ||||
491 nominations | 61 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 40 | NA |
491 nominations | 199 | NA |
For more information, visit Australia Canberra Matrix draw issued 338 invitations for ACT Nomination July 22, 2022 Australia immigration program levels 2022-23 A new migration program for 2022-2023 has been designed to boost the economic recovery of Australia. The plan includes invitations to 160,000 candidates. The invitations will be sent under two categories which include:
- Skill
For the skill stream, 109,000 places have been decided. The stream has been introduced for the improvement of the productive capacity of the economy. This will help in the filling of job vacancies under skill shortages.
- Family
This stream has been designed for Partner visas. This will help in reuniting the families and the applicants will also get a chance to apply for Australian citizenship.
- In the duration of 2022-2023, partner visas will be given preference to reunite the families. This will reduce the processing time for the partner visas.
- For planning purposes in 2022-2023, there is an estimation of 40,500 partner visas. It should be noted that the number will not reach the ceiling
- Another visa for planning purposes in 2022-2023 is a Child visa whose number is 3,000. This category will also not reach the ceiling.
- Special Eligibility
This is a stream for the visas that cover special circumstances. This can include permanent residents who are returning to Australia after a long period. The number of these visas is 100. Migration program planning levels for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 The table below reveals the planning levels:
Visa Stream | Visa Category | 2021-22 | 2022-23 |
Skill | Employer Sponsored | 22,000 | 30,000 |
Skilled Independent | 6,500 | 16,652 | |
Regional | 11,200 | 25,000 | |
State/Territory Nominated | 11,200 | 20,000 | |
Business Innovation & Investment | 13,500 | 9,500 | |
Global Talent (Independent) | 15,000 | 8,448 | |
Distinguished Talent | 200 | 300 | |
Skill Total | 79,600 | 1,09,900 | |
Family | Partner* | 72,300 | 40,500 |
(Demand driven: estimate, not subject to a ceiling) | |||
Parent | 4,500 | 6,000 | |
Child* | 3,000 | 3,000 | |
(Demand driven: estimate, not subject to a ceiling) | |||
Other Family | 500 | 500 | |
Family Total | 77,300** | 50,000 | |
Special Eligibility | 100 | 100 | |
Total Migration Program | 160,000 | 1,60,000 |
State and territory nominated visa allocations The table below will reveal the allocations for state and territory nominated visa
State | Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) Visa | Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa | Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) |
ACT | 600 | 1,400 | 30 |
NSW | 4,000 | 3,640 | 2,200 |
VIC | 3,500 | 750 | 1,750 |
QLD | 1,180 | 950 | 1,400 |
NT | 500 | 700 | 75 |
WA | 2,100 | 1,090 | 360 |
SA | 2,600 | 3,330 | 1,000 |
TAS | 1,100 | 2,200 | 45 |
Total | 15,580 | 14,060 | 6,860 |
July 13, 2022 Canberra Matrix draw invites 231 candidates to apply for ACT nominations Australia Canberra Matrix draw has invited 231 candidates to apply for ACT nominations. The invitations were sent to Overseas applicants and Canberra residents. The candidates who got a high matrix score received the invitations. The data in the table below will reveal the details of the draw:
Type of residents |
Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited |
Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 4 | 90 |
491 nominations | 3 | 75 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 1 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 46 | NA | |
NA | ||||
491 nominations | 65 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 6 | NA |
491 nominations | 106 | NA |
Click the link below to know more details about the draw: Canberra Matrix draw invites 231 candidates to apply for ACT nominations July 08, 2022 Australia visa changes for 2022-23, opening up new opportunities for overseas immigrants Australian government announced the changes in visa rules on July 1, 2022. These changes will open new ways to permanent residency in Australia. Major changes can be observed in Temporary skill shortage visas, Temporary graduate visas, and Working holiday maker visas. The temporary graduate visa holders will be able to apply for a replacement visa for one year and later can convert it to Australian PR. For more information, visit the link below… Australia visa changes for 2022-23, opening up new opportunities for overseas immigrants June 24, 2022 Canberra Matrix draw invites 159 individuals Invitations were issued to 159 candidates in the recent Canberra Matrix draw. The candidates who are invited can apply for ACT nominations. The invitations have been issued to the candidates under Critical Skill Occupations and Small Business Owners. The information about this draw is available in the following table:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 5 | 90 |
491 nominations | 3 | 75 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 2 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 51 | NA | |
NA | ||||
491 nominations | 39 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 7 | NA |
491 nominations | 52 | NA |
For more information, check the link below… Canberra Matrix draw invites 159 individuals June 16, 2022 Canberra Matrix draw invites 44 candidates On June 16, 2022, Canberra Matrix draw invited 44 candidates to apply for ACT nomination. These candidates include both Overseas applicants and Canberra residents. Canberra residents have received 29 invitations while overseas applicants have received 15 invitations. To know more details, also read… Canberra Matrix draw invites 44 candidates June 16, 2022 Australia Fair Work Commission announces the highest rise in the minimum wage since 2006 The Fair Work Commission in Australia has announced an increase in minimum wage up to 5.2 percent. This will increase the wage up2 $812.60 per week. The increase in salary will come into effect from July 1. The government has raised the wages up to 5.1 percent. The award minimum wages will be increased by 4.6 percent and the increase will be $40 per week. For more details… Australia Fair Work Commission announces the highest rise in the minimum wage since 2006 June 10, 2022 Canberra Matrix draw invites 33 candidates Canberra Matrix draw has invited 33 candidates for ACT nomination. The candidates whose Matrix score is the highest get the invitation. The invitations are not sent to those candidates whose application is already active or who have already received the ACT nomination. The invitations have been sent under different categories. For more information about the draw, visit the link below: Canberra Matrix draw invites 33 candidates June 9, 2022 Public sector staff pay rise in NSW, Australia The state government of New South Wales, Australia has announced that it will raise the wages of the workers by 3 percent. The workers will start their increased pay from July 1. The wages have been increased due to the pressure from the unions. They made the pressure to keep up the wages with the inflation. The unions are not happy with the increase as they told that the increase will be much below the inflation ad it will not provide any benefit to the workers. The government has also announced the recruitment of 10,150 staff in the coming four years. For more information, read more… Public sector staff pay rise in NSW, Australia June 1, 2022 Invitations sent to 86 candidates through Canberra Matrix draw Australia Canberra Matrix draw has invited 86 candidates under different categories. There is a cut-off score that depends on different factors. There is no guarantee that candidates will receive the invitation if they have achieved the minimum score. For more information visit… Canberra Matrix draw invites 86 candidates 27th May 2022: Western Australia opens permanent residency doors for skilled workers in over 330 occupations Western Australia has announced that invitations will be sent to the overseas skilled workers to apply for the jobs available in the Graduate stream. The candidates living in Western Australia will be given preference. After that, preference will be given to people residing in Australia and overseas. Some of the jobs for which candidates can apply are:
- Accountant (General)
- Acupuncturist
- Aeronautical Engineer
- Anaesthetist
- Barrister
- Biochemist
- Cafe or Restaurant Manager
For more information, visit Western Australia opens permanent residency doors for skilled workers in over 330 occupations 25th May 2022: Canberra Matrix draw invites 78 candidates
Canberra matrix draw has invited 78 candidates. For Matrix nominating Small Business Owners 3 candidates have been invited. For 190 nominations, 1 invitation is sent and the minimum score should be 100. For 491 nominations, 2 invitations have been sent and the minimum score is 85.
For Matrix nominating 457/482 visa holders, 1 invitation has been sent for 491 nomination.
For Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations, 47 invitations have been sent. For 190 nominations, 15 invitations have been sent and the minimum score is 85. For 491 nomination, 32 invitations has been sent.
For Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations, 27 invitations have been sent for 491 nomination.
Details of the draw
The details of the draw will be shown in the table below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 1 | 100 |
491 nominations | 2 | 85 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 0 | NA | |
491 nominations | 1 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 15 | 85 | |
491 nominations | 32 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 0 | 90 |
491 nominations | 27 |
NA |
11th May 2022: Australia Canberra draw invited 187 candidates Australia Canberra draw has invited 187 candidates under different streams. The candidates who have got the highest score have received the invitation. The invitations have been sent under the following categories as given in the table:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Points |
Canberra Residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 1 | NA |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 1 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 61 | NA | |
NA | ||||
491 nominations | 48 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 4 | 90 |
491 nominations | 72 | NA |
28th March 2022: Australia Canberra draw invited 169 candidates to apply for ACT nomination
Australia has invited 169 candidates through Canberra matrix. These nominations are fixed in number and are sent by ACT. The candidates who achieve the highest matrix are invited to migrate to Australia.
17th March 2022: Australia’s Canberra Matrix Invitation Round invited 129 candidates Candidates were invited to apply for the nomination in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). On March 17, 2022, the nominations were announced. The nominations are open to both immigrants and citizens, according to the ACT. The cut-off scores change depending on the occupation cap and demand. It invited applicants from a variety of occupations. The highest-ranking candidates are invited. Details of the draw The details of the draw are below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited |
Canberra residents | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 3 |
491 nominations | 44 | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 5 |
491 nominations | 77 |
8th March 2022: Australia Canberra draw invites 79 candidates to apply for ACT nomination A Canberra Matrix draw was held on March 8, 2022, where 79 immigration candidates were invited. Here are more details of the draw: Canberra residents Matrix nominations for Small Business Owners
- 491 nominations: 1 invitation (70 points)
- 190 nominations: 1 invitation (100 points)
Matrix nominations for Critical Skill Occupations
- 491 nominations: 26 invitations
- 190 nominations: 11 invitations
Matrix nominations for Subclass 457 / Subclass 482 visa holders
- 491 nominations: 0 invitation
190 nominations: 1 invitation 3rd March 2022: South Australia invites offshore applicants from over 250 occupations for migration The South Australian state government announced on March 3, 2022 that 259 new vocations would be added to the list of occupations. Immigrant workers in the required occupational list are entitled to apply for a ROI, or Registration of Interest, in order to be considered for a state nomination. Foreign nationals who are eligible for the ROI program can apply for temporary and permanent residency in Australia. The spokesman notes that, while it is available to companies throughout South Australia, it is only available to sites with specific postcodes. The DAMA in Adelaide City Technology and Innovation Advancement lists 60 vocations available in metropolitan Adelaide. Employers in South Australia will be able to use the DAMA to fund skilled foreign workers in occupations where they are unable to hire Australian workers. The qualifications for state nomination will differ depending on the occupation. The occupation’s subclasses would follow the exact conditions. 18th February 2022: Canberra Matrix Invitation Round: 18 February 2022 The Canberra Matrix held draw on February 18, 2022, and invited 116 candidates to apply for ACT nomination in each occupation group. Details of the draw are given below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Minimum score |
Canberra residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 2 | 85 |
491 nominations | 1 | 75 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 3 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 4 | NA | |
491 nominations | 48 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 5 | NA |
491 nominations | 53 | NA |
10th February 2022: Canberra Matrix Invitation Round: 10 February 2022 The Canberra Matrix held draw on February 10, 2022, and invited candidates to apply for ACT nomination in each occupation group. The cut-off score is based on the occupation cap and demand. It invited both the Canberra residents and overseas applicants under different occupation groups. Details of the draw are given below:
Type of residents | Occupation group | Under nomination | Number of candidates invited | Minimum score |
Canberra residents | Matrix nominating Small Business Owners | 190 nominations | 2 | 85 |
491 nominations | 1 | 75 | ||
Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders | 190 nominations | 1 | NA | |
491 nominations | 0 | NA | ||
Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 42 | NA | |
491 nominations | 58 | NA | ||
Overseas applicants | Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations | 190 nominations | 4 | NA |
491 nominations | 52 | NA |
8th February 2022: Australia has expedited the processing of pending visa applications The processing of pending visa applications has commenced in Australia. Visas for persons with an urgent need to travel, non-citizens with compelling and compassionate circumstances, and those with crucial talents required to maintain the supply of essential goods and services are currently given priority. Australia’s immigration minister Alex Hawke said, “We are building back healthy pipelines of working holiday makers, and we are processing these visas very quickly.” Many applications are currently being reviewed by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), which has cautioned that processing times may lengthen further. The DHA is now prioritizing travelers who are not subject to any travel restrictions. 8th February 2022: Australia issues 400 invitations in latest immigration draw Australia has decided to reopen its international borders to fully vaccinated travelers from February 21. This will include visitors and tourists. The country has already eased its restrictions for skilled migrants, international students and those coming on a working holiday visa from December 2021. International travelers must have proof of their two vaccine doses or have a valid medical reason for not getting vaccinated. Meanwhile the DHA held a third invitation round on January 21, 2022 where it invited candidates under Subclass 189 and Subclass 491 visa. Here are the details:
Visa Subclass | No. of invitations |
Subclass 189 | 200 |
Subclass 491 (Family Sponsored) | 200 |
18th December 2021: Australia allows international students and skilled workers to re-enter Australia with re-opening of borders International students and skilled professionals have just been allowed to re-enter Australia. However, the demand for workers to fill employment in Australia is at an all-time high! Despite firms giving wage raises never seen before, there is a tremendous demand for competent workers that can only be met through migration. It’s heartening to note that Australia’s jobless rate has dropped to 4.6 percent in November 2021, according to official figures. This came after lockdowns in Victoria, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory were lifted. The easing of lockdowns and the gradual relaxation of restrictions at Australia’s international borders can be credited with any improvement in the country’s economic and employment situation. 10th December 2021: Australia to reopen its borders from December 15, 2021 On December 15, 2021, Australia will open its international borders to skilled migrants, international students, and other visa holders who meet the requirements. The plan to reopen the Australian border to migrants is proceeding according to schedule. Borders are reopened after consultation with Australia’s Prime Minister and the National Cabinet. The Chief Medical Officer’s advice is also taken into account. The decision to reopen borders was made in the wake of the current COVID-19 Omicron variant fear. The reopening was originally scheduled for September 29, 2021, but was pushed back to December 15 due to the Omicron issue. Those who have been locked out of Australia for nearly two years owing to preventive restrictions against the COVID-19 will be entitled to re-enter as a result of this ruling. From December 15, 2021, migrants on humanitarian grounds, provincial family visa holders, and working holiday visa holders will be eligible to re-enter Australia. Fully vaccinated visa holders will not need to get an exemption to travel to Australia now that the gates are open. From December 15, 2021, visitors from South Korea and Japan will be able to enter Australia. The current decision builds on the November decision to reopen Australian borders to fully vaccinated residents, Australia PR visa holders, and their families without the need to enter quarantine. 30th November 2021: Temporary graduate visa holders can now apply for replacement visas Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa holders who have been unable to come to Australia owing to COVID-19 international border limitations will be allowed to apply for a replacement visa, according to the Australian government. Replacement visas will be charged, according to the Department of Home Affairs, and applicants will be eligible to apply beginning July 1, 2022. Current and previous temporary graduate (subclass 485) visa holders who have visas that expire on or after February 1, 2020 will be able to apply for a new replacement visa under the new regulations. The 485 visas are available to international students who have just graduated and wish to continue working in Australia. The government has also enhanced the length of stay on 485 visas for Masters graduates from two to three years. Mr Tudge, the minister of education pointed out that the extension of three years would attract many to come to Australia for study purposes. “The new changes will make sure that no one was disadvantaged by not coming to Australia.” he said. He further highlighted Australia’s eagerness for the return of international students. Know More: July 23rd, 2021: South Australia opens its Skilled Migration program for both onshore and offshore applicants South Australia has announced that skilled migrants who are currently living in the region and meet state and federal requirements, can apply for a state nomination. Occupations such as physiotherapist, audiologist, occupational therapist and speech pathologist were opened by the state in its 2020-21 migration program. From July 20, offshore applicants can submit their Registration of Interest (RoI) for state nominations for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa Subclass 491, and onshore applicants can apply for the visa Subclass 491 and the Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass190. Skilled migrants who are currently living in South Australia (including long term residents), and those who meet the eligibility conditions decided by the state government and the Department of Home Affairs, can apply for state nominations under three categories: International Graduate of South Australia Talent and Innovators Program Currently working in South Australia (including long-term residents in SA) The government offers exemptions Exemptions offered to applicants living and working in outer and regional South Australia. Once the applicants receive a state nomination, they can apply for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa Subclass 491 (five-year visa) and the Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190 (permanent visa). However, offshore applicants will have to submit an ROI which demonstrates their skills in specific trades and health-related occupations and their proficiency in English language. An RoI is required for onshore applicants who wish to apply under the Talent and Innovators program. Know More: July 20th, 2021: South Australia relaxes two requirements for the Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa South Australia has announced the opening up of its nominations for the Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa or BIIP Subclass 188 from 20 July for the current program year. South Australia is allowed to nominate 1000 places under this visa category. A new development in the announcement has been the removal of two eligibility requirements which were essential earlier. The first eligibility requirement to be removed is the necessity for applicants to submit their ‘Intent to apply’ (ITA) form. Under the current program year-2021-22, applicants are not required to submit their ITA form. The second eligibility requirement is the necessity to make an exploratory visit to the region by the applicants. This requirement has also been dropped due to the current COVID-19 situation. The relaxation of these requirements is a bid to attract more investors according to immigration experts. Know More: South Australia to open subclass 190, 491 and BIIP nominations from July 20, 2021 June 22nd, 2021: Australia announces migration program for 2021-22 Australia announced its migration targets for the next financial year. The Migration Program announced the overall planning level of 160,000 places of which 79,600 places were given for the Skill stream while 77,300 places were given to the family stream.13,500 places are reserved for the Business Innovation and Investment Program while 15,000 places are reserved for the Global Talent Visa Program while it is 22,000 for the Employer Sponsored visa program. The government wants to focus on visa programs which will help the economy to recover after the Covid-19 crisis. Know More: Australia to continue with 2020-2021 Migration Program planning levels for 2021-2022
June 12th, 2021: Australia records the highest number of bridging visa holders The Australian government while releasing data on bridging visa holders revealed that the number of bridging visa holder in March 2020 was 256,529. However, this year the number has risen to 359,981 which is the highest for Australia so far. Bridging visas are temporary visas provided to migrants when their current visa expires while they await the outcome of their substantive applications. These visas allow a migrant to remain legally in Australia while his or her immigration status is settled. The sort of bridging visa granted is determined by the circumstances of the applicant. According to data from the Department of Home Affairs, 7,315 former Bridging Visa B (BVB) holders (whose visas expired between 1 Feb 2020 and 30 April 2021) are currently staying offshore. Many of these visa holders are anxious to return back to Australia.They are worried because these visas cannot be renewed or extended when they are staying offshore. Travel restrictions are preventing them to return to Australia. Know More: What to do if your Australian visa is expiring? May 7th, 2021: Australia wants to repatriate its citizens stranded in India at the earliest according to immigration minister Alex Hawke The immigration minister of Australia, Alex Hawke, said that his government intends to bring back more than 8,000 Australians stranded in coronavirus-ravaged India in a phased manner, despite Australia’s decision to penalize those returning from India. The minister indicated that the Australian government could resume flights to India from May 15 to repatriate the Australian citizens stranded in Australia. He said that the government is working on the logistics to bring back its citizens. The Australian government had announced a temporary flight ban on April 27 amidst the rising Coronavirus cases in India. Making the announcement Mr. Hawke said, “We want to make sure we can safely repatriate them here as soon as we possibly can. Everybody here is working on that. We want people to stay safe and listen to the government’s advice.” Mar 27th, 2021: Australia planning to reopen its international borders to welcome temporary visa holders: Immigration Minister Alex Hawke Australia which had imposed border restrictions for almost the whole of last year due to the Coronavirus pandemic is now ready to welcome temporary migrants such as international students and visitors according to the newly appointed Immigration Minister Alex Hawke. In a recent interview to SBS Australia, he said that the government is ready to open its international borders According to Hawke, ‘’… the government is rolling out our vaccination program and preparing for the opening of our international borders, so we can have those important visits from tourists that spend so much money in our country – but also the international student sector, one of our largest export sectors, they value-add so inherently to the Australian economy – we want to get them back.” This announcement comes in the wake of the latest data from the Department of Home Affairs which revealed that the offshore international student visa applications have gone down registering a decline by 65% in the second half of 2020 when compared to 2019. According to the minister, migration will play a key role in the economic recovery of Australia from the pandemic. He said, “I’m convinced that the migration program will be a huge part of how we recover from COVID and whether we will be as successful as we can be on that journey.” Australia is looking at its migration program to play a key role in the country’s economic recovery post the pandemic. Mar 4th, 2021: Australia makes changes to Subclass 485 visa to favor international students Australia has introduced changes in the Subclass 485 visa by introducing changes in the application requirements and visa criteria for international students. After these changes international students on a Temporary Graduate visa, will have the opportunity to stay longer in Australiain order to gain valuable work experience and look for a pathway to permanent residency. After their studies, they can stay on and work in regional Australia. Students belonging to the Post-Study Work stream can apply for their second 485 visa in the same stream provided they have lived in regional Australia for at least two years prior to making their second visa application. The government has made relaxations in the application and grant criteria for international students who cannot travel to Australia due to travel restrictions. These students can now apply for their485 visa, from offshore regardless of the stream they belong to. Feb 18th, 2021: 600,000 temporary visa holders have left Australia In the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic nearly 600,000 temporary visa holders left Australia last year. These included tourists, holidaymakers, international students, and work visa holders. Out of the 600,000 temporary visa holders, 41,000 were from India. The main category of people who left Australia were visitors and working holidaymakers, and bridging visa holders. According to figures, the highest number of exits were in the three months after the pandemic started in March 2020. The exit will have an impact on the economy because not many temporary visa holders are returning back to Australia because of the travel ban under which only citizens and permanent residents can come back to the country. The mass exit is expected to have an impact on the tourism and education industries in Australia. Jan 29th, 2021:
Jan 28th, 2021:
Professional Occupation Skills Assessment Pricing Table | ||
Service | Price from 1st February 2021 | Current Price |
Full Skills Assessment | $927 | $880 |
Points Test Advice | ||
Points Test Advice (returning applicants) | $400 | $380 |
Points Test Advice (non-VETASSESS) – PhD | $378 | $359 |
Points Test Advice (non-VETASSESS) – other overseas qualifcations | $263 | $250 |
Points Test Advice (non-VETASSESS) – Australian qualifcation | $150 | $142 |
485 Graduate Visa Qualifications only assessment | $378 | $359 |
Post-485 assessment | $721 | $684 |
Reassessment | ||
Reassessment (review) – qualifications | $287 | $272 |
Reassessment (review) – employment | $515 | $489 |
Reassessment (change of occupation) – 485 visa | $344 | $326 |
Reassessment (change of occupation) – full skills | $630 | $598 |
Appeal | $779 | $739 |
Renewal of skills assessment | $400 | $380 |
Dec 18th, 2020: Australia announces changes to business visa program The Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) provides three visas and nine visa categories for applicants with an established track record of innovation, investment and business success or talent. The business visa streams have now been reduced to four categories. The changes will come into effect from 1 July 2021 Changes to visa eligibility requirements: Holders of Business Innovation visas will now be expected to maintain $1.25 million in business assets, up from $800,000 and need to have an annual turnover of $750,000 from $500,000. At the same time, certain visas would have lower requirements, such as the $200,000 funding requirement currently needed for applicants for entrepreneurial visas will be scrapped from July next year. From July 2021, the Premium Investor, Significant Company History and Venture Capital Entrepreneur visas will be closed for new applications. The already lodged applications for these visas will continue to be processed. Under the current scheme, the bulk of BIIP migrants reach Australia on a provisional visa for a period of four years After this time, if they fulfil the stipulated visa requirements, they can apply for a permanent visa. After the changes provisional visas will be valid for five years. The changes will now allow provisional visas to be valid for five years giving applicants extra time to meet the residency requirements. Dec 15th, 2020:
NSW updates occupation list for Subclass 190 and 491
New South Wales region of Australia or NSW has updated its occupation list for Subclass 190 and 491. For the Subclass 190 visa, the region is requesting immigrants with an EOI to apply for a nomination only form people currently residing in the region. As for Subclass 491, the number of regions has gone up from 8 to 13 which improves the chances of applicants to get a visa.
For Subclass 491 visa applicants have a choice to apply under three streams to become eligible for nomination from this region.
1.Living and working in regional NSW
2.Recently completed studies in regional NSW
3.Living and working outside of regional NSW
Most overseas applicants will be eligible under the 3rd category and should have at least five years of skilled employment experience in order to apply.
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Sep 29th, 2020:
- Subclass 190 visa applicants who have worked in their nominated occupation in Queensland for at least 6 months and have a job offer for 12 months.
- Subclass 491 applicants who have worked in their nominated occupation in a regional area of Queensland for at least 3 months and have a job offer for 12 months.
Sep 2nd, 2020:
A new priority skills list (PMSOL) and strengthened labour market testing will allow small numbers of sponsored skilled workers to return to Australia to fill urgent skills needs in critical sectors, helping to create Australian jobs and rebuild Australia’s economy.
The 17 occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL) were based on advice from the National Skills Commission and consultation with relevant Commonwealth agencies and will be reviewed regularly.
Acting Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alan Tudge said the changes would strike the right balance for Australia’s economic recovery.
“These occupations in the health care, construction and IT sectors will supercharge both our health and economic response.
“Visa holders, who have been sponsored by an Australia business in a PMSOL occupation can request an exemption from Australia’s travel restrictions, but will be subject to a strict 14 days quarantine on arrival at their own expense.”
Minister for Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business, Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash said the PMSOL would be complemented by strengthened labour market testing requirements.
“In addition to the current requirements of two national advertisements, employers must also advertise their vacancy on the Government’s jobactive wesbite,” Minister Cash said.
Existing skilled migration occupation lists will remain active and visas will still be processed, but priority will be given to those in occupations on the PMSOL.
The 17 occupations (ANZSCO code) are:
· Chief Executive or Managing Director (111111)
· Construction Project Manager (133111)
· Mechanical Engineer (233512)
· General Practitioner (253111)
· Resident Medical Officer (253112)
· Psychiatrist (253411)
· Medical Practitioner nec (253999)
· Midwife (254111)
· Registered Nurse (Aged Care) (254412)
· Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) (254415)
· Registered Nurse (Medical) (254418)
· Registered Nurse (Mental Health) (254422)
· Registered Nurse (Perioperative) (254423)
· Registered Nurses nec (254499)
· Developer Programmer (261312)
· Software Engineer (261313)
· Maintenance Planner (312911)
Sep 2nd, 2020:
- Chief Executive or Managing Director (111111)
- Construction Project Manager (133111)
- Mechanical Engineer (233512)
- General Practitioner (253111)
- Resident Medical Officer (253112)
- Psychiatrist (253411)
- Medical Practitioner nec (253999)
- Midwife (254111)
- Registered Nurse (Aged Care) (254412)
- Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) (254415)
- Registered Nurse (Medical) (254418)
- Registered Nurse (Mental Health) (254422)
- Registered Nurse (Perioperative) (254423)
- Registered Nurses nec (254499)
- Developer Programmer (261312)
- Software Engineer (261313)
- Maintenance Planner (312911)
Sep 2nd, 2020:
- The applicant must be currently living in Victoria.
- The applicant to be currently employed in Victoria (min 6 months)
- The applicant has to be working in highly-skilled occupations related to health or medical research.
Aug 28th, 2020:
Australian Capital Territory: ACT has opened nominations only for local Canberra residents for Critical skill occupations with very few nominations until October, understanding borders closed. There is a cap for each of the critical skill occupations they accept every month.
South Australia: South Australia announced that the occupation list will be announced in mid-October.
Rest all states also may announce the list after the budget session in October 2020
July 15th, 2020:
Telugu Language Announcement:
In response to requests, NAATI would like to announce that Telugu has been added in the Credentialed Community Language (CCL) Testing.
Candidates can submit CCL applications from 22nd July 2020 for testing due in late August 2020.
Test spots will be opened on 30th July 2020.
July 6th, 2020:
July 1st, 2020:
Queensland has announced that the migration program for the year 2020/21 will not be opened as of 1st July 2020.
BSMQ has been advised by the Department of Home Affairs (HA) that it will not be in a position to open the 2020/21 migration program on 1 July 2020.
As a consequence, BSMQ’s business and skilled migration program will remain closed on 1 July 2020 until further notice.
Note: BSMQ will not be accepting any Expressions of Interests (EOIs) submitted on Skillselect from 1 July 2020. We will post advice on this website, should the situation change.
July 1st, 2020:
Victoria state has updated that the state nomination program will remain temporarily closed and applicants have to wait for the further announcement regarding the same.
Below is the update from Victoria.
The Victorian Government’s state nomination program will remain temporarily closed while we await the Commonwealth Government’s allocation of state nomination places for 2020-21.
In the meantime, you will not be able to apply for the following state nomination visas:
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa
- Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa
- Business Innovation stream (subclass 188A) (Provisional) visa
- Investor stream (subclass 188B) (Provisional) visa
- Significant Investor stream (subclass 188C) (Provisional) visa
- Entrepreneur stream (subclass 188E) (Provisional) visa
- Significant Business History (subclass 132A) (Permanent) visa
- Venture Capital Entrepreneur (subclass 132B) (Permanent) visa
The 2020-21 Victorian state nomination program will open at a date to be advised after further advice from the Commonwealth Government.
Applicants can still lodge Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Commonwealth’s Department of Home Affairs SkillSelect system. An EOI will be required before you can apply for a Victorian visa nomination.
June 29th, 2020:
The South Australia GSM program is scheduled to re-open from early August.
South Australia’s General Skilled Migration (GSM) program for the 2019/20 financial year has closed. Immigration SA will no longer be accepting applications for 190/491 state nomination visas. Applications received prior to program closure will continue to be processed.
The GSM 2020/21 program year is scheduled to re-open from early August. Information relating to updated occupation lists, nomination requirements, and criteria will be made available closer to the program launch date.
June 8th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 03/06/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 3 June 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 81
All Matrix submitted: 110 to 70 points
ACT 491 Nomination – No invitations were issued as there are sufficient 491 applications in the queue to meet the 2019/20 annual allocation of 491 nomination places.
June 5th, 2020:
Changes in ACS Migration Skills Assessment:
Changes in Assessment of ANZSCO Unit Group 2621.
Acceptance of Electronics subjects in ICT qualifications.
Changes in Assessment of ANZSCO Unit Group 2621
ANZSCO Unit Group 2621 includes 3 occupations:
- 262111 Database Administrator
- 262112 ICT Security Specialist
- 262113 Systems Administrator
With Cyber Security now being its own occupation discipline, applicants applying under the ICT Security specialist ANZSCO occupation code will be assessed based on separate criteria to the other occupations in this Unit Group. — The criteria used to assess the occupation of ICT Security Specialist will no longer allow database and system administrator related duties or course content to be accepted. In order to be assessed under this occupation code, the course content and/or job tasks need to be specific to ICT security only.
This will also align ACS migration skills assessment with current initiatives within ACS cyber-security certification and accreditation of cyber-security university degrees. –These initiatives are currently being developed and further information will be available on our website in due course.
Acceptance of Electronics subjects in ICT qualifications:
ACS has undertaken a review of Electronics subjects and their relevance within ICT. ACS will now only accept Digital Electronics subjects when assessing qualification unit content. Analogue and other non-ICT related electronics subjects will no longer be accepted when assessing qualifications. Applicants may provide a subject/course outline to support an assessment of “Electronic” related subjects which we will consider. — Applicants should provide a course outline and/or unit descriptions to determine whether the Electronics subject has a Digital or Analogue focus. The applicant should know what they studied through their course content.
Note: Syllabus to be provided for Electronics candidates if sufficient subjects are not found in the mark sheets related to IT. The applicant can confirm this during evaluation to us, but while submission better to give the syllabus if can be provided.
June 5th, 2020:
Tasmania state updated that they will not be able to process any application further under the state nomination category for Subclass 491 – Category 3A Overseas Applicant (TSOL).
A review of the Subclass 491 – Category 3A Overseas Applicant (TSOL) requirements is currently underway but will take some time to conclude. It has been decided to, therefore, close all unfinalized Category 3A applications (except for those with occupations in the high demand category of TSOL). Over the next ten days, a refund of $220AUD will be processed back to the credit card used for the application fees.
The closure of the current application will not prevent an applicant from lodging a new application for visa state nomination if they are eligible in the future when the category re-opens.
May 28th, 2020:
Victoria’s skilled visa nomination program is now closed as we have filled the places provided to us by the Commonwealth Department of Home Affairs for the 2019-20 program year.
This includes both the Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190) and the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).
Applications received prior to 28 May 2020 will continue to be assessed and will be advised of the outcome in due course. New applications will be accepted in 2020-21.
Victoria is facing economic and health challenges posed by a coronavirus (COVID-19). To help us respond to this challenge, priority will be given to occupations in sectors critical to the coronavirus response in allocating remaining nomination places.
We encourage applicants to reapply in the new program year. An applicant will be given an automatic waiver which means they will not have to wait six months to reapply.
You will need to check for any updates to the eligibility requirements before reapplying. A new application will need to be submitted via the Live in Melbourne portal.
Please be aware, we continue to accept nomination applications for the following visas:
- Business Innovation – Extension only (subclass 188A Extension)
- Significant Investor – Extension only (subclass 188C Extension)
- Permanent Business Innovation (subclass 888A)
- Permanent Investor (subclass 888B)
- Permanent Significant Investor (subclass 888C).
May 20th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 21/05/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
- All Matrix submitted: 150 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted: on or before 31 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – No invitations were issued as there are sufficient 491 applications in the queue to meet the May 2020 monthly allocation of 491 nomination places.
May 15th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
Current Status of the occupation(s): Special Conditions
133411 – Manufacturer – Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; Research job opportunities for your particular specialization; 85 points required for offshore applicants – VETASSESS
241111 – Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher – Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for offshore applicants – AITSL
An applicant cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
May 7th, 2020:
Occupations under review on the Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List:
The following occupation on the Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List is now under review.
Radiation Oncologist (253918).
Invitations to apply for WA State nomination for this occupation will be limited. If you have already received an invitation, your application will not be affected.
ACT Invitation Rounds:
Invitation date: 8 May 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 65
All Matrix submitted: 130 to 70 points
ACT 491 Nomination – No invitations were issued as there are sufficient 491 applications in the queue to meet the May 2020 monthly allocation of 491 nomination places.
Invitation date: 12 May 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 210
All Matrix submitted: 110 to 70 points
65 point Matrix submitted: on or after 12 November 2019 and on or before 8 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – No invitations were issued as there are sufficient 491 applications in the queue to meet the May 2020 monthly allocation of 491 nomination places.
Invitation date: 21 May 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 485
All Matrix submitted: 150 to 70 points
65 point Matrix submitted: on or before 31 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – No invitations were issued as there are sufficient 491 applications in the queue to meet the May 2020 monthly allocation of 491 nomination places.
Victorian visa nomination application processing:
There has been a significant increase in visa nomination applications for Victoria which has resulted in processing delays. Despite the delays, we will notify you or the authorized agent by email once a decision has been reached, or if we require further information to process your application.
Applicants can help speed up processing by attaching all relevant documents to your application, which includes:
- Your detailed resume
- English language test results
- Relevant skills assessment results
- Registration documents (if required)
- Job offer evidence (if required)
Applicants can also check the status of the application through the Live-in Melbourne portal.
If you need to reach us and your question is not answered on our FAQ page, it’s best to email us.
May 4th, 2020:
TRA Update:
The TRA enquiry line will reopen from 10.00 am Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on Tuesday, 5 May 2020.
The enquiry line operates Monday to Friday from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm and 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm (AEST), excluding public holidays. Applicants can continue to submit enquiries to traenquiries@dese.gov.au.
TRA will continue to assess applications submitted through the Online Portal, however, due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, processing times are expected to be impacted and there could be delays.
April 20th, 2020:
Invitations and Nominations:
Invitations Given | January | February | March | April |
Subclass 189 (Independent Visa) | 1000 | 1000 | 1750 | 50 |
Subclass 491 (Family Sponsored) | 300 | 500 | 300 | 50 |
Total | 1300 | 1500 | 2050 | 100 |
Applicants who received nominations from State and Territory Governments in March 2020.
Subclass 190 (State Sponsored) — In March 2020 | 1015 |
Subclass 491 (Regional Sponsored) — In March 2020 | 763 |
Total |
1778 |
Applicants who received nominations from State and Territory Governments from 1 July 2019 to the end of March 2020.
Skill Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) | 8546 |
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) | 2199 |
Total | 10745 |
April 16th, 2020:
If holding a temporary visa that is 28 days or less valid (or) held a visa that expired in the last 28 days, here comes good news for you!
You are now allowed to apply a Subclass 408 visa, which is a temporary visa allowing you to work and stay in Australia for up to 2 years. It is important your skills are related to – supply of essential goods and services during COVID-19 pandemic, areas including and not limited to, agriculture, aged care, and public health.
No application fees.
April 09th, 2020:
Holiday Update:
As we all know that tomorrow is Good Friday and next is Easter, please note that most of the Australian authorities are closed tomorrow i.e.,10/4/2020 and on Monday 13/4/2020 due to the same.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Australia visa process.
Victoria State Sponsorship Update: Continue to accept the applications:
Victoria state authorities have announced that they will continue to accept nomination applications from the eligible applicants for the following visas as usual:
- Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491)
- Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)
- Business Innovation – Extension only (subclass 188A Extension)
- Significant Investor – Extension only (subclass 188C Extension)
- Permanent Business Innovation (subclass 888A)
- Permanent Investor (subclass 888B)
- Permanent Significant Investor (subclass 888C).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Victoria.
April 08th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs Update: Citizenship Ceremonies & Applications to continue as usual
As we are aware that as a part of the Australian Citizenship process an applicant should apply online for Citizenship, go through interview or test, wait for the outcome and attend the ceremony.
The currently acting Minister for Immigration, Citizenship has announced that DHA will continue with the online citizenship ceremonies via secure video link, during the coronavirus crisis. Current health advice around COVID-19 means it is not possible for traditional, in-person citizenship ceremonies to be held.
Applications for Australian citizenship are still accepted during this period, though citizenship interviews and testing have been put on temporary hold.
The following are the statistics announced regarding Australian Citizenship:
- Already in 2019-20, more than 157,000 people have been conferred Australia citizenship, up 70% on the same period in 2018-19.
- There are currently 85,000 people awaiting a ceremony.
- When this online video process is fully implemented, it is expected this new capability will see up to 750 people per day having their citizenship conferred.
Applicants waiting to attend the Citizenship Ceremony will be contacted by DHA to make alternative arrangements to conduct through secure video link.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Australian Citizenship.
April 07th, 2020:
NSW State Sponsorship Update: Closure of Business Innovation & Investment Program
NSW has announced that it is now closed to applications for nomination under the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP).
NSW nomination is now closed as they have filled the places provided to them by the Commonwealth Department of Home Affairs.
NSW is unable to accept emailed applications for the BIIP until the new program year commences 1st July 2020. This includes the:
- Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) and
- Business Talent visa (subclass 132) visas
Applicants CANNOT submit an application for NSW nomination for the:
- 188A, 188B, 188C, 188E, and 132SBH visas.
Applicant CAN submit an application for NSW nomination for the:
- 188A Extension, 188C Extension, 888A, 888B, and 888C visas.
They will open to applications for NSW nomination for visas under the BIIP program in the new financial year commencing 1 July 2020.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NSW under Business & Investment Program.
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
322313- Welder (First Class)- Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5) -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- In order to apply for nomination under 190 subclass the applicants should be currently working in South Australia and meet other requirements.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
April 06th, 2020:
Australian Association of Social Workers Skills Assessment Update: Business as Usual
AASW Skills Assessment authority which assesses the occupation – Social Worker has announced that it is open with all the staff and all the programs functioning remotely.
There is no change in processing timelines as of now and they are working towards further reducing the waiting list.
As we are aware that they accept only hard copies of the notarized documents for skills assessment purposes.
They have further stated looking at the current situation and courier of documents they will review this situation in the near future and determine if they need to implement alternative processes to ensure they can receive applications sooner.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AASW.
April 04th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Current Temporary Skilled visa holders in Australia and COVID-19:
Temporary Skilled visa holders in Australia:
DHA has announced that there are around 139,000 temporary skilled visa holders in Australia, on either a 2 year or 4 year visa.
These visa holders who are not laid off, will maintain their visa validity and businesses can extend their visa as normal. Businesses will also be able to reduce the hours of the visa holder without the person being in breach of their visa condition.
These visa holders will also be able to access up to $10,000 of their superannuation this financial year.
Those visa holders who have been laid off due to coronavirus should leave the country in line with existing visa conditions if they are unable to secure a new sponsor. However, should a 4-year visa holder be re-employed after the coronavirus pandemic, their time already spent in Australia will count towards their permanent residency skilled work experience requirements.
New Zealanders on 444 visas:
New Zealanders and Australians have reciprocal arrangements whereby we can each stay and work in each other’s country. There are more than 672,000 New Zealanders in Australia on a subclass 444 visa.
New Zealanders who are on 444 visas and arrived before 26 February 2001 will have access to welfare payments and the JobKeeper payment.
444 visa holders who arrived after 2001 have access to the JobKeeper payment. Those who have lived in Australia for 10 years or more have access to JobSeeker payments for six months.
New Zealanders should consider returning to New Zealand if they are unable to support themselves through these provisions, work or family support.
International Students in Australia:
Student visa holders who have been here longer than 12 months who find themselves in financial hardship will be able to access their Australian superannuation.
The Government will undertake further engagement with the international education sector who already provide some financial support for international students facing hardship. For example, they understand there are some education providers that are providing fee discounts to international students.
The Government will also be flexible in cases where Coronavirus has prevented international students meeting their visa conditions (such as not being able attend classes).
International students are able to work up to 40 hours per fortnight as usual.
Visitor visa holders:
DHA has announced that there are 203,000 international visitors in Australia, typically on a visa lasting three months or less.
International tourists should return to their home country as quickly as possible, particularly those without family support.
Thousands are already doing this and others should follow their lead.
Working Holiday Makers in Australia:
In particular, working holiday makers who are working in critical sectors like agriculture, food processing etc will be exempt from the six month work limitation with the one employer and eligible for a further visa to keep working in these critical sectors if their current visa is due to expire in the next six months.
Further it has stated that there are another 185,000 other temporary visa holders in Australia, about half of them temporary graduate visa holders. They will also be able to access their Australian superannuation if needed for support.
The above update is applicable for all the visa holders currently staying in Australia.
April 03rd, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 03/04/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND:
Invitation date: 3 April 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 94
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 17.00 AEST on 31 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 70
65 point Matrix submitted on or before 2 March 2020
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 25 March 2020:
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 62
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 103
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 16 February 2020Invitation date: 17 March 2020:ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 89
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 28 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 97
- All Matrix submitted: 105 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 January 2020 Invitation date: 10 March 2020:ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 73
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 19 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 165
- All Matrix submitted: 105 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 15 January 2020Invitation date: 2 March 2020:ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 110
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 14 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 131
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 1 January 2020Invitation date: 24 February 2020:ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 171
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 November 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 79
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 pointsInvitation date: 7 February 2020:ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 135 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 October 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 82
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 pointsInvitation date: 23 January 2020:ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 pointsACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 pointsInvitation date: 9 January 2020:ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 pointsACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 20th April 2020
April 03rd, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234914 –Physicist (Medical Physicist Only)- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS / ACPSEM
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
April 02nd, 2020:
ACWA Skills Assessment Update: Processing Skills Assessment Applications under COMMUNITY WORKER ANZSCO 411711
Australia Community Workers Association (ACWA) has announced that it is currently started accepting the applications for skills assessment under the occupation – COMMUNITY WORKER ANZSCO 411711 from April 2020.
Australia Community Workers Association (ACWA) had earlier in January 2020 announced that they are placing a temporary hold on applications under the occupation – COMMUNITY WORKER ANZSCO 411711
They have stated that temporary hold has been removed and they will process the applications as usual.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with ACWA.
March 30th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that Immi Account will be unavailable on the following dates/times:
* 3am AEDST to 5am AEST on Sunday 5th April 2020
March 30th, 2020:
TRA Skills Assessment Update: Coronvirus and Application Processing
TRA will continue to assess applications submitted through the Online Portal as normal, however processing times are expected to be impacted for the foreseeable future.
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has announced that due to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the TRA enquiry line will be closed until further notice from 30/03/2020.
During this time applicants will still be able to submit enquiries to traenquiries@dese.gov.au. TRA will endeavour to respond to email enquiries as quickly as possible.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with TRA.
March 27th, 2020:
AITSL Skills Assessment Update: Change in the Assessment Fee effective 1st July 2020
Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) which assesses all the teaching occupations has announced that on 1 July 2020, the AITSL Assessment for Migration fees, including assessment application fee, appeal, skilled employment statement (SES) and additional copy of assessment outcome fees will change.
The new fees will apply to all applications submitted via our online applicant portal from 1 July 2020 onwards.
Applications submitted up to and including 30 June 2020 will pay the 2019 fee.
NEW FEE DETAILS EFFECTIVE 1 JULY 2020:
1. Assessment of application – AUD860
2. Appeal of assessment outcome – AUD860
3. Skilled Employment Statement (SES) – AUD232
4. Additional copy of assessment outcome* – AUD99
*A fee applies when an additional copy is requested of a certificate with a reference number starting with WAMS. Note regarding Goods and services tax (GST) – No GST is charged on any AITSL Assessment for Migration fee.
CURRENT FEE DETAILS:
Application for skills assessment – AUD $845
Appeal of assessment outcome – AUD $845
Skilled Employment Statement (SES) – AUD $228
Additional copy of assessment outcome*- AUD $97
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying skills assessment with AITSL.
March 27th, 2020:
Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Skills Assessment Update: Change in the application process
AIM has announced that due to the coronavirus pandemic the following additional process for lodging a skilled migration application may be used:
The application form and supporting documents may be emailed to migration@managersandleaders.com.au. Each email must be limited to 20MB however multiple emails may be sent. Documents must be a clear colour scan taken from the original document and DO NOT need to be certified by a justice of the peace or notary public.
Please do NOT complete the credit card authorisation form. Once they receive the application they will contact by email to arrange payment from a credit card.
This process may also be used for Review, Appeal, Extension and Temporary Graduate Qualification Assessments.
IMPORTANT: If sending an application by courier, please forward an email to migration@managersandleaders.com.au advising the following:
Applicant’s full name
The name of the courier service
The airway bill number
Please note:
New postal address is GPO Box 2229, Brisbane Qld 4000, Australia
New courier address is Level 16, 40 Creek Street, Brisbane Qld 4000, Australia
Earlier AIM used to accept only hard copies of the notarized documents only
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AIM.
March 27th, 2020:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 13/03/2020
Please find attached the reports published for the invitation round that took place on 13/03/2020. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa under skilled migration.
VETASSESS Skills Assessment Update: Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Skills Assessment
VETASSESS has announced that it is operating as normal as possible during the coronavirus outbreak. All the skills assessments for migration purposes are continuing as normal but they are experiencing delays in case of few applications.
They have had to cancel offshore practical trade assessments for migration purposes, but they will conduct Technical Interview assessments online.
They will conduct online video conferencing for Technical Interview assessments for non-licensed occupations or Pathway 2 licensed occupations, until further notice.
They plan to start this process from Wednesday 1st April, 2020, until further notice. They will notify all eligible applicants and send further instructions over the next few days.
Please note that in these circumstances it is a mandatory requirement of Trades Recognition Australia that they verify the applicant’s identity.
The applicant must:
- Use Adobe Connect software for the Technical Interview with the assessor.
- Provide government approved photographic identification before the interview can commence.
- Answer the assessor, in English, without assistance.
- Be physically present, and alone, at all times during the Interview.
The Interview will be conducted with an independent invigilator at all times. If the invigilator has any concerns about the integrity of the assessment, they will close and cancel the Interview.
VETASSESS will send out detailed instructions to applicants in relation to this new process.
Please contact us on tradeassess@vetassess.com.au if you need further information. and alternatives relating to the current situation.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with VETASSESS.
March 27th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Medical and Health professionals
International Graduates of South Australia – Medical & Health Professionals only:
Medical and health professionals who have graduated from a South Australian higher education provider and currently reside and work in South Australia in their nominated or closely related occupation (minimum 40 hours per fortnight), are exempt from the three-month work experience requirement and those who claiming the exemption will be eligible for only nomination for a provisional 491 visa.
Applicants currently working as a medical or health professional in South Australia
Medical and health professionals who currently reside and work in South Australia in their nominated or closely related occupation (minimum 20 hours per week) are exempt from Immigration SA’s current work experience requirements. Applicants accessing the work experience exemption are only eligible for a provisional 491 visa nomination.
NOTE: Please note the 5 year work experience requirement has been REMOVED for Registered Nurses working in their occupation or closely related occupation in South Australia.
190 nomination eligibility – medical and health professionals
Medical and health professionals who are currently working for the last 12 months in their nominated or closely related occupation (minimum 20 hours per week) in South Australia (or the last 6 months in their nominated or closely related occupation (minimum 20 hours per week) in a country region of South Australia) remain eligible for a permanent 190 visa.
Priority processing for medical and health professionals working in South Australia
Processing times for state nomination vary depending on the volume of applications received and applications from medical and health professionals will be prioritised in the first instance.
NOTE: Please refer to the list of Medical & Health Professionals list on the South Australia website. Please go through the list and South Australia website before you speak with the client or apply for state nomination.
Please update all your clients accordingly.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 27th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Changes to requirements for 190 visa subclass nomination
Immigration SA has announced that it is closing visa subclass 190 eligibility for applicants who are NOT currently working in South Australia for the last 12 months (or 6 months in a region).
Applicants are still eligible to apply for 491 visa nomination.
Further the following occupations are CLOSED for all the applicants for nomination under 190 subclass but OPEN for 491 subclass:
- 132211 Finance Manager
- 149914 Financial Institution Branch Manager
- 221111 Accountant (General)
- 221112 Management Accountant
- 221113 Taxation Accountant
- 221211 Company Secretary
- 221213 External Auditor
- 221214 Internal Auditor
- 222112 Finance Broker
- 222311 Financial Investment Adviser
- 222312 Financial Investment Manager
- 224711 Management Consultant
These occupations are no longer eligible for a subclass 190 nomination as they have reached their quota.
Occupations closed to offshore applicants:
The following hospitality occupations are now closed for offshore applicants.
- 141111 Cafe or Restaurant Manager
- 351311 Chef
- 351411 Cook
The changes are effective immediately for state nomination applications submitted to Immigration SA on or after 12pm on 27 March 2020.
The following occupations there has been change in the status:
224112- Mathematician- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
NOTE: Before applying or guiding the clients, please go through the occupation list & the information related to the occupation on South Australia website.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 26th, 2020:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Temporary Closure of Offshore Applications
BSMQ PROCESSING UPDATE 25 MARCH 2020:
Business and Skilled Migration Queensland (BSMQ) has announced the following:
- BSMQ has now temporarily closed OFFSHORE processing for subclass 491 due to COVID-19 crisis and the closure of Queensland’s borders on Wednesday 25 March 2020.
- BSMQ will inform applicants via the BSMQ website and social media pages when OFFSHORE processing recommences.
- BSMQ is open to nominations for ONSHORE subclass 491 applicants who continue to meet Queensland state nomination criteria.
- Subclass 190 and all business visas (subclass 188 and 132) have met nomination allocation for FY 2019-20.
- New quota will be received in July 2020 and applicants will be required to submit a new EOI for Queensland State Nominated visas (subclass 190, 188, 132) at this time.
March 26th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix:
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 25/03/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 25 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 62
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 103
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70
65 point Matrix submitted on or before 16 February 2020
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 17 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 89
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 28 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 97
- All Matrix submitted: 105 to 70 points
65 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 January 2020
Invitation date: 10 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 73
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 19 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 165
- All Matrix submitted: 105 to 70 points
65 point Matrix submitted on or before 15 January 2020
Invitation date: 2 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 110
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 14 December 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 131
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
65 point Matrix submitted on or before 1 January 2020
Invitation date: 24 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 171
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 November 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 79
All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
Invitation date: 7 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 135 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 October 2019ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 82
All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 pointsACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 pointsACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 9th April 2020
March 24th, 2020:
Northern Territory State Sponsorship Update: Temporary Closure of Offshore GSM Applications for State Nomination
Northern Territory has announced that in response to the evolving COVID-19 outbreak the Australian Government announced closure of its borders effective from Friday 20 March 2020 at 9 PM EST (Eastern Standard Time).
In light of this Migration NT will stop accepting offshore General Skilled Migration applications for the Northern Territory nomination effective from 12 midnight on Tuesday 24 March 2020 until further notice.
Existing applications received and paid will still be processed in accordance with current service standards.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Northern Territory.
March 24th, 2020:
VETASSESS Skills Assessment: Update on coronavirus (COVID-19):
VETASSESS has announced that it is attempting to operate as normally as possible during the coronavirus outbreak, but they have had to cancel some offshore practical trade assessments for migration due to other country situations and their involvement.
Skills assessments for professional (General) occupations (for migration) are continuing as normal. There is no change even for the Trade Occupations as well they can apply for Documentary Evidence check as normal.
Further they have stated that they are no longer accepting paper-based applications posted to their offices and only accepting payments via our online payment gateway. Please scan and email complete application forms and any supporting documents to migrate@vetassess.com.au. We apply normally only through the online portal.
They have announced that there might few delays in processing the applications.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
March 24th, 2020:
Australian Psychological Society Skills Assessment Update: Apply through e-mail
Australian Psychological Society has stated that due to the current COVID-19 pandemic the APS National Office will be closed, and all staff will be working remotely until further notice.
Applicants can still apply for skills assessment process through email by sending the application form and relevant supporting documentation through to assessment@psychology.org.au.
They stated that please make sure that scanned documentation meets the requirements: High resolution colour scans of the original documents.
Earlier APS used to accept only the hard copies of the documents.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with APS.
March 24th, 2020:
AIQS Skills Assessment Update: Important Note
As we are aware that AIQS Skills Assessment applications can be sent through e-mail or by post for Skills Assessment Process.
Further AIQS Skills Assessment authority has announced that considering covid-19 impacts, they have stated to email them the application and related documents DO NOT post them. If posted, the application will be delayed for an undetermined amount of time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AIQS.
March 20th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: State Nomination for a business visa under 188 & 132 subclasses Closed & Change in the Application Process
South Australia has announced that due to the unprecedented number of applications, Immigration SA would like to advise that allocations for South Australian state nominated business visa subclass 188 & 132 have reached capacity for the 2019-20 program year.
Change in the Application Process:
Given this, Immigration SA will be changing the way applications are received for the 2020/21 financial year. Immigration SA will be providing details on Monday 23 March 2020 with advice on how an applicant can lodge an ‘Intention to Apply’ enquiry.
Any incomplete applications that have not yet been submitted or have been lodged without payment being made, will require lodgement completion and payment by 5 pm Monday 23 March 2020. Please note there is no guarantee that Immigration SA will assess your application.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia.
March 20th, 2020:
Western Australia State Sponsorship Update: Change of date for the April invitation round
Western Australia has announced that Invitations for State nomination are usually issued during the third week of each month.
In April, this will be delayed by one week due to the Easter holidays.
Invitations are anticipated to be issued on 23 April 2020
March 20th, 2020:
Tasmania State Sponsorship Update: Nomination Process Closed to Certain Occupations
Tasmania has announced that the Occupations relating to the following fields have been CLOSED for nomination under Category 3A i.e., Overseas applicant Occupation Listed in (TSOL) in case of 491 subclass nomination process.
CLOSED for Category 3A:
- BUILDING, CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES
- HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
- HOSPITALITY
- ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
- AGRICULTURE
- EDUCATION
- OTHER FIELDS
The following occupations are OPEN for nomination under 491 subclass under all the Categories.
Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Po
The following are the remaining categories under which one can apply for 491 subclass nomination with Tasmania:
- Category 1 – Tasmanian graduate
- Category 2 – Working in Tasmania
- Category 3B – Overseas applicant (Job offer)
- Category 4 – Family in Tasmania
- Category 5 – Small Business Owner
In order to apply under 190 subclass nomination with Tasmania, the applicant should apply only in one of the following categories:
- Category 1 – Tasmanian Graduate
- Category 2 – Working in Tasmania*
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Tasmania under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 20th, 2020:
Tasmania State Sponsorship Update: IMPORTANT NOTICE
Tasmania State Authorities have announced that the rapidly evolving situation regarding COVID-19 has necessitated temporary changes to eligibility for the Subclass 491: 3A Overseas Applicant (TSOL) nomination category.
As of 20 March 2020, applications for this category are temporarily restricted until further notice to occupations listed in the ‘High Demand’ section of the Tasmanian Skilled Occupation List (TSOL).
Please do not LODGE or PAY for a Category 3A application if the occupation is not in the ‘HIGH DEMAND’ on the TSOL. The application will NOT be assessed.
Applications under Category 3A lodged prior to this date which specifies other occupations will still be considered. Applicants with ‘High Demand’ occupations will, however, be given priority. This means processing times for other Category 3A applications with occupations not listed in the High Demand section will become extended (approximately 6 months from lodgment).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Tasmania under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 18th, 2020:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: COVID-19 (Novel coronavirus) and Australian visas
BSMQ PROCESSING UPDATE 18 MARCH 2020
Queensland State authorities have announced that :
- Subclass 491 remains OPEN.
- BSMQ is currently priority processing subclass 491 ONSHORE applicants.
- Offshore is still open, however only critical skill shortage occupations such as medical and allied health professionals will be given priority at this time.
- Subclass 190 and all business visas (subclass 188 and 132) have met nomination allocation for FY 2019-20.
- New quota will be received in July 2020 and applicants will be required to submit a new EOI for Queensland State Nominated visas (subclass 190, 188, 132) at this time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 17th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234412 -Geophysicist -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the applicant meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 17th, 2020:
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 17/03/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 17 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 89
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 28 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 97
- All Matrix submitted: 105 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 January 2020
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 10 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 73
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 19 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 165
- All Matrix submitted: 105 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 15 January 2020
Invitation date: 2 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 110
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 14 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 131
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 1 January 2020
Invitation date: 24 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 171
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 November 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 79
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
Invitation date: 7 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 135 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 October 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 82
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
ACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 2nd April 2020
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 16th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
233215- Transport Engineer- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- Engineers Australia
251211 -Medical Diagnostic Radiographer -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -ASMIRT
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 16th, 2020:
Vetassess Trade Skills Assessment Update: Practical Assessments
Vetassess has announced that they regret that they had to cancel some offshore practical assessments due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
They are following Australian Government guidelines on this matter and will be contacting applicants who are affected.
They are monitoring the situation as closely as they can and will advise of changes as soon as they can.
Please contact us on tradeassess@vetassess.com.au if you need further information.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess under trade occupations.
March 13th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
133512 -Production Manager (Manufacturing) -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; Research job opportunities for your particular specialisation; 85 points required for offshore applicants- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 12th, 2020:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Occupations removed from QSOL
Queensland has announced that due to high demand and quota being met for the following occupations, these occupations have been removed from QSOLs. If the occupation has been removed, please do not submit an EOI as it will not be picked up.
Occupations removed from QSOL 12 March 2020
•Onshore, (includes Queensland Postgraduate (Alumni)) and Offshore
• Marketing Specialist ANZSCO 225113
•Onshore
• Finance Manager ANZSCO 132211
Occupations removed from QSOL 25 November 2019
•Onshore and Offshore -IT
•ICT Business Analyst ANZSCO 261111
•Systems Analyst ANZSCO 261112
•Developer Programmer ANZSCO 261312
•Software Engineer ANZSCO 261313
•Software and Applications Programmers nec ANZSCO 261399
•ICT Security Specialist ANZSCO 262112
•Computer Network and Systems Engineer ANZSCO 263111
•Analyst Programmer ANZSCO 261311
•Onshore –Accounting
•Accountant (General) ANZSCO 221111
•Management Accountant ANZSCO 221112
•Taxation Accountant ANZSCO 221113
•External Auditor ANZSCO 221213
•Internal Auditor ANZSCO 221214
•Offshore -Engineering
•Civil Engineer ANZSCO 233211
•Mechanical Engineer ANZSCO 233512
•Electrical Engineer ANZSCO 233311
•Engineering Technologist ANZSCO 233914
BSMQ SKILLED PROGRAM – SUBCLASS 190 VISA – CLOSED (FROM 1.30 PM AEST 26 November 2019)
BSMQ SKILLED PROGRAM – SUBCLASS 491 VISA – OPEN
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 491 subclass.
March 12th, 2020:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/02/2020
Please find attached the reports published for the invitation round that took place on 11/02/2020. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 491 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 279 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 18 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 258 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 82 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 415 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 232 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 166 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 287 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 177 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 455 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 1444 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 355 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 448 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 214 already invited
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa.
March 11th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254425- Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 11th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 10/03/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 10 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 73
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 19 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 165
- All Matrix submitted: 105 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 15 January 2020
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 2 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 110
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 14 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 131
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 1 January 2020
Invitation date: 24 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 171
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 November 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 79
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
Invitation date: 7 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 135 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 October 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 82
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
ACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 25th March 2020
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 11th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned system maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 2 pm and 6 pm Saturday 14th March 2020 AEDT
* midnight and 4 am Monday 16th March 2020 AEDT
Please update all your clients accordingly.
March 10th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned system maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* midnight and 4 am Monday 16th March 2020 AEDT
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
March 6th, 2020:
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) Skills Assessment Update: TRA System maintenance affecting payments
TRA has announced that the TRA payment gateway within the TRA online portal will be undergoing a period of routine maintenance from 11:00 PM on Saturday, 7 March 2020 till 6:00 AM on Sunday, 8 March 2020 Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT).
During this time, users will be unable to make payments for TRA services. Normal service will resume at the conclusion of this maintenance window.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for skills assessment with TRA.
March 6th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs Update: COVID-19 (Novel coronavirus) and Australian visas:
Travel restrictions:
- Foreign nationals (excluding permanent residents of Australia) who have been in the following countries will not be allowed to enter Australia for 14 days from the time they have left or transited through:
- mainland China
- Iran
- Republic of Korea.
- Australian citizens and permanent residents will still be able to enter, as well as their immediate family members (spouses, legal guardians or dependents only). They will be required to self-isolate at home for 14 days from the day they left China, Iran or the Republic of Korea.
In addition, travelers from Italy will be subject to enhanced border screening processes.
- Australia will deny entry to anyone who has left or transited a country where there are travel restrictions within the previous 14 days, with the exception of:
- Australian citizens
- permanent residents
- New Zealand citizens resident in Australia
- immediate family members of Australian citizens and permanent residents including spouses, minor dependants and legal guardians
- diplomats.
Temporary visa holders outside Australia:
- Temporary visa holders who are ineligible for entry into Australia and are not exempt under one of the categories will have their visa considered for cancellation if they attempt to travel to Australia.
- If you think your visa may have been canceled under enhanced border control measures, please email visa.cancellations@homeaffairs.gov.au with your details including full name, date of birth and passport number.
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has raised its travel advisories for the following countries:
- China – do not travel
- Iran – do not travel
- Daegu, Republic of Korea – do not travel
Please educate all your clients before booking the tickets to check the home affairs website or contact them to know about the current travel restrictions.
March 5th, 2020:
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) Skills Assessment Update: New Online Application Process:
TRA has announced that from 18 March 2020, Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) will be moving to a new online application process for the Migration Skills Assessment (MSA) and the Migration Points Advice (MPA) programs.
Applications for MSA or MPA programs are to be submitted through the TRA Online Portal accessed via the TRA website. We don’t have to send documents through e-mail anymore.
MSA or MPA applications submitted by email prior to 18 March 2020 will not be affected by these changes and the application will be processed.
Updates to MSA and MPA Applicant Guidelines:
The Applicant Guidelines for MSA & MPA will be updated to reflect the new application processes. The eligibility requirements remain the same for both programs, however, there is a minor change for both programs with the evidence required for self-employment arrangements.
As from 18 March 2020, TRA will not be accepting applications under the previous version of the Guidelines.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for TRA Skills Assessment or Points Test.
March 2nd, 2020:
- Visa type & validity – Temporary (Provisional) visa – five years validity
- Regional Area Restriction – Requires the applicant to live, work and study (where relevant) in designated regional areas for the complete 5 years
- Visa holders can move between regional areas of various states
- Restriction from applying – Prevents visa holder from applying any other Australia skilled migration visa for at least three years – the applicant cannot apply under 124, 858, 132, 186, 188, 189, 190 & 820 Partner (Temporary)
- Pathway to PR- 491 subclass can be converted to PR after working for 3 years in 5 years with a minimum taxable income threshold of AUD53, 900 per annum under 191 subclass pathway. As a part of 191 subclass applicant can stay, work & study anywhere in Australia.
- Medicare – applicants can enroll for Medicare
- International School Fee: DHA has stated that International School Fee for Child education may be waived off or concessions if any may be provided by respective state for children of 491 subclass visa holders. This depends upon the state and they have to take a decision regarding the fee waiver or concessions if any.
March 2nd, 2020:
AIQS Skills Assessment Update: Change in the Skills Assessment fee effective March 2020
AIQS has announced that as of 12:01 am (Sydney – Eastern Standard Daylight Saving Time) 1 March 2020, the following fees are applicable:
Assessment Fee – AUD 655.00 +GST
Re-assessment Fee (only applicable within two years of the date of the original positive assessment) – AU$350.00 + GST
Administrative Fee (Deposit) – AUD100 + GST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AIQS.
March 2nd, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
133411- Manufacturer- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; Research job opportunities for your particular specialisation; 85 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
323214- Metal Machinist (First Class) -Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
March 2nd, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 02/03/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 2 March 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 110
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 14 December 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 131
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
- 65 point Matrix submitted on or before 1 January 2020
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 24 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 171
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 November 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 79
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
Invitation date: 7 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 135 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 October 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 82
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
ACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 17th March 2020
For further details, Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
Feb 28th, 2020:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: Temporarily Unavailable
Engineers Australia website is having technical difficulties and is currently unavailable.
They are aware of the issue and are working hard to fix it.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
Feb 27th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254412 -Registered Nurse (Aged Care) -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions- ANMAC
342311 -Business Machine Mechanic- Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5) -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Feb 25th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
241111- Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for offshore applicants -AITSL
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Feb 24th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121221 -Vegetable Grower -Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Feb 24th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 24/02/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 24 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 171
- All Matrix submitted: 110 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 30 November 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 79
- All Matrix submitted: 95 to 70 points
lease note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 7 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 135 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 October 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 82
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
ACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 12th March 2020
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Feb 21st, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: COVID-19 TRAVEL BAN
Impact of COVID-19 (Corona) travel ban on applicants for ACT 491 / 190 nomination
As we are aware that all Canberra Residents for ACT nomination must meet the eligibility criteria of 3 months in case of 491 & 6 months in case of 190 subclass at the date of Matrix submission as per the guidelines. However, if an applicant’s return to Canberra is delayed due to the COVID-19 travel ban, they:
- will meet the ACT’s continuous residence’ eligibility criteria for the period of the travel ban and should include supporting documentation to evidence the impact of the delayed return (e.g. evidence of cancelled flights, employer agreement to accept the extended absence as unpaid leave, etc.).
- Applicants will still be required to meet the 3 or 6 months employment criteria (either before and/or after their return to Canberra) before the Matrix can be submitted.
Example:
A 491 applicant worked for 9 weeks in Canberra and went back to China for 2 weeks (on paid annual leave). Due to the travel ban, they are forced to take unpaid leave before returning to Canberra and resuming employment:
- They can submit a 491 Matrix after working another two weeks on their return to Canberra: 9 weeks work prior to departure + 2 weeks paid leave + 2 weeks work on their return to Canberra = 13 weeks continuous employment (the period of unpaid leave due to the travel ban will be ignored).
Feb 20th, 2020:
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
249214 -Music Teacher (Private Tuition) -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; Preparedness to self-employ; 75 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 20th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 8:30pm Friday 28 February and 12pm Saturday 29 February 2020 AEDT
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa.
Feb 19th, 2020:
How to apply:
1) Submit EOI
2) Fill the relevant application
3) Make the payment of AUD300 for Offshore applicants & AUD330 for NSW Residents ONLINE.
4) Send all the documents through e-mail to NSW Treasury with a limit of 50 MB & ONLY ONE e-mail. The subject line should have EOI number_Sur Name_ Given Name_DOB.
Intended Regional Area in NSW:
While filling the relevant application form there is a question where the applicant has to choose the Regional Area within NSW among the following:
- Central Coast
- Central West
- Far West
- Far South Coast
- Hunter
- Illawara
- Mid North Coast
- Murray
- Northern Inland
- Northern Rivers
- Orana
- Riverina
- Southern Inland
NOTE: Now you have to educate all your clients that they should research in advance regarding the above regions and be prepared to choose the region where they want to migrate. This has to be filled in the application and is mandatory.
Feb 19th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
222112 -Finance Broker- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus -English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for offshore applicants- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 17th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
132511 -Research and Development Manager- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for chain migration category- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 14th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
252411 -Occupational Therapist -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- OTC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass
Feb 13th, 2020:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: System Maintenance
Engineers Australia has announced that there will be System Maintenance.
MyPortal will not be available on Thursday, 13 Feb 2019 from 8:00 pm to Friday, 14 Feb 8:00 am (AEDT).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
Feb 11th, 2020:
NSW State Sponsorship 190 subclass Update: Change in the NSW Priority Skilled Occupations List
NSW has made the changes to the 190 subclass NSW Priority Skilled Occupation List.
The following are the changes to the list:
Status of the following Occupations has been changed from LOW to LIMITED availability:
132111 Corporate Services Manager
132311 Human Resource Manager
133111 Construction Project Manager
134299 Health and Welfare Services Managers nec
141311 Hotel or Motel Manager
224113 Statistician
225311 Public Relations Professional
233214 Structural Engineer
233913 Biomedical Engineer
234611 Medical Laboratory Scientist
241411 Secondary School Teacher
262112 ICT Security Specialist
263213 ICT Systems Test Engineer
311213 Medical Laboratory Technician
312111 Architectural Draftsperson
322311 Metal Fabricator
323211 Fitter (General)
Status of the following Occupations has been changed from MEDIUM to LOW availability:
135112 ICT Project Manager
221111 Accountant (General)
225113 Marketing Specialist
232411 Graphic Designer
261311 Analyst Programmer
263212 ICT Support Engineer
Status of the following Occupations has been changed from HIGH to MEDIUM availability:
261112 Systems Analyst
272613 Welfare Worker
321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
341111 Electrician (General)
351411 Cook (excludes positions in Fast Food or Takeaway Food Service)
511112 Program or Project Administrator
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NSW under 190 subclass.
Feb 11th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
252511 -Physiotherapist -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 3 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- APC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 07th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix:
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 07/02/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 7 February 2020
ACT 190 Nomination – invitations issued: 83
- All Matrix submitted: 135 to 75 points
- 70 point Matrix submitted on or before 31 October 2019
ACT 491 Nomination – invitations issued: 82
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
ACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 24th February 2020
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 06th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
351411 -Cook -Low Availability- Competent English; -Provisional 491 visa only; 75 points required for offshore applicants; See additional instructions- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 06th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 am and 8 am on Wednesday 12 February 2020 AEDT (GMT +11)
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa.
Feb 05th, 2020:
From February 1 2020, Australia has introduced new immigration procedures restricting travellers from entering the country if they have travelled to or through China.
If you are scheduled to travel to Australia in the coming days and weeks, here are a few important points to keep in mind about Australia’s travel restrictions.
Australia has banned foreign nationals (excluding permanent residents of Australia) from entering the country if they have been in or transited through mainland China after February 1, 2020.
Many students from India travel through China and Chinese airlines so we have asked them to be cautious and keep up with the news to know the latest advisory,”
Feb 05th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
251211 -Medical Diagnostic Radiographer- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- ASMIRT
313112- ICT Customer Support Officer- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 03rd, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121221- Vegetable Grower- Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Feb 03rd, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs Update: Travel Restrictions
Alert:
Travel restrictions to Australia are currently in place – see the Department’s website prior to travel and for the latest information.
Important notice:
Applicants in mainland China should not apply for an eVisitor at this time due to strict new travel restrictions implemented on 1 February 2020 to minimise the potential spread of Novel Coronavirus.
If you are an immediate family member of either an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may apply for a Visitor Visa (Subclass 600).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
Feb 01st, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121313 -Dairy Cattle Farmer -Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Jan 31st, 2020:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 10/01/2020
Please find attached the reports published for the invitation round that took place on 10/01/2020. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 378 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 215 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 14 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 240 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 55 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 299 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 187 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 126 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 221 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 136 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 348 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 1156 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 252 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 345 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 171 already invited
Jan 31st, 2020:
Western Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations under review on the Western Australian Skilled Migration occupation list (WASMOL)
Western Australia has announced that a number of occupations on the Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List are now under review due to the high number of expressions of interest by applicants for these nominated occupations.
The occupations under review are:
- General Practitioner (ANZSCO 253111);
- Registered Nurse (Community Health) (ANZSCO 254414);
- Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) (ANZSCO 254415);
- Registered Nurse (Mental Health) (ANZSCO 254422); and
- Registered Nurse (Perioperative) (ANZSCO 254423).
Invitations to apply for WA State nomination for these occupations will be limited. Applicants who have already received an invitation, the application will not be affected.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Western Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Jan 31st, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121313 -Dairy Cattle Farmer -Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Jan 30th, 2020:
ANZSCO new website is coming up in June 2020
Jan 30th, 2020:
NSW State Sponsorship Update: 491 subclass nomination process:
NSW has announced that applications for NSW nomination for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) will OPEN SHORTLY.
The 491 visas will be managed entirely within the NSW Government and applications can be made directly to NSW Treasury.
Earlier we used to apply with the respective region for 489 subclass nominations.
NSW nomination requirements:
Criteria for applicants living and working in regional NSW:
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 1 Regional Skilled Occupation List AND
2) Working in the nominated occupation, for at least the last 12 months AND
3) Have been living in a designated regional area in NSW, for at least the last 12 months.
Criteria for Offshore applicants:
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 2 Regional Skilled Occupation List
2) Residing outside Australia, and;
a) Have an offer for ongoing employment in a designated regional area in NSW,
OR
b) Have at least five years of skilled employment in your nominated occupation or a closely related occupation*
OR
c) Have an immediate family member living in a designated regional area in NSW.
Criteria fo recently completed the study in regional NSW:
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 2 Regional Skilled Occupation List
2) Have studied within the last 12 months in a designated regional area in NSW, and the qualification is highly relevant.
POPUlAR Occupations listed in Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) – NSW Stream 2 – Offshore applicants
132111Corporate Services Manager
133111Construction Project Manager
132511Research and Development Manager
133211Engineering Manager
135112ICT Project Manager
139914Quality Assurance Manager
141111Cafe or Restaurant Manager***
141311Hotel or Motel Manager
149212Customer Service Manager
149913Facilities Manager
149914Financial Institution Branch Manager
222112Finance Broker
222113Insurance Broker
222311Financial Investment Adviser
223111Human Resource Adviser
223112Recruitment Consultant
223211ICT Trainer
224113Statistician
224711Management Consultant
224712Organisation and Methods Analyst
224999Information and Organisation Professionals nec
225111Advertising Specialist
225112Market Research Analyst
225213ICT Sales Representative
232111Architect
232311Fashion Designer
232411Graphic Designer
232414Web Designer
233211Civil Engineer
233213Quantity Surveyor
234211Chemist
241411Secondary Schoolÿ Teacher
241213Primary School Teacher
351112Pastrycook
How to apply:
1) Submit EOI
2) Fill the relevant application
3) Make the payment of AUD300 for Offshore applicants & AUD330 for NSW Residents ONLINE.
4) Send all the documents through e-mail to NSW Treasury with a limit of 50 MB & ONLY ONE e-mail.
Documents Required:
1) Application form
2) Passport
3) Qualification documents
4) Signed Reference letters on letterhead of the company
5) Payslips & Bank Statements
6) Skills Assessment letter
7) English Language Test report
8) EOI PDFs
9) Application fee receipt
10) Other documents
Jan 28th, 2020:
ACWA Skills Assessment Update: Temporary hold on application processing
Australia Community Workers Association (ACWA) has announced that they are placing a temporary hold on applications under the occupation – COMMUNITY WORKER ANZSCO 411711
- No new applications will be accepted under this occupation after 31 January 2020.
- This decision will be reviewed in March.
- Pending applications will be processed as usual.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for skills assessment with ACWA.
Jan 27th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121313 -Dairy Cattle Farmer -Low Availability -Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Jan 24th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 23/01/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
ACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Please note ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 10th February 2020
Jan 23rd, 2020:
Australia Day Public Holiday Update:
All the authorities will be closed on Monday, 27th January 2020 for the Australia Day public holiday and will reopen on Tuesday, 28th January 2020.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for an Australia visa.
Jan 23rd, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 23/01/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 23 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 251
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 75 points
ACT 491 nomination: Invitations Issued: 161
- All Matrix submitted: 120 to 70 points
Please note ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 200
- All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
- Invitations Issued: 75
- All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 10th February 2020
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Jan 22nd, 2020:
AACA (Architects Accreditation Council of Australia) Skills Assessment: Documents & other requirements
Bachelor’s in Architecture – minimum 5 years (this should not include any training, practicals or internship in the curriculum). AACA only assesses academic qualifications that have been obtained by coursework. The practical should be after 10 semesters.
Below are the 6 core units to consider the qualification as equivalent to AACA accredited.
- Design Studies and Design Integration
- Documentation and Technical Studies
- History and Theory Studies
- Practice and Project Management, Implementation and User Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Communication Studies
- Relevant Elective Studies & other subjects
Documents Required: All the original documents scans must be in pdf format, in colour and at a resolution of at least 300 dpi
- Completed application form online
- Cover Letter
- Evidence of Name Change (if applicable)
- Signed Authorization Letter (if you are using an Agent)
- Evidence of Registration as an Architect in English (if applicable)
- Academic Qualifications:
-
- Degree Certificate Original
- Degree Certificate Translation Original (if applicable)
- Academic Transcript Original
- Academic Transcript Translation Original (if applicable)
- Diploma Supplement Original (if applicable)
- Diploma Supplement Translation Original (if applicable)
- Syllabus copy of the Architectural qualifications
- Self-Assessment Matrix
- Applicant’s Declaration Form
- English language proficiency (IELTS general or academic) with an overall band score 6.5 or above (valid for 3 years) if the qualification has studied in any other language than English.
- Experience letters with roles & responsibilities (not mandatory as they don’t assess the experience)
- Application fee
NOTE: Please note that the submission of fraudulent documents will result in an immediate rejection of the application, a life-time ban on applying for any assessment with AACA, and reporting of your details to the Department of Home Affairs for further investigation.
Jan 21st, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
322313 -Welder (First Class) -Low Availability- Competent English; -Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5) -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass visas.
Jan 20th, 2020:
Vetassess Skills Assessment General Occupations: Organizational Charts & Projects Information
In case of all the Managerial Occupations and the following occupations the Organization Charts are mandatory:
Management Consultant, Marketing Specialist, Internal Auditor and Program or Project Administrator occupations
Evidence of Projects is mandatory in case of Management Consultant and Program or Project Administrator occupations. Project List Template has to be filled & provided in case of these occupations.
Please note that there is a change in criteria for the few of the General Occupations and any reviews and reassessments lodged after 7 January 2020 will be assessed based on new criteria.
Jan 20th, 2020:
AACA (Architects Accreditation Council of Australia) Skills Assessment: Documents & other requirements
Below are the 6 core units to consider the qualification as equivalent to AACA accredited.
- Design Studies and Design Integration
- Documentation and Technical Studies
- History and Theory Studies
- Practice and Project Management, Implementation and User Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Communication Studies
- Relevant Elective Studies & other subjects
Documents Required: All the original documents scans must be in pdf format, in colour and at a resolution of at least 300 dpi
- Completed application form online
- Cover Letter
- Evidence of Name Change (if applicable)
- Signed Authorization Letter (if you are using an Agent)
- Evidence of Registration as an Architect in English (if applicable)
- Academic Qualifications
- Degree Certificate Original
- Degree Certificate Translation Original (if applicable)
- Academic Transcript Original
- Academic Transcript Translation Original (if applicable)
- Diploma Supplement Original (if applicable)
- Diploma Supplement Translation Original (if applicable)
- Syllabus copy of the Architectural qualifications
- Self-Assessment Matrix
- Applicant’s Declaration Form
- English language proficiency (IELTS general or academic) with an overall band score 6.5 or above (valid for 3 years) if the qualification has studied in any other language than English.
- Experience letters with roles & responsibilities
- Application fee
NOTE: Please note that the submission of fraudulent documents will result in an immediate rejection of the application, a life-time ban on applying for any assessment with AACA, and reporting of your details to the Department of Home Affairs for further investigation.
Jan 20th, 2020:
ACS Skills Assessment: Statutory Declarations Requirements
Please note that acceptance of Statutory Declarations or Affidavits in place of experience letters with roles will be subject to the verification and at discretion of the ACS and noted to the Department of Home Affairs for authentication against fraud and plagiarism.
The following Statutory Declarations or Affidavits are NOT suitable:
• Does NOT contain words to the effect Sworn Before or Signed Before or Witnessed Before.
• From a junior colleague
• Stating the referee agrees with what the applicant has written in another document
• Stamp and signature of Notary Public does not state that the referee’s signature is witnessed
• Signature of Notary Public only states Attested Copy.
• The declaration is NOT witnessed on the same day
• Duties copy and pasted directly from ANZSCO will not be accepted
In addition to the statutory declarations the service letters of the applicant & the Supervisor or Manager signing the declaration is required. Further an explanation from the company on the letterhead of the company as to why they are unable to provide the roles & responsibilities in their official letter head.
It is completely up to the discretion of the ACS case officers to accept the declarations & other documents and they may ask for any document.
Payment Evidence Documents:
At least 2 out of the following payment evidence documents for all the years of employment is mandatory:
- Income tax returns and form-16s and any other taxation documents for all the years
- Payslips each per quarter for all the years
- PF Statements or superannuation statements for all the years
- Bank statements with salary credits for all the years
Jan 18th, 2020:
I would like to draw your kind attention to the new update from VETASSESS Skills Assessment Authority (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services) .
- Internal Auditor – 221214
- Management Consultant – 224711
- Marketing Specialist – 225113
- Program or Project Administrator – 511112
- Should properly check under which group(Group A, B, C, D, E and F) is the occupation listed, please find enclosed latest pdf
- Is client meeting the minimum Eligibility Criteria of the relevant group
- Is there an Information Sheet provided for the occupation
- Is there is need to provide Organization Chart
Jan 17th, 2020:
ACS Skills Assessment Update: Amendment to the documents requirements
ACS has amended its guidelines and the following documentation is mandatory in case of applicants applying with Reference Declarations.
We all know that a service letter of the client and the Supervisor or Manager is required along with the Reference Declaration. Further, it has now been amended that they also want an explanation from the employer on official company letterhead as to why an experience letter with roles & responsibilities cannot be provided in addition to the service letters.
Jan 16th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254425 -Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 5 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Jan 16th, 2020:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Delay in Processing the Applications
Vetassess has confirmed that they are currently experiencing processing delays due to a significant increase in the number of applications that they usually receive.
They have stated that as they work to return the application process to the normal timeframes.
They aim to have the applications allocated to assessors within the next 10 business days.
Appeal cases may take longer than this as they rely on the advice from external and independent bodies.
Jan 16th, 2020:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 am and 8 am on Wednesday 22 January 2020 AEDT (GMT +11)
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
Jan 13th, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121411 -Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only- VETASSESS
351311- Chef- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Jan 09th, 2020:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: English Language Requirement Exemption for Skills Assessment
Engineers Australia requires the English language requirement to be met before the skills assessment. It accepts IELTS (General or Academic), PTE (Academic) and TOEFL only. The requirement is 6 in each band of IELTS or equivalent on PTE or TOEFL and should have been taken up within the last 2 years.
The following applicants may be exempted from the requirement to provide an English language test:
- Applicants who lived and was educated (primary, secondary and tertiary education) in the country where the official language is English: Australia, New Zealand, US, UK, Ireland and Canada (excluding Quebec).
- Applicants who have completed an Australian undergraduate engineering qualification or a 2 year Master degree (92 weeks full time) or Ph.D. program at an Australian university.
NOTE:
- Exemptions are case by case basis decisions. Engineers Australia has the right to request an English language test result at any stage of the skills assessment.
- For PTE ACADEMIC, the applicant must send score through Pearson’s online secure portal to “Engineers Australia – Admissions (the one with ‘Barton’ address)” so that they can verify the result.
Jan 09th, 2020:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 09/01/2020. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND:
Invitation date: 9 January 2020
ACT 190 nomination:
Invitations Issued: 200
All Matrix submitted: 145 to 80 points
ACT 491 nomination:
Invitations Issued: 75
All Matrix submitted: 125 to 75 points
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after the submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
Invitation date: 25 November 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 114
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 75 points
Invitation date: 8 November 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 70
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 75 points
Invitation date: 24 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 528
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
- 60 point matrix submitted on or after 24 April 2019 and on or before 10 June 2019
Invitation date: 14 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 402
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
60 point matrix submitted on or after 14 April 2019 and on or before 30 April 2019
Invitation date: 9 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 220
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 31 July 2019
Invitation date: 27 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 124
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 120 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 1 July 2019
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 24th January 2020
Jan 08th, 2020:
NSW – Regional Sponsorship under 491 subclass Update: EOI submission
Applications for NSW nomination for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) will open in mid-January 2020.
Payment links will be made available on their website after applications have opened. Any documents submitted before applications have opened will NOT be considered.
The 491 subclass visa will be managed entirely within the NSW Government and applications can be made directly to the NSW Treasury. We don’t have to approach any Regional Authority for the nomination process.
NOTE: Please don’t submit the EOIs currently. Further, you may fill & keep it ready, saved, if there is no date reflecting. Submit the EOI only once the payment links are available on the website.
Jan 06th, 2020:
Vetassess Skills Assessment (General Occupations) Update: Group – F added and occupations have been shuffled
Vetassess has added one more group named it as Group – F. Also there is a change in the criteria for the few of the occupations as they have been shifted to different groups.
Group F – Skills Assessment Criteria:
Qualification/s assessed at least AQF Certificate II with a highly relevant field of study and at least one year of postqualification highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years;
OR
Qualification/s assessed at Australian Certificate II without a highly relevant field of study and at least two years of post-qualification highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years;
The occupations that are assessed under this group:
361199 Animal Attendants and Trainers nec
452312 Gymnastics Coach or Instructor
452317 Other Sports Coach or Instructor
361113 Pet Groomer
399915 Photographer’s Assistant
452315 Swimming Coach or Instructor
452316 Tennis Coach
Group E – Skills Assessment Criteria:
Qualification(s) assessed at AQF Diploma level with a highly relevant field of study and at least one year of postqualification highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years.
The occupations that are assessed under this group:
311211 Anaesthetic Technician
311212 Cardiac Technician
311299 Medical Technicians nec
311215 Pharmacy Technician
Jan 02nd, 2020:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
272115- Student Counsellor -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
For further details, Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
Dec 31st, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
222112- Finance Broker- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 30th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254422 -Registered Nurse (Mental Health)- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass visa.
Dec 24th, 2019:
Proposed Changes to the Skilled Migration Occupation Lists (MLTSSL, STSOL, ROL) effective March 2020:
The following are the proposed changes to the occupation lists which will be consulted & discussed further with the stakeholders. These changes may take place in March 2020.
NOTE: The below changes may or may not take place. This is just a proposal that is being initiated by the Australian Government. Please don’t communicate & confirm with any of the clients unless they ask you specifically, as these changes are only at very initial stages. We have to wait for an update from DHA.
Occupations that will be MOVED From STSOL & ROL to MLTSSL:
131112 Sales and Marketing Manager
135112 ICT Project Manager (includes Blockchain Planner/Manager)
224999 Information and Organisation Professionals nec
599612 Insurance Loss Adjuster
133612 Procurement Manager
231213 Ship’s Master
Occupations that will be ADDED to STSOL, currently they are not listed in any of the lists:
221212 Corporate Treasurer
423111 Aged or Disabled Carer
423312 Nursing Support Worker
423313 Personal Care Assistant
Occupations that will be REMOVED from all the lists:
272111 Careers Counsellor
324212 Vehicle Trimmer
342311 Business Machine Mechanic
361199 Animal Attendants and Trainers nec
362211 Gardener (General)
391111 Hairdresser
394213 Wood Machinist
411611 Massage Therapist
411711 Community Worker
452311 Diving Instructor (Open Water)
452312 Gymnastics Coach or Instructor
Occupations that will be MOVED to STSOL from MLTSSL & ROL
321111 Automotive Electrician
321213 Motorcycle Mechanic
323313 Locksmith
332211 Painting Trades Worker
333111 Glazier
333411 Wall and Floor Tiler
394111 Cabinetmaker
142115 Post Office Manager
312511 Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
612115 Real Estate Representative
Occupations that will be MOVED to ROL from STSOL:
234411 Geologist
Dec 24th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234412 -Geophysicist- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 139914 -Quality Assurance Manager- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
- 225499 -Technical Sales Representatives nec -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5) -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 20th, 2019:
NSW-491 subclass nomination requirements & the process:
Applications for NSW nomination for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) will OPEN in mid-January 2020.
Criteria for applicants living and working in regional NSW:
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 1 Regional Skilled Occupation List AND
2) Working in the nominated occupation, for at least the last 12 months AND
3) Have been living in a regional area in NSW, for at least the last 12 months.
Criteria for Offshore applicants:
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 2 Regional Skilled Occupation List
2) Residing outside Australia, and;
a) Have an offer for ongoing employment in a designated regional area in NSW,
OR
b) Have at least five years of skilled employment in your nominated occupation or a closely related occupation
OR
c) Have an immediate family member living in a designated regional area in NSW.
Criteria fo recently completed the study in regional NSW
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 2 Regional Skilled Occupation List
2) Have studied within the last 12 months in a designated regional area in NSW, and the qualification is highly relevant.
Documents Required:
1) Application form
2) Passport
3) Qualification documents
4) Signed Reference letters on letterhead of the company
5) Payslips & Bank Statements
6) Skills Assessment letter
7) English Language Test report
8) EOI PDFs
9) Application fee receipt
10) Other documents
How to apply:
1) Submit EOI choose NSW as a state
2) Fill the relevant application
3) Make the payment of AUD300 for Offshore applicants & AUD330 for NSW Residents ONLINE.
4) Send all the documents through e-mail to NSW Treasury with a limit of 50 MB & ONLY ONE e-mail.
How to draft the e-mail to NSW Treasury:
The subject line for the email must be in the following format:
EOI number_SURNAME_Given name_DOB
For example: E0123456789_SMITH_John_01/01/1990
How to include the supporting Documents:
- Attach supporting documents in PDF format ONLY
- E-mail can include up to 50MB of supporting documents.
- If the sizes of supporting documents are greater than this, attach most important documents only.
- A case officer will contact if they require further information when assessing the application.
When to Expedite the Nomination Process under 491 subclass:
The nomination process is expedited only in case if the applicant’s skills assessment report expiry or English language report expiry or reduction in points due to age or other factors.
How to Request to Expedite the Nomination Process under 491 subclass:
- To request that application be expedited, please send an email to: skilled.migration@treasury.nsw.gov.au.
- The subject of the email must be in the format: Request to expedite – EOI number – visa subclass 491
- Email must include the EOI number, full name and evidence of visa expiry date, skills assessment expiry date, English language test expiry date or reduction in points score.
Dec 20th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254412 -Registered Nurse (Aged Care)- Low Availability Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -5 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 19th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
272115 -Student Counsellor -Low Availability Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall);- Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 19th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 19/12/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
The nomination process for 491 subclass will start from 1 January 2020 and there is a new occupations list applicable from 1 January 2020.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 19 December 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 54
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 90 points
Please note ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 25 November 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 114
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 75 points
Invitation date: 8 November 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 70
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 75 points
Invitation date: 24 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 528
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
- 60 point matrix submitted on or after 24 April 2019 and on or before 10 June 2019
Invitation date: 14 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 402
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
60 point matrix submitted on or after 14 April 2019 and on or before 30 April 2019
Invitation date: 9 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 220
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 31 July 2019
Invitation date: 27 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 124
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 120 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 1 July 2019
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 16th January 2020
HOLIDAY CLOSURE PERIOD
The ACT Skilled Migration office is closed from Tuesday 24 December 2019 until Monday 6 January 2020.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 19th, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/12/2019
Please find attached the reports published for the invitation round that took place on 11/12/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 280 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 159 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 11 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 228 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 39 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 223 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 146 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 90 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 164 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 100 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 255 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 858 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 131 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 254 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 134 already invited
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa.
Dec 19th, 2019:
Northern Territory State Sponsorship Update: Changes to the Occupations List
The following are the changes that have been made to the Occupations List for State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses.
The following occupations REMOVED from the list:
233911 Aeronautical Engineer
234111 Agricultural Consultant
312212 Civil Engineering Technician
262111 Database Administrator
221213 External Auditor
132211 Finance Manager
332111 Floor Finisher
234113 Forester
225212 ICT Business Development Manager
313112 ICT Customer Support Officer
313199 ICT Support Technicians nec
121399 Livestock Farmers nec
224711 Management Consultant
121411 Mixed Crop And Livestock Farmer
134213 Primary Health Organisation Manager
272612 Recreation Officer
452321 Sports Development Officer
221113 Taxation Accountant
241111* Teacher, Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School)
241512* Teacher of the Hearing Impaired
241599* Teacher, Special Education nec
313113 Web Administrator
232414 Web Designer
261212Web Developer
The following occupations ADDED to the list:
253211 Anaesthetist Subclass 491 only
261311 Analyst Programmer – Subclass 491 only
312111 Architectural Draftsperson
252711 Audiologist
399512 Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video)
141211 Caravan Park and Camping Ground Manager – Subclass 491 only
253312 Cardiologist
331211 Carpenter and Joiner
134111 Child Care Centre Manager
252111 Chiropractor
233211 Civil Engineer
312211 Civil Engineering Draftsperson
599915 Clinical Coder – Subclass 491 only
272611 Community Arts Worker – Subclass 491 only
312114 Construction Estimator – Subclass 491 only
511111 Contract Administrator
252311 Dental Specialist
411213 Dental Technician
411214 Dental Therapist – Subclass 491 only
252312 Dentist – Subclass 491 only
253911 Dermatologist
253917 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist
451211 Driving Instructor – Subclass 491 only
241111 Early Childhood (Pre Primary School) Teacher
249111 Education Adviser
134499 Education Managers (nec)
233311 Electrical Engineer
312312 Electrical Engineering Technician
253912 Emergency Medicine Specialist
233999 Engineering Professionals (nec)
234312 Environmental Consultant
234313 Environmental Research Scientist
272113 Family and Marriage Counsellor
451815 First Aid Trainer – Subclass 491 only
399212 Gas or Petroleum Operator – Subclass 491 only
234411 Geologist
234412 Geophysicist
233212 Geotechnical Engineer
232411 Graphic Designer
251911 Health Promotion Officer
251511 Hospital Pharmacist
132311 Human Resource Manager
263212 ICT Support Engineer
263213 ICT Systems Test Engineer
611211 Insurance Agent
253317 Intensive Care Specialist
232511 Interior Designer
272412 Interpreter
331213Joiner
312511 Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson – Subclass 491 only
251211 Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
253314 Medical Oncologist
312912 Metallurgical or Materials Technician
234912 Metallurgist
241311 Middle School Teacher (AUS) / Intermediate School Teacher (NZ)
254111Midwife
312913 Mine Deputy
233611 Mining Engineer (Excluding Petroleum)
253318 Neurologist
253513 Neurosurgeon
253913 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
251312 Occupational Health and Safety Adviser
253914 Ophthalmologist
251411 Optometrist
224712 Organisation and Methods Analyst
253514 Orthopaedic Surgeon
232214 Other Spatial Scientist
253515 Otorhinolaryngologist
253321 Paediatrician
351112 Pastrycook
253915 Pathologist
233612 Petroleum Engineer
322312 Pressure Welder
241213 Primary School Teacher
133511 Production Manager (Forestry)
133513 Production Manager (Mining)
253411 Psychiatrist
272399 Psychologists (nec)
139914 Quality Assurance Manager
223112 Recruitment Consultant
253322 Renal Medicine Specialist
253112 Resident Medical Officer
272499 Social Professionals (nec)
271311 Solicitor
251214 Sonographer
241599 Special Education Teachers (nec)
139999 Specialist Managers (nec) except:
(a) Ambassador; or
(b) Archbishop; or
(c) Bishop
253311 Specialist Physician (General Medicine)
253399 Specialist Physicians (nec)
272115 Student Counsellor
253511 Surgeon (General)
312116 Surveying or Spatial Science Technician – Subclass 491 only
249311* Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
241512* Teacher of the Hearing Impaired
212317 Technical Director
263311 Telecommunications Engineer
263312 Telecommunications Network Engineer
253324 Thoracic Medicine Specialist
224512 Valuer
223113 Workplace Relations Adviser – Subclass 491 only
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NT under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 18th, 2019:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Change in Criteria for few occupations
The following are the changes relating to various occupations that assessed by Vetassess:
There will be a change in the criteria for a few of the occupations.
Revised Criteria for the following General Occupations effective 7th January 2020:
361199 Animal Attendants and Trainers nec – Moved from Group D to F
411211 Dental Hygienist – Moved from Group E to A
411214 Dental Therapist – Moved from Group E to A
452312 Gymnastics Coach or Instructor – Moved from Group D to F
411112 Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic – Moved from Group C to A
232511 Interior Designer – Moved from Group B to C
452317 Other Sports Coach or Instructor – Moved from Group D to F
311214 Operating Theatre Technician – Moved from Group E to D
361113 Pet Groomer – Moved from Group D to F
211311 Photographer – Moved from Group B to C
399915 Photographer’s Assistant – Moved from Group D to F
452316 Tennis Coach – Moved from Group D to F
452315 Swimming Coach or Instructor – Moved from Group D to F
Priority Processing Refund:
Vetassess has announced that the Terms of Service for the Priority Processing Refund will change on 2 January 2020.
General Occupations Update:
They are currently updating the VETASSESS website’s resources with more information about skills assessment requirements for professional occupations.
As part of this process, they will add information about the specific documentation requirements for many of the professional occupations on the VETASSESS website. This includes information about qualification relevance for different occupations, as well as factors to consider, that differentiate one occupation from another, which may be helpful before you nominate an occupation for skills assessment.
DAMA Update:
Please note that VETASSESS will no longer provide DAMA Skills Assessment Services for the occupations: 231212 Ship’s Engineer and 421111 Child Care Worker.
The occupations will now be assessed by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) and you can direct your enquiries and assessment requirements to these relevant bodies.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
Dec 17th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Christmas & New Year Closure
South Australia has announced that the Immigration SA office will close at 3:00 pm on Friday, 20 December 2019 for the holiday period.
They will reopen in the New Year at 9:00 am on Thursday, 2 January 2020.
Application submissions and online inquiries will remain OPEN during this time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 17th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
323211- Fitter (General) -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; -Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5)- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 16th, 2019:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Maintenance notice
Vetassess Skills Assessment Authority has announced Planned outage for system maintenance scheduled Monday, 16 December 2019 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Australian Eastern Daylight Time), during this time the service will be unavailable.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
Dec 16th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
313199 -ICT Support Technicians nec -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 13th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
351112- Pastry Cook- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only- TRA
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 12th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Website outage – Saturday 14 December to Sunday 15 December 2019
DHA has announced that the following websites will be unavailable between 2 pm Saturday 14 December and 9 am Sunday 15 December 2019 (AEDT):
- https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.disasterassist.gov.au/
- https://www.livingsafetogether.gov.au/
- https://www.nationalsecurity.gov.au/
- https://www.triplezero.gov.au/
- https://news.cicentre.gov.au/
- https://www.dvs.gov.au/
- https://www.organisationalresilience.gov.au/
- https://www.tisn.gov.au/
- https://www.abf.gov.au/
- https://emergency.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://osb.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidlittleproud/
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidcoleman
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/jasonwood/
- https://www.harmony.gov.au/
- https://cybersecuritystrategy.homeaffairs.gov.au/
During the outage, you can still access ImmiAccount, VEVO and TRS by going directly to their webpage. In addition, VEVO and TRS users are encouraged to download the relevant mobile app.
Dec 12th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
233215- Transport Engineer -Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -Engineers Australia
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 12th, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Small Business Owners Category
Queensland has announced that the 491 Small Business Owners (SBO) Pathway is now OPEN as of 11 December 2019.
This option can be used to reward small business owners in regional Queensland for investing in the local business community and provides employment opportunities for local residents.
NOTE: This pathway is only available to onshore applicants only i.e., applicants living in Regional Queensland.
The following are the requirements:
- have an occupation on DHA’s list & should have a positive skills assessment
- have prior business experience or qualifications to successfully run the business (or have previously been involved in a family-run business)
- be on a visa that allows full-time work and operation of the business for a minimum of 35 hours per week
- have purchased an existing business in regional Queensland (Note: not available for start-ups or home-based businesses)
- paid a minimum of $100,000 for the business
- have 100% ownership of the business (partnerships or joint ventures not eligible)
- be trading in the business for 6 months prior to application
- employ one (1) employee who is an Australian resident working a minimum of 20 hours per week
- provide evidence of sufficient settlement funds.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 491 subclass visa.
Dec 11th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
334111- Plumber (General)- Low Availability -Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5)- TRA
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass visa.
Dec 10th, 2019:
Northern Territory State Sponsorship Update: Offshore Applicants
Northern Territory authorities have confirmed that offshore applicants are eligible to apply for state sponsorship only under a 491 subclass visa. Currently, they are NOT eligible to apply under 190 subclass.
Dec 10th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
313111 -Hardware Technician -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- TRA
411411 -Enrolled Nurse -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only; 75 points required for offshore applicants; See additional instructions -ANMAC
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 10th, 2019:
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) Skills Assessment Authority Update: Christmas shutdown 2019
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has announced that it will be closed for the Christmas/New year period.
The TRA telephone enquiry line and email enquiry services will close at 4 pm, Monday 23 December 2019 and will reopen at 10 am Monday, 6 January 2020.
Please do not send enquiries to TRA during this period. Enquiries received during this period will not be actioned.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with TRA.
Dec 9th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
135199- ICT Managers nec -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for offshore applicants- ACS
254424 -Registered Nurse (Surgical)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -ANMAC
272511- Social Worker -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- AASW
323214 -Metal Machinist (First Class) -Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -TRA
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclass visa.
Dec 9th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
135199- ICT Managers nec -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 85 points required for offshore applicants- ACS
254424 -Registered Nurse (Surgical)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -ANMAC
272511- Social Worker -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- AASW
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass visa.
Dec 9th, 2019:
Western Australia State Sponsorship Update: Refreshed the Occupations Lists
As we know that there are the following Occupations Lists for Western Australia State Sponsorship to apply for nomination under 190 & 491 subclass visa.
1) 2019/20 Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL)
2) 2019/20 Graduate Occupation List (GOL)
NOTE: There is NO change in the list of occupations
From December 2019, the Graduate stream has been extended to include VET graduates who complete a qualification in Western Australia at Certificate III level or above.
There is NO change in the requirements for Western Australia State Sponsorship:
The following are the requirements to be met by the offshore applicants to apply under 190 & 491 subclass visa:
1) Have an occupation on Western Australian skilled migration occupation list
2) Meet the Department of Home Affairs requirements
3) Meet English requirements
4) Meet work experience requirement
5) Have an offer of employment from Western Australia Employer.
6) Demonstrate sufficient settlement funds
There is NO change in the application process & the fee.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Western Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Dec 9th, 2019:
NSW State Sponsorship Update: 491 subclass nomination process
NSW has announced that applications for NSW nomination for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) will OPEN in mid-January 2020.
The 491 visas will be managed entirely within the NSW Government and applications can be made directly to NSW Treasury.
Earlier we used to apply with the respective region for 489 subclass nominations.
NSW nomination requirements
Criteria for applicants living and working in regional NSW:
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 1 Regional Skilled Occupation List AND
2) Working in the nominated occupation, for at least the last 12 months AND
3) Have been living in a designated regional area in NSW, for at least the last 12 months.
Criteria for Offshore applicants:
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 2 Regional Skilled Occupation List
2) Residing outside Australia, and;
a) Have an offer for ongoing employment in a designated regional area in NSW,
OR
b) Have at least five years of skilled employment in your nominated occupation or a closely related occupation*
OR
c) Have an immediate family member living in a designated regional area in NSW.
Criteria fo recently completed the study in regional NSW
1) The nominated occupation should be listed in NSW Stream 2 Regional Skilled Occupation List
2) Have studied within the last 12 months in a designated regional area in NSW, and the qualification is highly relevant.
POPULAR Occupations listed in Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) – NSW Stream 2 – Offshore applicants
132111Corporate Services Manager
133111Construction Project Manager
132511Research and Development Manager
133211Engineering Manager
135112ICT Project Manager
139914Quality Assurance Manager
141111Cafe or Restaurant Manager***
141311Hotel or Motel Manager
149212Customer Service Manager
149913Facilities Manager
149914Financial Institution Branch Manager
222112Finance Broker
222113Insurance Broker
222311Financial Investment Adviser
223111Human Resource Adviser
223112Recruitment Consultant
223211ICT Trainer
224113Statistician
224711Management Consultant
224712Organisation and Methods Analyst
224999Information and Organisation Professionals nec
225111Advertising Specialist
225112Market Research Analyst
225213ICT Sales Representative
232111Architect
232311Fashion Designer
232411Graphic Designer
232414Web Designer
233211Civil Engineer
233213Quantity Surveyor
234211Chemist
241411Secondary Schoolÿ Teacher
241213Primary School Teacher
351112Pastrycook
Dec 9th, 2019:
Northern Territory State Sponsorship Update: Nomination Process now open
Northern Territory state has announced that the online application system for the Northern Territory nomination under subclass 491 and subclass 190 are now OPEN.
There is no change in the occupations list.
An online application process and an application fee of AUD300+GST is applicable.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NT under 190 & 491 subclass visa.
Dec 9th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 05:00am to 08:00am on Wednesday 11 December 2019 AEDT (GMT +11)
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
Dec 6th, 2019:
NSW-491 subclass Regional Authorities – Riverina & Northern Rivers Update:
Riverina Update:
Riverina which is one of the Regional Authorities that has participated earlier in sponsoring the 489 subclass visa has announced that RDA Riverina no longer process the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa subclass 491.
As per the above, we need to wait for an update from NSW as to how it is planning the nomination process for a 491 subclass visa.
Northern Rivers Update:
Northern Rivers which is one of the Regional Authorities that has participated earlier in sponsoring the 489 subclass visa has announced that RDA Northern Rivers will not be assessing the new Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) Visa.
All Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) Visa applications will be lodged directly with the NSW Government when open.
Dec 6th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
- 313199- ICT Support Technicians nec- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -TRA
- 323211- Fitter (General) -Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5) -TRA
- 351112 -Pastry Cook- Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only -TRA
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Dec 05th, 2019:
Engineers Australia: Registration of Engineers on National Engineering Register (NER)
Dec 05th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
234599- Life Scientists nec- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants -VETASSESS
323412 -Toolmaker -Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5) -TRA
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Dec 04th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 491 subclasses Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
234599 -Life Scientists nec- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- VETASSESS
311499 -Science Technicians nec -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- VETASSESS
313113 -Web Administrator -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 491 visa only – 190 nomination offered to applicants under specific circumstances only (see 3.5); See additional instructions; 75 points required for offshore applicants- ACS
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (95 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
Dec 04th, 2019:
ACS Skills Assessment Update: Christmas Holidays
ACS has announced that its office will be closed from 21 December 2019 and will re-open on Monday 6 January 2020. During this time applicants will still be able to submit a migration skills assessment application through the online portal. Emails received during this closure period will be responded to as soon as possible after they re-open.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with ACS.
Dec 04th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Change in State Sponsorship Requirements
Immigration SA has announced that the application system for 491 and 190 state nominations is now open on the Immigration SA Apply website.
The following are the changes to the state sponsorship requirements:
1) Changes to the points requirement for specific occupations and categories
- Many occupations now require either 75 or 85 points (including state nomination points). Applicants who meet all requirements under the International Graduate of South Australia category or the currently working for the last 12 months in a skilled occupation in the South Australia category are still only required to have 65 points on the points test.
- Most trade occupations are still only required to have 65 points.
- High Points Category: Now required to have 95 points (including state nomination points). A provisional 491 visa pathway is available for high points applicants. A permanent 190 visa pathway is available for high points applicants who have Superior English and at least 8 years of work experience in their nominated occupation.
- Chain Migration Category: The points requirement has increased to 75 points (including state nomination points).
2) Changes to requirements to access state nomination for a permanent 190 visa
- Few occupations listed as “Provisional 491 visa only” 190 nominations offered to applicants under specific circumstances only if one of the following criteria below is met
- High Points
- Worked in a skilled occupation in South Australia for the last 12 months
- High Performing Graduate who has continued to reside in South Australia post-graduation
- International graduate of South Australia
3) Application fee has been increased to AUD220
4) Changes to the Occupations List:
They have NOT added any new occupations to the list. However, the following are the changes when compared with the previous list:
The following occupations status has been changed to low or available:
225499 Technical Sales Representatives nec Low Availability
132511 Research and Development Manager Low Availability
323214 Metal Machinist (First Class) Available
The following occupations status has been changed to Special Conditions:
233212 Geotechnical Engineer Special Conditions Apply
233611 Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) Special Conditions Apply
253999 Medical Practitioners nec Special Conditions Apply
313113 Web Administrator Special Conditions Apply
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclass.
Dec 04th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Website outage – Saturday 7 December to Sunday 8 December 2019
DHA has announced that the following websites will be unavailable between 2 pm Saturday 7 December and 9 am Sunday 8 December 2019 (AEDT):
- https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.disasterassist.gov.au/
- https://www.livingsafetogether.gov.au/
- https://www.nationalsecurity.gov.au/
- https://www.triplezero.gov.au/
- https://news.cicentre.gov.au/
- https://www.dvs.gov.au/
- https://www.organisationalresilience.gov.au/
- https://www.tisn.gov.au/
- https://www.abf.gov.au/
- https://emergency.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://osb.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidlittleproud/
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidcoleman
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/jasonwood/
- https://www.harmony.gov.au/
- https://cybersecuritystrategy.homeaffairs.gov.au/
During the outage, you can still access ImmiAccount, VEVO, and TRS by going directly to their webpage. In addition, VEVO and TRS users are encouraged to download the relevant mobile app.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
Dec 03rd, 2019:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Priority Processing
Priority Processing Service Availability prior to Christmas Break Closedown
In order to meet our service standards for the Priority Processing service, Priority Processing applications to VETASSESS for 2019 is CLOSED. The service will resume on 2 January 2020.
Priority Processing Update
VETASSESS will be limiting the number of Priority Processing applications to be received on a daily basis. Once this daily limit is reached, no further Priority Processing applications can be received until the following day. The quota will be subject to change on a monthly basis.
Dec 03rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Re-opening the application process
South Australia has announced that the forms will be released on Wednesday 4th December and a news item will be posted when the application system is open.
Immigration SA is introducing some changes to its General Skilled Migration (GSM) state nomination policies:
1) The occupations which were of “special conditions” prior to the closure of the 489 and 190 state nomination applications, will remain with the same condition. Occupations that were not available for “high points” or “chain migration” nomination prior to the closure remain closed for these categories.
2) Changes to the points requirement for specific occupations and categories like chain migration 85 points are required from now.
3) The minimum points requirement on the EOI has increased for some occupations and categories like additional points 75 or 85 are required for a few occupations
4) Few occupations are restricted only for 491 subclass
5) Due to a limited number of places available for permanent 190 visa nomination, additional eligibility criteria now apply
6) Change in application fee to AUD220
Please note: There will be NO additions to the State Nominated Occupation Lists when the application system opens tomorrow.
Dec 02nd, 2019:
AITSL Skills Assessment Update: Office Closure
Australian Institute for Teaching & School Leadership (AITSL) has announced that the Office will be closed from midday 24 December and re-opening on 2 January 2020 for the holidays. They have stated that assessments may take longer than the estimated 10 weeks due to the increasing number of applications and the holiday closure.
Dec 02nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Release of the Occupations List
South Australia as announced earlier has released its list for 190 & 491 subclasses after a temporary closure.
Please go through the website and check for the list.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
South Australia has announced that the occupation lists are currently NOT available to view. Applications for the 190 and 491 visas will be open from the first week in December 2019. A news item will be published once the application system is open.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 491 subclasses.
- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 246 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 140 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 11 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 221 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 26 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 192 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 120 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 78 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 144 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 88 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 232 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 779 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 103 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 222 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 118 already invited
The Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has announced that their enquiry line will be unavailable on Tuesday 3 December 2019 from 12:00 pm AEDT.
Normal service will resume at 10:00 am AEDT on Thursday 5 December 2019.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for TRA Skills Assessment.
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 14:00pm to 17:00pm on Saturday 30 November 2019 AEDT
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
Queensland state authority has announced that the Queensland State Nomination Skilled Program from 26 November 2019 (from 1.30 pm AEST) is NOW CLOSED for:
- Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190)
The Queensland State Nomination Program is REMAINS OPEN for:
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
NOTE:
1) Updated EOI’s will not be picked up or considered. You must submit a BRAND NEW EOI from 25 November 2019. No EOIs prior to this date will be considered.
2) The Skilled Program may only be open for a limited time depending on the demand for the program.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Engineers Australia has announced System Maintenance: MyPortal will not be available on Tuesday, 26 November 2019 from 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm (AEDT).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
Queensland has announced that its Skilled Program is now open. Applicants can lodge their fresh EOIs. The following are the THREE different occupation lists of Queensland.
- Queensland Occupations list for Online Applicants
- Queensland Occupations list for Offshore applicants
- Queensland Occupations list for Postgraduates
Eligibility Criteria for Offshore Applicants:
- Have an occupation on the QSOL for applicants not currently working in Queensland (offshore);
- Satisfy specialization or other requirements for certain occupations;
- Have a minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification work experience in your nominated occupation (unless otherwise stated);
- Commit to living and working in Queensland from the date that you arrive in Queensland to live permanently; and
- In the case of few occupations, a job offer or registrations are required
- Should meet all the DHA requirements
Changes to the Occupations Lists:
Occupations to be removed from QSOL November 2019
•Onshore and Offshore – IT
•ICT Business Analyst ANZSCO 261111
•Systems Analyst ANZSCO 261112
•Developer Programmer ANZSCO 261312
•Software Engineer ANZSCO 261313
•Software and Applications Programmers nec ANZSCO 261399
•ICT Security Specialist ANZSCO 262112
•Computer Network and Systems Engineer ANZSCO 263111
•Analyst Programmer ANZSCO 261311
•Onshore –Accounting
•Accountant (General) ANZSCO 221111
•Management Accountant ANZSCO 221112
•Taxation Accountant ANZSCO 221113
•External Auditor ANZSCO 221213
•Internal Auditor ANZSCO 221214
•Offshore -Engineering
•Civil Engineer ANZSCO 233211
•Mechanical Engineer ANZSCO 233512
•Electrical Engineer ANZSCO 233311
•Engineering Technologist ANZSCO 233914
The following are the POPULAR occupations available for Offshore Applicants:
131112Sales and Marketing Manager
233214Structural Engineer
232213Marketing Specialist
233213Quantity Surveyor
261314Software Tester
263212ICT Support Engineer
263213ICT Systems Test Engineer
272511Social Worker
272613Welfare Worker
313113Web Administrator
351311Chef
351411Cook
342111Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
NOTE:
1) Please do not submit your EOI if you do not meet the criteria or if your occupation has been removed from the relevant list as it will not be picked up.
2) Updated EOI’s will not be picked up or considered. Applicants must submit a BRAND NEW EOI from 25 November 2019.
3) No EOIs prior to this date will be considered.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 491 subclass.
The ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 25/11/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 25 November 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 114
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 75 points
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after the submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 8 November 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 70
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 75 points
Invitation date: 24 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 528
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
- 60 point matrix submitted on or after 24 April 2019 and on or before 10 June 2019
Invitation date: 14 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 402
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
60 point matrix submitted on or after 14 April 2019 and on or before 30 April 2019
Invitation date: 9 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 220
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 31 July 2019
Invitation date: 27 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 124
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 120 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 1 July 2019
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 20th December 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for ACT under 190 subclass.
The following is the current status of the state sponsorship:
Victoria – OPEN and currently sponsoring under 190 & 491 subclasses – FREE application
Tasmania – OPEN and currently sponsoring under 190 & 491 subclasses – Sponsorship fee – AUD220
NSW – Currently sponsoring for 190 subclass. Opens shortly for 491 subclass as well – Sponsorship fee – AUD300+ GST for 190 subclass. For 491 subclass it will be average – AUD800 for various regions
Western Australia – Currently sponsoring for 190 subclass, waiting for an update regarding the 491 subclass – Sponsorship fee – AUD200
ACT – Currently sponsoring for 190 subclass. Opens for 491 subclass from 1st January 2019. – Sponsorship fee – AUD300
South Australia – Opens in first week of December 2019 (for both 190 & 491). It is NOT sponsoring currently for 190 & 491 subclasses – Sponsorship fee – AUD200
Northern Territory – Opens on 9th of December 2019 (for both 190 & 491). It is NOT sponsoring currently for 190 & 491 subclasses – Sponsorship fee – AUD300 +GST
Queensland – Currently CLOSED, will OPEN in coming weeks for both 190 & 491 subclass – Sponsorship fee – AUD200
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has announced that the TRA Migration Skills Assessment and Migration Points Advice programs are currently experiencing a major increase in application rates.
This increase is affecting processing times and most assessments are now taking longer than 90 days to complete. Please allow them 120 days to receive an outcome.
They further stated that please do not contact them for status updates, as all applications are being assessed in the order they have been received.
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 05:00 am to 8:00 am on Wednesday 20 November 2019 AEDT
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa.
Northern Territory has announced that from 16 November 2019, the subclass 489 visa is being replaced with a new Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 491.
The Northern Territory Government nomination online application system will CLOSE on 16 November 2019 and re-open on Monday 9 December 2019.
Applicants will NOT be able to apply for the subclass 190 or subclass 491 nomination during this period.
State Sponsorship Fee:
Northern Territory has announced that from 9 December a fee of AUD 300 (plus GST where applicable) will be charged for subclass 190 and subclass 491 nomination applications.
Earlier there was NO state sponsorship fee for NT.
The application fee must be paid online at the time of the application submission. More information on subclass 491 nominations will be available soon.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NT under 190 & 491 subclass.
As we are aware that today Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa 491 (Region & Relative Sponsored) & Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa 494 subclass will open the DHA has officially released the information relating to these two visas.
Few details about 491 & 494 subclasses:
- 5-year temporary visa
- Live, work & study in regional areas
- The applicant can Travel as many time he/she wants
- Spouse & children can be included in the visa
Requirements of 491 subclass:
- Sponsored by relative or region
- Applicant should be less than 45 years of age
- Should have positive skills assessment & should be listed in the respective list refer to the below link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list
- Applicant should have at least competent English
- Main applicant, spouse & children should meet health & character requirements
- Meet 65 points criteria
Requirements of 494 subclass:
- Applicant should be less than 45 years of age
- Be nominated by a regional employer
- Have relevant skills, qualifications and at least 3 years of work experience
- Should have positive skills assessment & should be listed in the respective list refer to the below link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list
- Applicant should have at least competent English
- Main applicant, spouse & children should meet health & character requirements
The following are the changes to the points test effective today:
- Specialist education qualification (Master through research or Ph.D. studied in Australia in STEM or specified information and communication technology (ICT) fields) – 10 points
- Partner included in the application who has skills assessment report, competent English and less than 45 years of age – 10 points
- Partner included in the application meeting only competent English – 5 points
- The applicant is single or his/her partner is an Australian citizen or permanent resident – 10 points
- Sponsorship by relative or state under 491 subclass – 15 points
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for 491 or 494 subclass visa.
Tasmania has announced that the State Sponsorship for 190 subclass will be closed under Category 3 – Overseas applicant (Job Offer) *** at 11:59 pm AEDT 15 November 2019.
Please note that they are still sponsoring under the other two categories of 190 subclass:
1) Tasmanian Graduate
2) Working in Tasmania
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Tasmania under 190 subclass.
Tasmania has announced that from the 16th of November 2019 all Tasmanian visa state nomination applications (Subclass 190 and Subclass 491) will incur a FEE FOR SERVICE of AUD220 (GST inclusive). This fee is non-refundable.
The fee of AUD220 has to be paid only at the final application stage of ‘lodgement’.
The payment has to be made only through credit card (Visa or Mastercard).
Any Subclass 190 visa state nomination applications lodged prior to the 16th of November 2019 will NOT incur the Fee For Service.
NOTE: Tasmania has not released the details of the 491 subclass nomination process.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state or regional sponsorship with Tasmania under 190 or 491 subclass.
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: SKILLED PROGRAM
Queensland is planning to open the entire skilled program for Queensland State Nomination in the coming weeks – including the:
- Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190)
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
The program will open with some occupations REMOVED from the QSOLs due to occupation quotas being met.
The following are details of the occupations that will be REMOVED:
Onshore and Offshore Applicants – IT
•ICT Business Analyst ANZSCO 261111
•Systems Analyst ANZSCO 261112
•Developer Programmer ANZSCO 261312
•Software Engineer ANZSCO 261313
•Software and Applications Programmers nec ANZSCO 261399
•ICT Security Specialist ANZSCO 262112
•Computer Network and Systems Engineer ANZSCO 263111
•Analyst Programmer ANZSCO 261311
Onshore Applicants –Accounting
•Accountant (General) ANZSCO 221111
•Management Accountant ANZSCO 221112
•Taxation Accountant ANZSCO 221113
•External Auditor ANZSCO 221213
•Internal Auditor ANZSCO 221214
Offshore Applicants -Engineering
•Civil Engineer ANZSCO 233211
•Mechanical Engineer ANZSCO 233512
•Electrical Engineer ANZSCO 233311
•Engineering Technologist ANZSCO 233915
NOTE: Please do not submit your EOI if your occupation has been removed from the relevant list as it will not be picked up.
The exact opening date of the skilled program is yet to be confirmed. Please do not submit your EOI until the program is officially opened.
If you submitted an EOI on 29 – 30 July 2019 and have not yet received an invitation for a 190 visa you will need to submit a BRAND NEW EOI when the program re-opens.State Sponsorship Application Processing:
The state will continue processing applications to those who have received an invitation, if all documents have been provided and the application fee paid by Thursday 14 November 2019 (COB). Extension requests will not be granted.
Any applications where documents have not been provided or payment has not been received by Thursday 14 November 2019 will be closed.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 491 subclass.
Victoria State Sponsorship Update: 491 Skilled Regional Visa Details
Victoria state has announced that applications for Victorian nomination under the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa program will open from 9 am Monday 18 November 2019.
The following are the requirements:
1) Age should be less than 45 years
2) Should have a positive skills assessment
3) Should have at least competent English or citizen & passport holder of US, UK, Canada, New Zealand or Ireland.
4) The occupation should be listed in Commonwealth’s skilled occupation lists.
5) Funds requirement for offshore applicants – the Main applicant – AUD30,000 and Additional applicant – AUD5,000 to AUD10,000 based on the number of dependents.
6) Should have an offer of employment from Regional Employer for at least 12 months full time i.e., 38 hours per week in the nominated occupation.
7) Genuine intention to live, work & study in the Regional Areas of Victoria.
How to apply: Online and it is a FREE application.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Victoria under 491 subclass.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
252411 -Occupational Therapist- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019- OTC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- Immigration SA will be temporarily closing the state nomination 190 application system from 11 am on 15 November 2019 and will re-open early December (the date and time will be confirmed closer to the date).
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) State Sponsorship Update:
ACT 491 NOMINATION:
The ACT has announced that it is defined as regional for skilled migration purposes from 16 November 2019.
It has stated while potential applicants can complete the Home Affairs Skillselect EOI from this date, the 491 Canberra Matrix can only be submitted from 1 January 2020.
ACT 190 NOMINATION:
The ACT has further announced that the 2019 eligibility criteria will apply to all 190 Matrix submitted on or before 31 December 2019.
The 2020 eligibility criteria will apply to all 190 Matrix submitted on or after 1 January 2020.
2020 NOMINATION CRITERIA:
The eligibility criteria for 190 and 491 nominations in 2020 will be published on or before 28 November 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 & 491 subclasses.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 8:30 pm Friday 15 November and 2 pm Saturday 16 November 2019 AEDT
Suspension of BPAY Request Payment option
The BPAY Request payment option will be unavailable from Monday 11 November 2019 until Saturday 16 November 2019.
Payment by credit card, Paypal and UnionPay is still available.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status:
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List.
Current Status of the occupation(s):
252111- Chiropractor- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019- CCEA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- Immigration SA will be temporarily closing the state nomination 190 application system from 11 am on 15 November 2019 and will re-open early December (the date and time will be confirmed closer to the date).
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Temporary Closure of 190 subclass nominations effective 15 November 2019
South Australia has announced that with the introduction of the new skilled regional visas on the 16 November 2019, Immigration SA will be temporarily closing the state nomination 190 application system from 11 am on 15 November 2019 and will re-open early December (the date and time will be confirmed closer to the date).
If you have commenced a state nomination application for the 190 visa, you will need to submit & pay for the application prior to the system being closed.
From 11 am on 15 November 2019, incomplete applications will be deleted, this includes applications that have been “saved but not submitted” and applications that have been “submitted but are still awaiting payment”.
Please note: Applicants need to meet Immigration SA’s points requirement for their occupation on the date they apply for state nomination. Additional points received due to the changes to the points test on 16 November 2019 will not be considered for applications submitted before 16 November 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 08/11/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 8 November 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 70
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 75 points
Please note ALL matrix expire 6 months after submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 24 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 528
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
- 60 point matrix submitted on or after 24 April 2019 and on or before 10 June 2019
Invitation date: 14 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 402
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
60 point matrix submitted on or after 14 April 2019 and on or before 30 April 2019
Invitation date: 9 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 220
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 31 July 2019
Invitation date: 27 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 124
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 120 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 1 July 2019
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 25th November 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234212 -Food Technologist -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Please be advised that the following websites will be unavailable between 2 pm (AEDT) Saturday 9 November and 9 am (AEDT) Sunday 10 November 2019:
- https://archive.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.disasterassist.gov.au/
- https://www.livingsafetogether.gov.au/
- https://www.nationalsecurity.gov.au/
- https://www.triplezero.gov.au/
- https://news.cicentre.gov.au/
- https://www.dvs.gov.au/
- https://www.organisationalresilience.gov.au/
- https://www.tisn.gov.au/
- https://www.abf.gov.au/
- https://emergency.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://immireform.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://osb.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidlittleproud/
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidcoleman
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/jasonwood/
- https://www.harmony.gov.au/
- https://cybersecuritystrategy.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://csha.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://csha.online.immi.gov.au
- https://beta.nationalsecurity.gov.au
During the outage, you can still access ImmiAccount, VEVO, and TRS by going directly to their webpage. In addition, VEVO and TRS users are encouraged to download the relevant mobile app.
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 8:30pm Friday 15 November and 12pm Saturday 16 November 2019 AEDT
Suspension of BPAY Request Payment option
The BPAY Request payment option will be unavailable from Monday 11 November 2019 until Saturday 16 November 2019.
Payment by credit card, Paypal and UnionPay is still available.
South Australia has announced that if you have commenced a Regional Certifying Body (RCB) advice application with Immigration SA, you will need to complete and submit the application prior to the system being closed at 11 am on 15 November 2019.
From 11 am on 15 November 2019, incomplete applications will be deleted, this includes applications that have been “saved but not submitted”. Processing times for submitted applications are provided here.
With the introduction of the Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional (Provisional) (Subclass 494) visa, the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) (Subclass 187) direct entry stream visa will close to new visa applications from 15 November 2019.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying under 187 subclass visa Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS).
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
233212- Geotechnical Engineer- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia- Engineers Australia
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
TRA has announced that from 11 November 2019 it will NOT accept any new applications for skills assessments for the “Child Care Centre Manager” occupation.
As a result of recent changes to the Migration Regulations, all new requests for a skills assessment for the “Child Care Centre Manager” occupation will be carried out by the Australia Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA).
Please visit the ACECQA website for more information: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/
Applicants currently undergoing a skills assessment as part of a TRA program will be advised if there are any changes that affect them.
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for skills assessment with TRA.
Australia Immigration Updates-November 2019
Upcoming changes with effect from November 16, 2019:
Two new regional visa streams to be launched.
- Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) will be replacing the Skilled Regional visa (subclass 489).
- Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional visa (subclass 494) will be replacing the Regional Sponsored Migration visa (subclass 187).
- With the exception of the 3 cities categorized as major centres – Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne – entire Australia is to be considered as regional. Recently, Gold Coast and Perth have also been included among regional cities. Canberra, Hobart, and Adelaide also have regional status.
Benefits of the new subclass 491 & 494 visas:
- Priority processing.
- Visa validity period increased from 4 to 5 years.
- Can live and work in any regional area in any state.
- Broader range of occupations available as compared to the non-regional pathways.
- Can enrol for Medicare.
- Incentives for migrants to stay on in the regional areas for a longer term.
- Regional skilled visas increased to 25,000 from the earlier 23,000.
- Can apply for permanent residency after living and working in the regional area for 3 years. The applicants can apply for Australia PR without a second nomination stage, if found to be eligible, through the subclass 191* visa which will be available from November 16, 2022.
- More points will be available to subclass 491 visa applicants.
- Expanded and consistent classification of the regional areas in Australia.
Conditions:
- Restricted areas – Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne. The new streams are an attempt by the Australian government to encourage migrants to settle away from these 3 major centres.
- 3 years’ stay in the designated regional areas & 3 years’ work experience within 5 years.
- For the initial 3 years, cannot apply for any other subclasses – 189 or 190 or 186 or 124/858 or 132 or 188 or 820.
Note: – Skilled migrants that change employers or move locations will also remain eligible for permanent residency provided they continue living outside of Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.
Changes in the Points System:
Points given previously |
Points now | |
Skilled Spouse or de facto Partner (Positive skills assessment & competent English) | 5 | 10 |
Spouse or de facto Partner with Competent English | 0 | 5 |
Applicant without a Spouse or de facto Partner | 0 | 10 |
Regional / Relative Sponsorship Points | 10 | 15 |
Australian STEM qualification (Masters research or PhD level) | 5 | 10 |
*What is the subclass 191?
This visa – to be available from November 2022 – will allow holders of subclass 491 and 494 to transition to permanent residency.
To be eligible, you must have –
- Held a 491 or 494 visa for a minimum of 3 years.
- Earned the minimum required income for a minimum of 3 years.
- Complied with the specific conditions attached to the particular regional provincial visa that you hold.
The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship has released the MLTSSL & ROL list applicable for 494 subclass Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa. This visa is EFFECTIVE from 16 November 2019.
There are 216 occupations in MLTSSL and 434 occupations in ROL lists that applicable for 494 subclass Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional (Provisional).
The following are the POPULAR occupations found in these lists:
MLTSSL:
1) Internal Auditor
2) Accountant
3) Chef
4) Social Worker
5) University Lecturer
6) Teaching most of the occupations
7) ICT most of the occupations
8) Registered Nurses most of the occupations
9) Engineering most of the occupations
10) Accounting most of the occupations
ROL:
1) Office Manager
2) Travel Agency Manager
3) Call or contact centre team leader
4) Real estate agent
5) Real estate representative
6) ICT customer support officer
7) Systems administrator
8) Network administrator
9) Marketing specialist
10) Market research analyst
11) Human resource adviser
12) Recruitment consultant
13) Corporate services manager
14) Cafe or restaurant manager
15) Graphic designer
16) Financial institution branch manager
And many more occupations are eligible under the 494 subclass. Please find attached the lists in LMS.
494 subclass Regional Employer-sponsored visa Requirements & Characteristics:
- The applicant must be less than 45 years of age.
- The visa is a Temporary Visa valid for 5 years
- Can be converted into a PR under 191 subclass after working for 3 years
- Must be sponsored by the Employer
- Permits visa holder to move between designated regional areas
- The holder must work only in the nominated occupation identified in the application for the most recent Subclass 494 visa granted to the holder,
- The applicant must have been employed in the nominated occupation for at least three years on a full-time basis and at the level of skill required for the occupation to be eligible for this visa.
- Applicant must have competent English
- SAF charges apply to be paid by the employer
- Two streams – Employer-sponsored stream and labour agreement stream
- The applicant has to meet the health & character
- The position must genuine, full time and likely to exist for five years
- Annual market salary rate (AMSR) must not be less than TSMIT $53,900,
- Subclass 494 visa holders will be provided with 90 days to find another employer if they cease employment with their sponsor
- Prevents visa holders from accessing any other skilled migration visa for at least three years.
Good news for all the applicants who want to migrate under 491 subclass which will be effective 16 November 2019. As a part of the Joint media release with the Hon Scott Morrison MP, Prime Minister, the Hon Alan Tudge MP and the Hon Dan Tehan MP – Morrison Government increases regional migration target on 28th October 2019.
The Government is increasing the total number of regional places to 25,000. There is an increase of 2000 than what was planned
Regional Areas:
Except Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane rest all the places will be considered as Regional Areas or Centres as a part of the Skilled Regional Migration.
Now Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Canberra, Newcastle/Lake Macquarie, Wollongong/Illawarra Geelong, Hobart all these are considered as regional areas which is very good news for all the applicants who want to migrate under 491 subclass.
Medicare for 491 & 494 subclass visa holders:
Minister for Health has passed the orders that the holders of 491 (regional & relative sponsored) and 494 (regional employer-sponsored) visas will be eligible to enroll medicare as a part of these visas.
NOTE: 491 subclass visa will replace 489 subclass visa effective 16 November 2019. The new visa is valid for 5 years, unlike 489 subclass which was valid only for 4 years.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for 491 subclass.
Another good news that the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship released a Legislation regarding the pool and pass marks—applications made on or after 16 November 2019 for the following subclasses still remains 65 points only.
(i) Subclass 189 (Skilled—Independent) visa;
(ii) Subclass 190 (Skilled—Nominated) visa;
(iii) Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)) visa;
NOTE: The 491 subclass visa will be effective 16 November 2019.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
Good news for all the applicants who want to migrate under 491 subclass which will be effective 16 November 2019. As a part of the Joint media release with the Hon Scott Morrison MP, Prime Minister, the Hon Alan Tudge MP and the Hon Dan Tehan MP – Morrison Government increases regional migration target on 28th October 2019.
The Government is increasing the total number of regional places to 25,000. There is an increase of 2000 than what was planned
Regional Areas:
Except Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane rest all the places will be considered as Regional Areas or Centres as a part of the Skilled Regional Migration.
Now Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Canberra, Newcastle/Lake Macquarie, Wollongong/Illawarra Geelong, Hobart all these are considered as regional areas which is very good news for all the applicants who want to migrate under 491 subclass.
Highlights:
- 491 subclass visa holders will be granted a 5-year visa
- 491 & 494 subclass visa holders will eligible to enroll for Medicare
- 491 & 494 subclass visa holders will be able to move between the regional areas unlike 489 subclass
- Except Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane rest all will be considered as Regional Areas.
- ACT is also sponsoring a 491 subclass visa which never use to sponsor the regional visa i.e.,489 earlier. Canberra which is the capital city of Australia.
- Access to the dedicated 25,000 regional places.
- Priority processing on regional visas.
- Access to the Regional Occupations List – more jobs compared to non-regional lists.
- International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an additional year in Australia on a post-study work visa.
- Priority in negotiating region-specific Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs).
Minister for Health has passed the orders that the holders of 491 (regional & relative sponsored) and 494 (regional employer-sponsored) visas will be eligible to enroll medicare as a part of these visas.
NOTE: 491 subclass visa will replace 489 subclass visa effective 16 November 2019. The new visa is valid for 5 years, unlike 489 subclass which was valid only for 4 years.
There might be other concessions that might be announced for 491 subclass holders to encourage Skilled Regional Migration.
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254424- Registered Nurse (Surgical) -Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Please find attached the reports published for the invitation round that took place on 11/10/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 227 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 129 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 10 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 219 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 24 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 155 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 111 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 77 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 133 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 81 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 214 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 722 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 100 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 209 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 114 already invited
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
132111- Corporate Services Manager- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
132311- Human Resource Manager- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019-AIM/IML
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 am (ADST) and 8 am (ADST) on Wednesday 30 October 2019
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
272612- Recreation Officer -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 24/10/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 24 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 528
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
- 60 point matrix submitted on or after 24 April 2019 and on or before 10 June 2019
Please note: ALL matrix expire 6 months after the submission date if an invitation is not issued.
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 14 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 402
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
60 point matrix submitted on or after 14 April 2019 and on or before 30 April 2019
Invitation date: 9 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 220
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 31 July 2019
Invitation date: 27 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 124
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 120 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 1 July 2019
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 8th November 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
AITSL Skills Assessment Update: No Phone Enquiries
AITSL has announced that from 31 October 2019, AITSL will no longer offer a phone enquiry service. Please, direct communication to their email address migration@aitsl.edu.au or the Applicant portal for current applications.
AITSL is experiencing an increased number of applications and some assessments may take longer than the estimated 10 weeks.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AITSL.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
272612- Recreation Officer -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia- VETASSESS
234513- Biochemist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
NSW State Sponsorship Update: Changes to NSW 190 subclass Priority Skilled Occupation List
NSW has updated its Priority Skilled Occupation List on 17/10/2019. The following are changes to the list:
Occupations changed from HIGH to MEDIUM availability:
233211 Civil Engineer
Occupations changed from MEDIUM to LOW availability:
133512 Production Manager (Manufacturing)
141111 Cafe or Restaurant Manager***
221213 External Auditor
232111 Architect
241111 Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher
251312 Occupational Health and Safety Adviser
261212 Web Developer
263111 Computer Network and Systems Engineer
272511 Social Worker
331212 Carpenter
Occupations changed from LOW to LIMITED availability:
132511 Research and Development Manager
133211 Engineering Manager
139914 Quality Assurance Manager
221214 Internal Auditor
224111 Actuary
224112 Mathematician
232412 Illustrator
233911 Aeronautical Engineer
252411 Occupational Therapist
254412 Registered Nurse (Aged Care)
254421 Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)
271311 Solicitor
334111 Plumber (General)
391111 Hairdresser
411711 Community Worker
NOTE: For few occupation additional requirements to be met by the applicants the additional requirement for these occupations is to be living in NSW and to have been employed in NSW for at least one year, in the nominated occupation.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NSW under 190 subclass.
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Sponsorship under 491 subclass
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has announced that it will sponsor the applicants under 491 subclass as well and the 491 eligibility criteria and guidelines will be published on their website when available.
NOTE: 491 subclass will be implemented from 16th November 2019, it is a Temporary Resident visa valid for 5 years. This visa will replace the 489 subclass visa.
Currently, ACT is sponsoring under 190 subclass only.
Please update all your clients accordingly.
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 14/10/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 14 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 402
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 115 to 65 points
60 point matrix submitted on or after 14 April 2019 and on or before 30 April 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 9 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 220
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 31 July 2019
Invitation date: 27 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 124
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 120 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 1 July 2019
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 29th October 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
Australian Computer Society (ACS) Skills Assessment Update: New RPL for 2019 released
ACS has released the 2019 version of the RPL application form. Please find attached the guidelines as to how to fill the new RPL form.
There are no major changes when compared with the previous one.
- Of the two reports, one must apply to a project undertaken within the last three years, and the other for a project within the last five years.
- Plagiarism checks will be done as earlier.
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 09/10/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 9 October 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 220
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 31 July 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 27 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 124
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 120 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 1 July 2019
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 24th October 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
411111 -Ambulance Officer- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); 3 years’ work experience in the field; -Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under the high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Department of Home Affairs Update: System maintenance – Saturday 19 October to Sunday 20 October 2019 AEDT
DHA has announced that they will be doing systems maintenance that will affect payment functionality in ImmiAccount between 2 pm Saturday 19 October 2019 until 9 am Sunday 20 October 2019.
While they are making these changes, you will not be able to make an online payment or submit a visa or citizenship application. Other functionality in ImmiAccount will remain available. You will still be able to start, edit and attach documents to visa or citizenship applications.
If you try to make an online payment for an application or a LegendCom Subscription while system maintenance is in progress, one of the following errors will display:
- ‘we are currently experiencing a technical issue with our systems. You will not be able to proceed with this application at this time as this service is temporarily unavailable’.
- ‘the payment system is currently not available’.
If your current visa is due to expire on 19 October 2019 and you intend to stay in Australia, ensure that you lodge your next visa application before 2 pm on Saturday 19 October 2019.
To make a payment, please try again after 9 am Sunday 20 October 2019 AEDT (GMT+11).
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa.
Australia Holiday Update:
The Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) inquiry line will be unavailable on Monday, 7 October 2019 due to the Labour Day Public Holiday in the Australian Capital Territory.
Normal service will resume at 10:00 am (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) on Tuesday, 8 October 2019.
Please note a few other authorities might also be closed on the above-mentioned date.
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 1:30am (AEST) and 3:30am (AEDT) on Sunday 6 October 2019
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
Current Status of the occupation(s):
224311- Economist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia- VETASSESS
272511 -Social Worker -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019- AASW
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/09/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
OCCUPATION CEILINGS Released for the year 2019-20: Please go through the attached document for the new Occupation Ceilings for the year 2019-20.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
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- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 113 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 65 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 6 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 125 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 19 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 57 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 29 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 42 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 67 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 40 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 107 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 361 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 71 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 103 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 34 already invited
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa under 189, 190 & 489 subclasses.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 am and 8 am on Wednesday 02 October 2019 AEST
Please update all your clients accordingly.
Holiday in Australia Update: Queen’s Birthday
Please note that few of the authorities in Australia will be closed on Friday 27 September 2019 – Grand Final Friday and on Monday 30 September 2019 – Queen’s Birthday.
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254423 -Registered Nurse (Perioperative)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 5 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019- ANMAC
254415- Registered Nurse (Critical Care And Emergency)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
AITSL has announced that it is currently experiencing an increased number of applications and some assessments may take longer than the estimated 10 weeks.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AITSL.
The APS website, including login and online learning, will not be available between 9.00 pm AEST on 23 September and 3.00 am AEST on 24 September due to scheduled maintenance at the national office building in Melbourne.
It is advised that applicants don’t make any online payments or purchases on the APS website or APS shop during this time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with APS.
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254423 -Registered Nurse (Perioperative)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 5 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Health & Character Requirements for Non-Migrating Dependents:
Please note that family members not accompanying with the client to Australia i.e., Non-migrating Dependents must also meet the health & character requirement.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 17 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 106
- Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 8th October 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Addition of Group-G under Professional Occupations
Vetassess has added another group called Group-G under the Professional Occupations list. The following are the details of the Group-G
Group G Skills Assessment Criteria: Qualification/s assessed as comparable to the equivalent Year 12 secondary school education with at least one year of post-qualification highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years
Occupations Included in Group-G – ANZSCO Code- 821912 – Driller’s Assistant
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skilled migration under the above occupation.
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: System Maintenance
Engineers Australia has announced that the MyPortal will not be available on Tuesday, Sep 17, 2019, at 8:30 pm to Wednesday, Sep 18, 2019, at 6:30 am (AEST) due to System Maintenance.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List:
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 132511 -Research and Development Manager -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
- 134213- Primary Health Organisation Manager- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
How to filter in SF:
First, go through the document that has been shared regarding the Opportunities filtering in SF. If you have already created the view then edit it with the above-mentioned occupation or else follow as per the document or below.
The following is the process to pull the clients with any particular occupation, who are impacted due to changes in the lists of any state(s):
- Go to Opportunities section of SF
- Enter any view name – it’s like a file name
- Specify the filter criteria –
- If you want to view the complete details of your team then click on – All opportunities
- if you want to view only your own opportunities then select – My opportunities
- Filter by additional fields
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 234212 Food Technologist- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia -VETASSESS
- 234611- Medical Laboratory Scientist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019- AIMS
- 252711- Audiologist- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
- 311412- Earth Science Technician- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
- 134213 -Primary Health Organisation Manager -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 234212 Food Technologist- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia -VETASSESS
- 234611- Medical Laboratory Scientist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019- AIMS
- 252711- Audiologist- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
- 311412- Earth Science Technician- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 –VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Closure of 489 subclass nomination process
Queensland land has announced that 10 September 2019 was the last date BSMQ was able to nominate for the 489 visa.
All 489 applications in the system have now been closed.
If you did not receive a nomination on or before 10 September you will need to submit a NEW EOI for the 491 visa after 16 November 2019 when this visa commences. The skilled program remains closed until this date.
BSMQ will start processing EOI’s for 190 visa applications which were submitted from 29 July – 30 July 5 pm AEST from 11 September 2019.
Please do not amend your 190 EOI until you receive an invitation as doing so will take you out of the queue.
Sometimes their invitations go to junk mail, so please ensure you are regularly checking your junk mail for any correspondence from them.
Please do not email or call them in regards to your application as this significantly slows down processing times.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 or 489 or 491 subclass.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Systems Maintenance
The DHA website will be unavailable due to maintenance between 2 pm Saturday 14 September and 9 am Sunday 15 September 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
Department Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* midnight and 4a m on Monday 16 September 2019 AEST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
Clients whose EOIs submitted for subclass 489 are receiving correspondence from skill select stating that the “EOI has changed in eligibility” and all these are moved to drafts.
There is no option of 489 in the EOI application as the department is going to replace this with subclass 491.
Need to submit an EOI for the new Subclass 491 visa from 16 November 2019.
- 15 November 2019 – LAST day for people who have been invited to apply for a subclass 489 visa to lodge a subclass 489 visa application.
- From 16 November 2019 – Intending migrants can lodge an EOI for the subclass 491 visa. State and territory governments can nominate and invitations are able to be issued to an intending migrant for a subclass 491 visa. Visa applications can be lodged for the subclass 491 visa for intending migrants issued with an invitation to apply.
It is important to note that throughout this period nominations, invitations, EOIs, and applications are NOT affected for the 189 or 190 visa subclasses.
Please do not amend your 190 EOI until you receive an invitation as doing so will take you out of the queue.
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234611 Medical Laboratory Scientist; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019;
252711 Audiologist; 3 years’ work experience in the field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019;
311412 Earth Science Technician; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019
Sep 07th, 2019:
The Department of Home Affairs (‘Home Affairs’) has announced a new Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) to replace the current Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489).
The new subclass 491 visa (‘491 visa’) will commence on 16 November 2019, and the subclass 489 visa (‘489 visa’) will cease at 11.59 pm on 15 November 2019.
In order to support the transition from the 489 visa to the new 491 visa, WA Migration Services has established the below timeline to ensure adequate processing of applications. If you would like to receive WA State nomination under a 489 visa you will need to ensure you meet the dates outlined below.
During this time all WA State nomination applications under a 489 visa will be priority processed.
Note: The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) is not affected by this change and WA Migration Services will continue to issue invitations and process applications under this subclass as per normal.
Timeline of Transitional arrangements:
9-Aug-19 | Invitations to apply for WA State nomination will be issued. This will be your last opportunity to be invited to apply for WA State nomination under a 489 visa. |
29-Aug-19 | A decision ready application for WA State nomination under a 489 visa must be lodged. Any extra supporting evidence requested by WA Migration Services must also be submitted by this date. |
30-Aug-19 | Invitation links to apply for WA State nomination under a 489 visa will expire. |
5-Sep-19 | If your 489 WA State nomination application has been approved, your State Nomination Agreement must be signed and returned to WA Migration Services by this date. |
6-Sep-19 | WA Migration Services will finalize all nominations for approved applications in Skill Select. |
11-Sep-19 | The 489 visa will no longer be an option available in Skill Select. No new EOIs can be lodged under this visa subclass. |
15-Nov-19 | Applicants will have until 11.59 pm to lodge a 489 visa application with Home Affairs. |
16-Nov-19 | Candidates can commence lodging new EOIs in Skill Select for the 491 visa option. |
21-Nov-19 | Invitations to apply for WA State nomination under the new 491 visa will commence. |
Sep 6th, 2019:
The Department of Home Affairs has announced the 10th of September 2019 as the last day for state and territory governments to nominate and invite applicants for the subclass 489 visa.
In response to the announcement, the Tasmanian Government will progressively close its subclass 489 Skilled Regional state nomination program to new applications in the following order:
NOW CLOSED for all categories:
- Category 1 – Tasmania graduate
- Category 2 – Working in Tasmania
- Category 3A – Overseas applicant (TSOL)
- Category 3B – Overseas applicant (Job Offer)
- Category 4 – Family in Tasmania
- Category 5 – Small Business Owner
Tasmanian businesses employing skilled migrants to fill skill shortages can consider other visa programs including the subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa and the subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa if eligible.
Due to the large volume of nomination applications we have received, we cannot guarantee all lodged 489 applications will be assessed before the Department of Home Affairs’ closure date on 10th of September 2019.
If your application is not finalized by the 10th of September 2019 by the Tasmanian Government and you do not receive an invitation from Home Affairs your application will no longer be able to be processed and therefore closed. Eligible skilled migrants can then apply for visa state nomination of the new subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa from the 16th November 2019.
Nomination requirements for the new visa program will be published on the Migration Tasmania website in due course. We recommend that you seek migration advice regarding your options.
We will prioritize applications lodged by skilled migrants currently living in Tasmania and/or working for Tasmanian businesses.
Due to the current focus on processing subclass 489 applications, we regret to advise that the processing times for subclass 190 applications may be extended during this period.
September 03rd, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place on 02/09/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 2 September 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 111
Matrix score range: All Matrixes submitted with 130 to 70 points
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Invitation date:22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrixes submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 18th September 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
September 03rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List:
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254423- Registered Nurse (Perioperative) -Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in the field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
August 29th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 135199 -ICT Managers nec- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia -ACS
- 411111- Ambulance Officer -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); 3 years’ work experience in the field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
August 29th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
135199 -ICT Managers nec- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia -ACS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
August 29th, 2019:
Current State Sponsorship Status:
The following is the State Sponsorship status as on today:
The below states are OPEN for both 190 & 489 subclass nominations:
- Western Australia (offer required)
- Victoria – Will close for 489 subclass on 5th September 2019
- Northern Territory – In case of 489 subclass for offshore applicants it will close on 30 August 2019, onshore applicants – close on 6 September 2019
The below states are CLOSED for 489 subclass nominations and are OPEN for 190 subclass:
- South Australia
- NSW
- ACT – It doesn’t sponsor for 489 subclass
- Tasmania
The below states are CLOSED for both 190 & 489 subclasses as of now:
- Queensland
On 16 November 2019: Subclass 491 visa program opens. Applicants can lodge an EOI for subclass 491 visa through the SkillSelect system.
August 27th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
233612- Petroleum Engineer -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in the field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia Engineers- Australia
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
August 27th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 am and 8 am Wednesday 28th August 2019 AEST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
August 26th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234511- Life Scientist (General) -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia -VETASSESS
254415- Registered Nurse (Critical Care And Emergency) -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
August 24th, 2019:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: Appointment Migration Agent form has been updated
Engineers Australia has announced that it is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the applicant’s personal information, so has updated the Appointment Migration Agent form.
By signing the Appointment Migration Agent form, the applicant authorizes and consents to Engineers Australia processing, collecting, using and disclosing personal information provided by the migration agent for the assessment purpose.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
August 24th, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/08/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/08/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
OCCUPATION CEILINGS Released for the year 2019-20: Please go through the attached document for the new Occupation Ceilings for the year 2019-20.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 98 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 56 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 5 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 125 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 16 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 41 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 23 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 36 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 58 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 35 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 93 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 313 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 51 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 91 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 30 already invited
August 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Murray Regional Sponsorship Update: Closure of Nomination Process
Murray Regional Authority has announced that the applications for 489 nominations will be closed on Friday 23 August 2019 at 5:00 pm (AEST).
Applicants have until 5:00 pm (AEST) Friday 23 August 2019 to make applications for 489 nominations for the Murray region.
Any applications received after the above cut off time and date will not be assessed.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Murray under 489 subclass.
August 22nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234511 -Life Scientist (General) -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019; Only available to applicants currently residing in South Australia -VETASSESS
323214 -Metal Machinist (First Class) -Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE:
- In the case of South Australia, we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
- Currently, South Australia is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
August 20th, 2019:
Current State Sponsorship Status:
The following is the State Sponsorship status as on today:
The below states are OPEN for both 190 & 489 subclass nominations:
- Western Australia (offer required)
- Victoria – Will close for 489 subclass on 5th September 2019
- Northern Territory – In case of 489 subclass for offshore applicants it will close on 30 August 2019, onshore applicants – close on 6 September 2019
The below states are CLOSED for 489 subclass nominations and are OPEN for 190 subclass:
- South Australia
- NSW – In case of 489 subclass, except Murray Region all the other regions are closed. Murray will close this Friday.
- ACT – It doesn’t sponsor for 489 subclass
- Tasmania
The below states are CLOSED for both 190 & 489 subclasses as of now:
- Queensland – they will reopen the 190 subclass shortly
On 16 November 2019: Subclass 491 visa program opens. Applicants can lodge an EOI for subclass 491 visa through the SkillSelect system
August 20th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 132511 -Research and Development Manager- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
- 272399- Psychologists nec- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -APS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
August 20th, 2019:
Northern Territory State Sponsorship Update: Closure of Skilled Regional (Provisional) subclass 489 visa nominations
NT State Authorities have announced that Migration NT will stop accepting subclass 489 visa nomination applications in the following order:
- Offshore applicants – close of business on 30 August 2019
- Onshore applicants – close of business on 6 September 2019
NOTE: 10 September 2019: last day to issue nomination for subclass 489. If your application is not finalized by 10 September 2019, Migration NT will contact the applicant after this date
On 16 November 2019:
- Subclass 491 visa program opens
- Applicants can lodge an expression of interest for subclass 491 visa through the Department of Home Affairs’ SkillSelect system
- Subclass 491 nomination applications can be lodged through the Migration NT online application.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NT under 489 subclass.
August 20th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 2pm and 3pm Saturday 24th August 2019 AEST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
August 19th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
252711- Audiologist -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 3 years’ work experience in the field; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 14/08/2019 -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 subclass.
August 16th, 2019:
Provincial immigration streams target candidates with work experience in a specific occupation some of which are linked to the Express Entry system.
Many operate on an Expression of Interest system, which requires all candidates — including Express Entry candidates — to register a profile with the provincial nominee program.
Express Entry candidates with a provincial nomination are awarded an additional 600 points towards their CRS score, effectively guaranteeing an invitation to apply for Canadian permanent residence in a subsequent draw from the Express Entry pool.
About some of the Popular PNPs – Provincial Nominee Programs:
Ontario:
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP): Ontario’s allocation for 2019 is 6,900 nominations. NOIs issued in 2019 to till date:
- Human Capital Priorities Stream – 5961
- French-Speaking Skilled Worker Stream – 549
- Skilled Trades Stream – 732
On August 1, 2019, & July 12, 2019, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued targeted Notifications of Interest (NOIs) to candidates who qualify for Ontario’s Express Entry Human Capital Priorities (HCP) Stream. The OINP targeted candidates with work experience in the following 6 technical occupation NOC codes: https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-ontario-immigrant-nominee-program-updates#section-0
- 2173 Software engineers and designer
- 2174 Computer programmer and interactive media developers
- 2147 Computer engineers
- 2175 Web designers and developers
- 2172 Database analysts and data administrators
- 0213 Computer and information systems managers
Date/time NOIs issued |
Number of NOIs issued |
Profiles created in IRCC’s Express Entry system |
CRS score range |
Notes |
August 1, 2019, 1:00 p.m. EST |
1773 |
August 1st, 2018 to August 1st, 2019 |
435-458 |
Targeted draw – Tech Draw IRCC link: https://www.ontario.ca/page/oinp-express-entry-notifications-interest |
July 12, 2019, 10:00 a.m. EST |
1623 |
July 12, 2018, to July 12, 2019 |
439-459 |
Targeted draw – Tech Draw IRCC link: https://www.ontario.ca/page/oinp-express-entry-notifications-interest |
Alberta Express Entry Stream:
Alberta has issued 4821 Notification of Interests to Express Entry candidates with CRS scores as low as 303 to apply for provincial nomination.
Eligibility criteria:
- Must have an active profile in Express Entry Pool
- Intend to and be able to live and work in Alberta
- Must be working in an occupation that supports Alberta’s economic development
- Have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System score of 300.
- There are no fees to submit an application
- Upon getting a notification, the application must be submitted in 30 days to Alberta Immigration office.
Saskatchewan: Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP):
SINP is currently accepting applications under, International Skilled Worker sub-categories of Occupations in Demand and Express Entry. To file EOI for SINP, basic eligibility criteria is applicant must score 60 points on SINP’s assessment grid and NOC/occupation must be listed in the SINP demand list.
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/moving-to-saskatchewan/immigrating-to-saskatchewan/saskatchewan-immigrant-nominee-program/applicants-international-skilled-workers/sinp-in-demand-occupation-list
Upon receiving an invitation the applicant will be asked to submit required documents and fees to SINP.
Prince Edward Island (PEI):
PEI is open for applicants who have an existing active profile under express entry.
PEI issues invitations in regular intervals to applicants in Express Entry pool, upon getting invited applicants can apply to PEI’s provincial nominee program, for a nomination for Canadian permanent residence.
Manitoba:
Interested applicants must meet the eligibility criteria of 60 points and also demonstrate a strong connection in Manitoba. This connection can be a friend or close relative, staying in Manitoba on a permanent resident or citizenship status for at least one year/previous work experience of 6 months in Manitoba/Completed education post-secondary program in Canada/ Regional Immigration/Invitation to apply received from the MPNP as part of a recruitment mission or exploratory visit.
PNP With Job Offers
The Northwest Territories Nominee Program has a range of streams targeting foreign nationals with specific skills and experience, applicants applying under all the streams mentioned below must have a Job Offer.
- Critical Impact Worker Stream
- Skilled Worker Stream
- Express Entry Skilled Worker Stream
Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP):
The Newfoundland Express Entry Skilled Worker stream is a key component of the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), one of Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program. Applicants applying for this category must have a job offer from Newfoundland and Labrador.
British Columbia:
To apply for Provincial nomination under the BC PNPs various categories mentioned below a job offer is required.
- Express Entry BC – Skilled Worker
- Express Entry BC – Healthcare Professional.
- Express Entry BC – International Graduate
- Skills Immigration (SI) – Skilled Worker
- SI – Healthcare Professional
- SI – International Graduate
- SI – Entry Level and Semi-Skilled
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ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,15/08/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 15 August 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 152
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 29 June 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
1) Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
2) Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
3) Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 2nd September 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for State Sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
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NSW-489 subclass Southern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: Closure of Nomination Process
Southern Inland has announced that due to an extremely high number of 489 applications, they have suspended applications for the 489 visa in this region.
They will cease assessing EOIs at 5 pm on Friday 16 August, if you have not received an invitation to the full application by this time, you will not receive an invitation in the 489 Visa program.
They will reopen applications for 491 Sponsorship once the 491 Visa program commences.
If you are successful in gaining an Invitation to Full Application, please provide all documentation to RDASI Office by the 28th of August. Any applications received past this date will not be assessed.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Southern Inland under 489 subclass.
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Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* midnight and 4 am on Monday 19 August 2019 AEST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
August 14th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Closure of nominations for 489 subclass
South Australia has announced that as of 14 August 2019 at 11 am, Immigration SA is no longer accepting state nomination applications for the 489 visa.
State nomination applications for the 190 visa can continue to be submitted. A new Skilled Worker Regional (Provisional 491) visa will be introduced on 16 November 2019 and this will replace the 489 visa.
As a result of this few of the occupations are closed for nomination currently as they were eligible for only 489 subclass nominations.
Tasmania State Sponsorship Update: Closure of Tasmania’s subclass 489 Skilled Regional Visa Program
Tasmanian Government is progressively closing its subclass 489 Skilled Regional state nomination program to new applications:
NOW CLOSED (as of 13th of August 2019):
- Category 3A – Overseas applicant (TSOL)
- Category 3B – Overseas applicant (Job Offer)
CLOSING 20th of August 2019 for remaining onshore categories:
- Category 1 – Tasmania graduate
- Category 2 – Working in Tasmania
- Category 4 – Family in Tasmania
- Category 5 – Small Business Owner
August 13th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 234513 -Biochemist -Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234514- Biotechnologist -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234611 -Medical Laboratory Scientist -Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall) -AIMS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
August 12th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121321 -Poultry Farmer -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
133512 -Production Manager (Manufacturing) -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Research job opportunities for your particular specialisation -VETASSESS
311412- Earth Science Technician- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
August 12th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Closure of sponsorship under 489 subclass effective 14th August 2019
South Australia has announced that due to the high volume of applications, Immigration SA will stop accepting state nomination applications for the subclass 489 visa at 11 am on 14 August 2019. All applications that have been saved but not submitted (including applications which have been ‘submitted but not paid’) will be deleted at 11 am on this date.
Please ensure applications are decision-ready with all required documents attached. If a decision has not been made on your subclass 489 state nomination application by 10 September, Immigration SA will contact the applicant after this date.
State nomination applications for the Skilled Nominated 190 visa can continue to be submitted and will be processed once the subclass 489 applications are finalized and this will most likely be after 10 September 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for State Sponsorship with South Australia under 489 subclass.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Closure of sponsorship under 489 subclass effective 14th August 2019
South Australia has announced that due to the high volume of applications, Immigration SA will stop accepting state nomination applications for the subclass 489 visa at 11 am on 14 August 2019. All applications that have been saved but not submitted (including applications which have been ‘submitted but not paid’) will be deleted at 11 am on this date.
Please ensure applications are decision-ready with all required documents attached. If a decision has not been made on your subclass 489 state nomination application by 10 September, Immigration SA will contact the applicant after this date.
State nomination applications for the Skilled Nominated 190 visa can continue to be submitted and will be processed once the subclass 489 applications are finalized and this will most likely be after 10 September 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for State Sponsorship with South Australia under 489 subclass.
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: Applications Are Now Open For Some Occupations
Northern Inland which is one of the regional authority participating in NSW-489 subclass has announced that the applications for few of the occupations relating to Agriculture, Health (excluding nurses), Education and Metal, Building and Automotive Trades are currently being accepted.
The following are the POPULAR occupations that are available currently:
- Secondary School Teacher 241411
- Metal Fabricator 322311
- Fitter (General) 323211
- Fitter & Turner 323212
- Metal Machinist (First Class) 323214
- Electrician (General) 341111
- A/C & Refrigeration Mechanic 342111
- Plumber (General) 334111
- Cabinet Maker 394111
- Automotive Electrician 321111
- Diesel Motor Mechanic 321212
- Carpenter 331212
NOTE: If the occupation is held in the list, if the applicant is meeting the requirements we can directly apply. There is NO separate Expression of Interest process for this Regional Authority.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Northern Inland under 489 subclass.
August 09th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 121321 -Poultry Farmer -Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234514- Biotechnologist- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 or 489 subclass.
August 09th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Orana Regional Authority Update: Nomination Process Closed
Orana Regional Authority has announced that effective 9/8/19 as of 9:00 am all EOI occupations have been CLOSED
If the applicant is currently living and working full time in the Orana region please contact the office at migration@rdaorana.org.au
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW- Orana under 489 subclass.
August 09th, 2019:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: System Maintenance
Engineers Australia has announced that there will be System Maintenance: MyPortal will not be available on Saturday, 10 Aug at 11pm to Sunday, 11 Aug 11am (AEST).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Skills Assessment with Engineers Australia.
August 08th, 2019:
NSW-489 Mid North Coast Regional Authority Update: Closure of Nomination Process
Mid North Coast has announced that due to a high volume of EOI’S Expressions of Interest for the Skilled Regional Sponsored Visa (489) program on the NSW Mid North Coast is closed at 11.59pm ESDT on Thursday 8 August 2019.
EOIs received after 11:59 pm Thursday 8 August 2019 will not be processed or accepted.
August 07th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Mid North Coast Regional Authority Update: Nomination Process Opened
Mid North Coast Regional Authority has announced the opening of Regional Sponsorship. It is currently sponsoring.
The following are the POPULAR occupations listed:
225113 Marketing Specialist
241111 Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher
251513 Retail Pharmacist
252511 Physiotherapist
272511 Social Worker
272613 Welfare Worker
321111 Automotive Electrician
321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
323211 Fitter (General)
341111 Electrician (General)
342111 Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
351311 Chef
351411 Cook
362411 Nurseryperson
Please find attached the list of occupations.
NOTE: NSW Mid North Coast will close at 11.59pm ESDT on Thursday 22 August 2019.
Basic Requirement: ALL applicants must show at least 2 years, post the graduate, full-time employment experience in the nominated occupation under the submitted ANZSCO code.
How to Apply:
Stage – 1: E-mail the documents to their e-mail address
Stage – 2: After the receipt of their e-mail from them we need to send all the documentation along with the payment of AUD770
August 06th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Central West Regional Authority Update: Closure of nomination process
Central West has announced that Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 489) Central West nominations are currently closed again due to the high number of registrations they have received.
At this time they are unable to advise when nominations will reopen.
If already submitted registration it will be assessed and RDACW will provide an email notification to individuals and Migration Agents if the ‘Registration of Interest’ was not successful on this occasion.
If successful will receive an Invitation to apply.
How to apply:
It is a 2 stage process
Step One – Registration of Interest and received an emailed Invitation to Apply from RDACW.
Step Two – Apply for the nomination process
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Central West under 489 subclass visa.
August 05th, 2019:
Victoria State Sponsorship Update: Closure of Nomination for 489 subclass
Victoria’s Skilled & Business Migration Program (SBMP) will close to subclass 489 nominations on 5 September 2019 (11.59pm AEST) and will not be accepting any new subclass 489 nomination applications after this time. This will not affect applications already lodged.
SBMP will finalize subclass 489 applications lodged on or before 5 September by 10 September 2019
Applicants who receive an invitation to lodge a subclass 489 visa with the Department of Home Affairs, lodge the visa within 60 days of invitation, as they will be unable to issue with another nomination from 10 September 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Victoria under 489 subclass.
August 05th, 2019:
Tasmania State Sponsorship Update: Closure of Tasmania’s subclass 489 Skilled Regional Visa Program
Department of Home Affairs has announced the 10th of September 2019 as the last day for state and territory governments to nominate and invite applicants for the subclass 489 visa.
Tasmanian Government will close the subclass 489 Skilled Regional state nomination program to new applications in the following order:
13th of August 2019 for all overseas categories:
- Category 3A – Overseas applicant (TSOL)
- Category 3B – Overseas applicant (Job Offer)
20th of August 2019 for remaining onshore categories:
- Category 1 – Tasmania graduate
- Category 2 – Working in Tasmania
- Category 4 – Family in Tasmania
- Category 5 – Small Business Owner
NOTE: If your application is not finalized by the 10th of September 2019 by the Tasmanian Government, your application will no longer be able to be processed.
Eligible skilled migrants can apply for visa state nomination of the new subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa from the 16th November 2019.
Nomination requirements for the new visa program will be published in due course.
The processing times for subclass 190 applications may be extended during this period.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Tasmania under 190 & 489 subclass.
August 02nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 261212 -Web Developer -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 75 points required; See additional instructions -ACS
- 312611 -Safety Inspector-Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
August 02nd, 2019:
Western Australia State Sponsorship Update: Next Invitation Round
Western Australia has announced that Invitations for State nomination are usually issued on the third Thursday of each month. This will be brought forward by one week in August due to the transition from visa 489 to 491. Invitations are anticipated to be issued by 9 August 2019.
August 02nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
312611 -Safety Inspector-Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for State Sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
August 02nd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Far South Coast Regional Authority Update: Closure of Nomination Process
Far South Coast which is one of the Regional Authority participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has announced that applications time-stamped by their email server as received between 12.01am 01.08.2019 and 12noon 02.08.2019 will be accepted and processed. Applications received outside of this time frame will be ineligible.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Far South Coast under 489 subclass.
August 02nd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Orana Regional Authority Update: Reopening of Sponsorship
Orana which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has announced that from 2/8/19 as of 10:00 am until further notice RDA Orana will be opening applications for the following occupations ONLY:
- Secondary School Teacher – 241411
- Registered Nurse (Aged Care) – 254412
- Registered Nurse (Community Health) – 254414
- Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) – 254415
- Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) – 254417
- Registered Nurse (Medical) – 254418
- Registered Nurse (Paediatric) – 254425
- Dentist – 252312
- Social Worker – 272511
- Community Worker – 411711
- Family Support Worker – 411713
If your skilled occupation is not on the above list, but you are currently living and working full time in the Orana region please contact the office at migration@rdaorana.org.au
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Orana under 489 subclass.
August 02nd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Southern Inland Regional Authority Update: Closure of Nomination Process
Southern Inland which is one of the Regional Authority participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has announced that due to an extremely high number of 489 applications, they are temporarily suspending applications for the 489 visa in this region as of 1st August 2019. They aim to reopen applications by 1st September 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Southern Inland under 489 subclass.
August 01st, 2019:
NSW-190 subclass State Sponsorship Update: Occupations List Amended
NSW State has amended its occupations list for 190 subclass state sponsorship today i.e.,01/08/2019.
Below are the changes to the occupations list:
ANZSCO – Occupation – Availability – Additional Conditions Apply
132211 -Finance Manager -Medium -Yes
For the above occupation earlier there were NO additional conditions were applicable now they want it to be met.
Additional Conditions:
The additional requirement for these occupations is to be living in NSW and to have been employed in NSW for at least one year, in the nominated occupation.
Please find attached the updated list.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for State Sponsorship with NSW under 190 subclass.
August 01st, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Orana Regional Authority Update: Closure of the nomination process
Orana which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in the NSW-489 subclass Regional Sponsorship has announced that 1/8/19 as of 12:30 PM (AED) due to a large volume of applications, all EOI occupations have been CLOSED.
They have further stated that if the applicant has genuine full-time employment in the Orana region please contact the office at migration@rdaorana.org.au
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying Regional Sponsorship with NSW Orana Region under 489 subclass.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
July 31st, 2019:
Australia State Sponsorship Status as on today i.e., 31st July 2019:
The following are the states that have released their lists for the year 2019-20:
1) Australian Capital Territory (ACT) 190 subclass only – Opened and it has released its new occupations list effective July 2019. It doesn’t sponsor for 489 subclass.
2) South Australia 190 & 489 subclass – Opened and released its new occupations list effective July 2019. We can directly apply if meeting the requirements.
3) NSW-190 subclass – Opened & currently sponsoring, we need to file an EOI first by selecting NSW as the state.
4) NSW- 489 subclass – The following NSW Regional Authorities which are participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa & released their new lists:
- Southern Inland – Currently open & sponsoring
- Murray – Currently open & sponsoring
- Far South Coast – Opening on 1 August 2019
- Orana – May reopen on 1 August 2019
- Central West – Opening on 5th August 2019
5) Queensland (QLD) – 190 & 489 subclass – Opened in July 2019 & currently TEMPORARILY CLOSED.
The following states have NOT yet released their new lists for the year 2019-20. However, they are sponsoring:
1) Victoria (VIC) – Currently nominating with the list held on its website. They said there is NO information as to when they are going to update the list.
2) Western Australia (WA) – Currently nominating with the list held on its website. They said there is NO information as to when they are going to update the list.
3) Northern Territory (NT) – Currently nominating with the list held on its website. They said there is NO information as to when they are going to update the list.
4) Tasmania(TAS) – Currently nominating with the list held on its website. They said there will be an update to TSOL later this year.
July 31st, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
224214 -Records Manager -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 31st, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Sponsorship Temporarily Closed
Queensland has announced that due to the unprecedented demand of the skilled program the BSMQ skilled program is temporarily CLOSED.
Expressions of interest (EOI’s) submitted for SkillSelect after 5.00pm AEST 30 July 2019 will not be considered at this time.
EOIs submitted from 29–30 July 2019 (5.00pm AEST) will be accepted and considered over the coming months.
They have further stated that due to this demand, it is unlikely that the subclass 489 program will reopen (for skilled applicants) due to the closure for nominations on 10 September 2019 (to be replaced by the new subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa).
The subclass 190 program will reopen in due course. The BSMQ Business program remains OPEN.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 30th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 254499- Registered Nurses nec- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field -ANMAC
- 249214- Music Teacher (Private Tuition)- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Preparedness to self employ- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 or 489 subclass.
July 30th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,30/07/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 30 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 320
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 130 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 28 June 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details in this year:
1) Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
2) Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 15th August 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
July 30th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254499- Registered Nurses nec- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in the field -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 or 489 sub class.
July 29th, 2019:
Australia State Sponsorship Status as on 29th July 2019:
The following are the states that have released their lists for the year 2019-20:
1) Australian Capital Territory (ACT) 190 subclass only – Opened and it has released its new occupations list effective July 2019. It doesn’t sponsor for 489 subclass.
2) South Australia 190 & 489 subclass – Opened and released its new occupations list effective July 2019. We can directly apply if meeting the requirements.
3) NSW-190 subclass – Opened & currently sponsoring, we need to file an EOI first by selecting NSW as the state.
4) NSW- 489 subclass – The following NSW Regional Authorities which are participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa & released their new lists:
- Southern Inland – Currently open & sponsoring
- Murray – Currently open & sponsoring
- Far South Coast – Opening on 1 August 2019
- Orana – May reopen on 1 August 2019
- Central West – Opening on 5th August 2019
5) Queensland (QLD) – 190 & 489 subclass – Opened & currently sponsoring, we need to file a NEW EOI first by selecting Queensland as the state.
The following states have NOT yet released their new lists for the year 2019-20:
1) Victoria (VIC) – This state has still not updated its occupation list. There is NO update as of now.
2) Western Australia (WA) – This state has still not updated its occupation list. There is NO update as of now.
3) Northern Territory (NT) – This state has still NOT updated its occupation list. There is NO update as of now.
4) Tasmania – This state has still NOT updated its occupation list. There is NO update as of now.
For the above states, we are following the existing lists as of now.
July 29th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 224214 -Records Manager -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 225213- ICT Sales Representative- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
- 234411- Geologist- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; South Australian graduates must be currently working in their field in South Australia for the last 12 months- VETASSESS
- 311213 -Medical Laboratory Technician -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -AIMS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 or 489 subclass.
July 29th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 am and 8 am Wednesday 31st July 2019 AEST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
July 29th, 2019:
Queensland Requirements, Application Process, Funds Requirement & Documentation for state sponsorship under 190 or 489 subclasses:
Queensland Requirements to be met:
- Should have a points test result of 65 or higher, inclusive of state nomination points
- Should have a positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation
- Should meet the minimum English language requirement of COMPETENT, unless a higher level is required by your assessing authority (Valid for 3 years)
- Should be under 45 years of age
- Should have an occupation on the QSOL ‘Offshore’ list
- Should have a minimum of 2 years post-qualification work experience in the nominated occupation. More experience may be required for certain occupations. This should be post the qualifications only irrespective of suitability or skilled
- Should meet the additional requirements relating to job offers must be related to the occupation and evidence is required showing acceptance of the offer
- In case of Engineering and Teaching occupations, offshore applicants should have the registration with the respective Queensland Board
FUNDS REQUIREMENT should be met by both Onshore & Offshore Applicants:
All Applicants are required to complete a Settlement Funds Declaration Form affirming financial capacity.
- The amount of cash funds specified on the form should match bank statements.
- Bank statements only need to show the current balance (no older than a month) and account holder details (the applicant or partner) and does not need to include the whole transaction history.
- The other funds component generally only includes assets that held overseas.
- This does not include furniture and clothing. Property in Australia such as a house or car cannot be included in the settlement declaration.
OFFSHORE APPLICANTS:
Mandatory Cash Component of AUD15000 in case of offshore applicants. Further for only one primary applicant – AUD30,000 including the cash component of AUD15000. Further additional AUD5000 for the additional applicant.
ONSHORE APPLICANTS:
Mandatory Cash Component of AUD5000 in case of offshore applicants. Further for only one primary applicant – AUD10,000 including the cash component of AUD5000. Further additional AUD5000 for the additional applicant.
Application Process:
Stage – 1 – Should submit a NEW EOI today only by selecting Queensland as the state. Queensland will go through the EOI & invite through an e-mail to apply.
Stage – 2 – After the receipt of the invitation e-mail, they need to submit the online application with Queensland within 14 days, should provide the following documents and make the payment.
Documents Required for State Sponsorship after the receipt of the e-mail from Queensland (need to apply within 14 days):
- State Nomination Application Form (Is available on the website & will also be provided with the invitation e-mail)
- Settlement Fund Declaration Form (Is available on the website & will also be provided with the invitation e-mail)
- Bank statement (Latest 3 months)
- Skills Assessment
- IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Report card
- Offshore commitment statement template
- Evidence of job (for Ph.D. graduates who have graduated overseas only)
- Evidence of licensing or registration
- Statement of Service (employment reference – shows you meet offshore work experience requirements)
- Evidence of Registration in Queensland, if employment is through a labour hire company
- Application fee – AUD200 + 10% GST in case of Onshore applicants – credit card payment
Please find attached the Queensland SOLs as on today.
July 29th, 2019:
Queensland has announced that the BSMQ SKILLED PROGRAM is now OPEN from today 29 July 2019.
They have announced that before submitting your EOI, please review BSMQ’s new QSOLs to ensure your occupation is on the relevant lists and meet any new criteria.
A NEW EOI with a brand new EOI number must be submitted from today. They are NOT going to pick up Past and/or updated EOI’s.
For ‘Working in Queensland’ Applicants:
Subclass 190 – need to have 6 months of work experience (minimum of 35 hours per week) in Queensland and a 1 year job offer.
Subclass 489 – need to have 3 months LIVING and WORK experience (minimum 35 hours per week) in REGIONAL Queensland and a 1-year job offer.
Important Information – 489 subclass:
BSMQ will open up 489 processing for a limited period only – until mid-August 2019. As DHA is implementing 491 subclass visa from 16 November 2019. 489 applicants will receive priority processing during this period and the time to receive an invitation for the 190 may take longer.
If eligible for the 489 visa, please submit EOI as soon as possible, and have all supporting documents ready to provide to as soon as the invitation is sent from BSMQ.
July 26th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
141111- Cafe or Restaurant Manager- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall);- Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 25th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Far South Coast Regional Authority Update: Release of the Occupations List
Far South Coast which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in the sponsorship of NSW-489 subclass visa has released the new list of occupations for the year 2019-20.
The applications will be accepted only from 12:01 am on 1st August 2019.
The following are the POPULAR occupations available in the list:
Statistician 224113
Agricultural Technician 311111
Construction Project Manager 133111
Production Manager (Manufacturing) 133512
Child Care Centre Manager 134111
Hotel or Motel Manager 141311
Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School Teacher) 241111
Special Needs Teacher 241511
University Lecturer 242111
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages 249311
Interpreter 272412
Translator 272413
Chemist 234211
Hospital Pharmacist 251511
Retail Pharmacist 251513
Dental Specialist 252311
Physiotherapist 252511
Midwife 254111
Psychiatrist 253411
Nurse Educator 254211
Nurse Manager 254311
Medical Laboratory Technician 311213
Dental Hygienist 411211
Dental Technician 411213
Dental Therapist 411214
Social Worker 272511
Welfare Worker 272613
Automotive Electrician 321111
Motor Mechanic (General) 321211
Diesel Motor Mechanic 321212
Motorcycle Mechanic 321213
Welder First Class 322313
Fitter (General) 323211
Metal Machinist (First Class) 323214
Architect 232111
Surveyor 232212
Interior Designer 232511
Quantity Surveyor 233213
Architectural Draftsperson 312111
Carpenter 331212
Plumber (General) 334111
Airconditioning and Mechanical Services 342111
Electrician (General) 341111
Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic 342111
Electronic Equipment Trades Worker 342313
Baker 351111
Pastrycook 351112
Chef 351311
Cook 351411
NOTE: It is a one stage process there is no EOI for Far South Coast. We need to send the notarized documents through e-mail.
Please find attached the new of occupations of Far South Coast.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Far South Coast in NSW under 489 subclass.
July 25th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234517- Microbiologist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
251312 -Occupational Health and Safety Advisor -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall)- VETASSESS
323214- Metal Machinist (First Class)- Low Availability Competent English- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective 26th July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 25th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 am and 8 am Wednesday 31st July 2019 AEST
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 225311- Public Relations -Professional Special Conditions- Apply Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 225499- Technical Sales Representatives nec -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 233612 -Petroleum Engineer -Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field- Engineers Australia
- 263299 -ICT Support and Test Engineers nec -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 75 points required; See additional instructions -ACS
- 272612 -Recreation Officer- Low Availability- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 312611 -Safety Inspector -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
- 312911 -Maintenance Planner -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective 26th July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 23rd, 2019:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: System Maintenance
Engineers Australia has announced that System Maintenance: MyPortal will not be available on 23rd July 5:00 pm to 23rd July 11:30 pm (AEST).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
July 23rd, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/07/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/07/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
OCCUPATION CEILINGS Released for the year 2019-20: Please go through the attached document for the new Occupation Ceilings for the year 2019-20
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 2746 – 83 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1552 – 47 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 5269 – only 5 already invited
- 2321Architects and Landscape Architects – 2171 – 124 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 13 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3772 – 26 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 20 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 1000 – 30 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1600 – 49 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 1000 – 30 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 2587 – 79 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 8748 – 265 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2887 – 34 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2553 – 77 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 22 already invited
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254499- Registered Nurses nec- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 5 years’ work experience in field- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective 26th July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclasses.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254499- Registered Nurses nec- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 5 years’ work experience in field- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective 26th July 2019.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
July 23rd, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Change in Occupation Ceilings for the year 2019-20
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has updated the Occupation Ceilings for the year 2019-20.
The following are the highlights of the changes to ceilings when compared with 2018-19:
2212 -Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers* increased by 210
2247 Management consultant – Increased by 1,375
2321 Architects and Landscape Architects increased by 920
2332 Civil Engineering Professionals increased by 262
2334 Electronics Engineers* increased by 700
2339 Other Engineering Professionals* increased by 300
2415 Special Education Teachers increased by 111
2421 University Lecturers and Tutors increased by 500
2525 Physiotherapists increased by 171
2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts* increased by 1,121
2613 Software and Applications Programmers* increased by 1,477
2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security
Specialists increased by 227
2631 Computer Network Professionals* increased by 386
3941 Cabinetmakers increased by 691
3232 Metal Fitters and Machinists increased by 18
Please find attached the comparison document of 2018-19 & 2019-20
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-190 subclass State Sponsorship Update: Change in the Occupations List
NSW State has amended its occupations list for 190 subclass state sponsorship today i.e.,22/7/2019.
Below are the changes to the occupations list:
ANZSCO – Occupation – Availability – Additional Conditions Apply
261314 -Software Tester -High -Yes
For the above occupation earlier there were NO additional conditions were applicable now they want it to be met.
Additional Conditions:
The additional requirement for these occupations is to be living in NSW, and to have been employed in NSW for at least one year, in the nominated occupation.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-190 subclass State Sponsorship Update: Change in the Occupations List
NSW State has amended its occupations list for 190 subclass state sponsorship today i.e.,22/7/2019.
Below are the changes to the occupations list:
ANZSCO – Occupation – Availability – Additional Conditions Apply
261314 -Software Tester -High -Yes
For the above occupation earlier there were NO additional conditions were applicable now they want it to be met.
Additional Conditions:
The additional requirement for these occupations is to be living in NSW, and to have been employed in NSW for at least one year, in the nominated occupation.
Please find attached the updated list.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NSW under 190 subclass.
July 23rd, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,22/07/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND
Invitation date: 22 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 329
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 125 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 15 June 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details in 2019:
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 7th August 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: Closure of nomination process effective 22 July 2019
Northern Inland which is one of the regional authority participating in NSW-489 subclass has announced that the applications for all the occupations are currently not be accepted due to unprecedented demand, applications are closed until further notice.
NO APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER 9:45 AM MONDAY 22 JULY 2019 WILL BE CONSIDERED
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Central West Regional Sponsorship Update: Occupations List will be released on 5th August 2019
NSW-489 subclass Central West Regional Authority has announced that the new list will be posted by 5th August 2019.
NSW-489 subclass Central West processing dates for Round One will be:
- Registration opens on 5th August and will close by 9th August 2019
- Full applications will be required within 7 days following an ‘Invitation to Apply’
- Central West referrals will close 9th September 2019
How to apply:
Step One – Registration of Interest – an online application form with the information & documents should be submitted & NO fee should be paid. If successful they will notify through e-mail.
Step Two – Invitation to Apply – After the invitation e-mail, need to send application forms & certified documents through an e-mail in a prescribed format to Central West. Should pay processing fee of AUD770.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
139914 -Quality Assurance Manager- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (85 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective 26th July 2019.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: Closure of few occupations and amendment of the occupations list
Northern Inland Regional Authority has announced that the following occupations are now closed and off our regional List:
Occupations Closed:
Cook
Chef
Hotel or Motel Manager
Motor Mechanic and
All Registered Nurse occupations.
Applications received for these occupations before 10 am Friday 19 July 2019 will be assessed.
Please find attached the new list of occupations of NSW-489 Northern Inland.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Northern Inland under 489 subclass.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: Closure of few occupations and amendment of the occupations list
Northern Inland Regional Authority has announced that the following occupations
are now closed and off our regional List:
Occupations:
Cook
Chef
Hotel or Motel Manager
Motor Mechanic and
All Registered Nurse occupations.
Applications received for these occupations before 10 am Friday 19 July 2019 will be assessed.
Please find attached the new list of occupations of NSW-489 Northern Inland.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 489 subclass Update: Increase in High Points Category Points Requirement effective 26th July 2019
South Australia has announced that as of 26 July 2019, applications submitted under the High Points category are required to have 85 points.
They would like to advise prospective applicants and migration agents that once they are close to reaching the ‘high points’ category quota, the minimum points requirement will be automatically increased to 90 points.
Processing Timelines:
Due to the high volume of General Skilled Migration 190/489 state nomination applications and enquiries received in July, they are working hard to process applications and reduce the overall processing times.
They request that you do not submit an enquiry (email or phone) requesting a processing update. If you have submitted an enquiry, please allow 7 business days to receive a response.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship under 190 & 489 subclass Update: Increase in High Points Category Points Requirement effective 26th July 2019
South Australia has announced that as of 26 July 2019, applications submitted under the High Points category are required to have 85 points.
They would like to advise prospective applicants and migration agents that once they are close to reaching the ‘high points’ category quota, the minimum points requirement will be automatically increased to 90 points.
Processing Timelines:
Due to the high volume of General Skilled Migration 190/489 state nomination applications and enquiries received in July, they are working hard to process applications and reduce the overall processing times.
They request that you do not submit an enquiry (email or phone) requesting a processing update.
If you have submitted an enquiry, please allow 7 business days to receive a response.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 141311- Hotel or Motel Manager- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall);- Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 251312 -Occupational Health and Safety Advisor- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall) -VETASSESS
- 312911 -Maintenance Planner -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
141311- Hotel or Motel Manager- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall);- Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
251312 -Occupational Health and Safety Advisor- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall) -VETASSESS
312911 -Maintenance Planner -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
July 23rd, 2019:
Victoria State Sponsorship Update: New Application System being launched
On Monday 29 July 2019, Victoria’s Skilled and Business Migration Program will be launching a new and improved application system for visa nomination.
The new system will allow you to:
- Track the progress of your application/s
- Access your account from multiple devices – from mobile to desktop
- Manage client applications with greater ease
What you need to know:
1) If the client has a draft nomination application saved in the system, he/she will need to submit it by 4.00pm on Wednesday 24 July or restart the application in the new system on Monday 29 July 2019
2) No visa nomination applications can be submitted on the Live in Melbourne website between 4.00pm Wednesday 24 July 2019 (AEST) and Monday 29 July 2019.
3) If clients have an existing account, they will not be able to login to the system from 4.00pm Wednesday 24 July 2019.
On Monday 29 July 2019 clients will receive a link to the new login portal, where they will need to re-register with details.
Please note, the launch date for the new system was originally communicated as 15 July 2019.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-190 subclass State Sponsorship: Popular Occupations Listed
As you are aware that NSW has released the new list of occupations for 190 subclass for the year 2019-20.
The following are the POPULAR OCCUPATIONS are listed with high, medium, low & limited availability:
ANZSCO – OCCUPATION
132111 – Corporate Services Manager
132211 – Finance Manager
132311 – Human Resource Manager
132511 – Research and Development Manager
133111 – Construction Project Manager
133211 – Engineering Manager
133512 – Production Manager (Manufacturing)
134111 – Child Care Centre Manager
134214 – Welfare Centre Manager
135112 – ICT Project Manager
139911 – Arts Administrator or Manager
139912 – Environmental Manager
139914 – Quality Assurance Manager
141111 – Cafe or Restaurant Manager
141311 – Hotel or Motel Manager
224111 – Actuary
224112 – Mathematician
224113 – Statistician
224311 – Economist
224711 – Management Consultant
225113 – Marketing Specialist
225311 – Public Relations Professional
232111 – Architect
232112 – Landscape Architect
232411 – Graphic Designer
232412 – Illustrator
232511 – Interior Designer
233112 – Materials Engineer
233212 – Geotechnical Engineer
233213 – Quantity Surveyor
233214 – Structural Engineer
233215 – Transport Engineer
233611 – Mining Engineer (Excluding Petroleum)
233612 – Petroleum Engineer
233911 – Aeronautical Engineer
233913 – Biomedical Engineer
233915 – Environmental Engineer
233916 – Naval Architect
233999 – Engineering Professionals nec
234111 – Agricultural Consultant
234112 – Agricultural Scientist
234211 – Chemist
234212 – Food Technologist
234312 – Environmental Consultant
234514 – Biotechnologist
234515 – Botanist
234517 – Microbiologist
234518 – Zoologist
234599 – Life Scientists nec
234611 – Medical Laboratory Scientist
241111 – Early Childhood Teacher
241511 – Special Needs Teacher
251513 – Retail Pharmacist
252411 – Occupational Therapist
252511 – Physiotherapist
254111-Midwife
254311-Nurse Manager
261211-Multimedia Specialist
261212-Web Developer
261314-Software Tester
262111-Database Administrator
262113-Systems Administrator
263112-Network Administrator
263212-ICT Support Engineer
263213-ICT Systems Test Engineer
272511- Social Worker
272613 -Welfare Worker
311213 -Medical Laboratory Technician
312111 -Architectural Draftsperson
312211-Civil Engineering Draftsperson
312212-Civil Engineering Technician
312311-Electrical Engineering Draftsperson
312312-Electrical Engineering Technician
313213-Telecommunications Network Planner
321211 -Motor Mechanic (General)
323211 -Fitter (General)
323214 -Metal Machinist (First Class)
334111-Plumber (General)
341111 -Electrician (General)
342111-Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
342313 -Electronic Equipment Trades Worker
342314-Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)
351111-Baker
351112-Pastrycook
351311-Chef
351411-Cook
391111-Hairdresser
511112-Program or Project Administrator
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
251312- Occupational Health and Safety Advisor- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall) -VETASSESS
312911- Maintenance Planner- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
251312- Occupational Health and Safety Advisor- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall) -VETASSESS
312911- Maintenance Planner- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESSWe cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Authority Update: Release of Occupations List & opening of the nomination process
Northern Inland which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has released the new occupations list for the year 2019-20. Further, it has opened the nomination process.
Popular Occupations listed:
Agricultural Scientist 234112
Agricultural Technician 311111
Occupational Therapist 252411
Physiotherapist 252511
Agricultural Engineer 233912
Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School Teacher) 241111
Secondary School Teacher 241411
Metal Fabricator 322311
Welder (First Class) 322313
Sheetmetal Trades Worker 322211
Fitter (General) 323211
Fitter & Turner 323212
Fitter-Welder 323213
Metal Machinist (First Class) 323214
Metal Fitters and Machinists (nec) 323299
Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer 323314
Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber 334112
Electrician (General) 341111
Electrician (Special Class) 341112
Carpenter and Joiner 331211
Carpenter 331212
Plumber (General) 334111
Cabinet Maker 394111
Automotive Electrician 321111
Diesel Motor Mechanic 321212
Panel Beater 324111
Hotel or Motel Manager 141311
Please find attached the new occupations list.
How to apply: There is no EOI system for Northern Inland. An applicant needs to send the color scanned or certified copies through e-mail or post. An application fee of AUD800 is applicable.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Northern Inland under 489 sub class.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Authority Update: Release of Occupations List & opening of the nomination process
Northern Inland which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has released the new occupations list for the year 2019-20. Further, it has opened the nomination process.
Popular Occupations listed:
Agricultural Scientist 234112
Agricultural Technician 311111
Occupational Therapist 252411
Physiotherapist 252511
Agricultural Engineer 233912
Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School Teacher) 241111
Secondary School Teacher 241411
Metal Fabricator 322311
Welder (First Class) 322313
Sheetmetal Trades Worker 322211
Fitter (General) 323211
Fitter & Turner 323212
Fitter-Welder 323213
Metal Machinist (First Class) 323214
Metal Fitters and Machinists (nec) 323299
Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer 323314
Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber 334112
Electrician (General) 341111
Electrician (Special Class) 341112
Carpenter and Joiner 331211
Carpenter 331212
Plumber (General) 334111
Cabinet Maker 394111
Automotive Electrician 321111
Diesel Motor Mechanic 321212
Panel Beater 324111
Hotel or Motel Manager 141311
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Authority Update: Release of Occupations List & opening of the nomination process
Northern Inland which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has released the new occupations list for the year 2019-20. Further, it has opened the nomination process.
Please find attached the new occupations list
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
232413 -Multimedia Designer- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
311413 -Life Science Technician- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
July 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
232413 -Multimedia Designer- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
311413 -Life Science Technician- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW 190 subclass State Sponsorship Update: Popular Occupations
NSW has released the new list of occupations for 190 subclass for the year 2019-20.
The following occupations are listed with high, medium, low & limited availability:
ANZSCO – OCCUPATION
132111 – Corporate Services Manager
132211 – Finance Manager
132311 – Human Resource Manager
132511 – Research and Development Manager
133111 – Construction Project Manager
133211 – Engineering Manager
133512 – Production Manager (Manufacturing)
134111 – Child Care Centre Manager
134212 – Nursing Clinical Director
134214 – Welfare Centre Manager
134299 – Health and Welfare Services Managers nec
135112 – ICT Project Manager
139911 – Arts Administrator or Manager
139912 – Environmental Manager
139914 – Quality Assurance Manager
141111 – Cafe or Restaurant Manager
141311 – Hotel or Motel Manager
211112 – Dancer or Choreographer
211213 – Musician (Instrumental)
212312 – Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)
224111 – Actuary
224112 – Mathematician
224113 – Statistician
224311 – Economist
224711 – Management Consultant
225113 – Marketing Specialist
225311 – Public Relations Professional
232111 – Architect
232112 – Landscape Architect
232411 – Graphic Designer
232412 – Illustrator
232511 – Interior Designer
233112 – Materials Engineer
233212 – Geotechnical Engineer
233213 – Quantity Surveyor
233214 – Structural Engineer
233215 – Transport Engineer
233611 – Mining Engineer (Excluding Petroleum)
233612 – Petroleum Engineer
233911 – Aeronautical Engineer
233913 – Biomedical Engineer
233915 – Environmental Engineer
233916 – Naval Architect
233999 – Engineering Professionals nec
234111 – Agricultural Consultant
234112 – Agricultural Scientist
234211 – Chemist
234212 – Food Technologist
234312 – Environmental Consultant
234313 – Environmental Research Scientist
234399 – Environmental Scientists nec
234511 – Life Scientist (General)
234514 – Biotechnologist
234515 – Botanist
234516 – Marine Biologist
234517 – Microbiologist
234518 – Zoologist
234599 – Life Scientists nec
234611 – Medical Laboratory Scientist
234711 – Veterinarian
234914 – Physicist
234999 – Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec
241111 – Early Childhood Teacher
241511 – Special Needs Teacher
251211 – Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
251212 – Medical Radiation Therapist
251213 -Nuclear Medicine Technologist
251214 – Sonographer
251312 – Occupational Health and Safety Adviser
251411 – Optometrist
251513 – Retail Pharmacist
252111 – Chiropractor
252411 – Occupational Therapist
252511 – Physiotherapist
252611 – Podiatrist
253912 – Emergency Medicine Specialist
253913- Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
253914-Ophthalmologist
253915-Pathologist
253917-Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist
253999-Medical Practitioners nec
254111-Midwife
254311-Nurse Manager
254411-Nurse Practitioner
254412-Registered Nurse (Aged Care)
254413-Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)
254414-Registered Nurse (Community Health)
254417-Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)
254418-Registered Nurse (Medical)
254421-Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)
254422-Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
254423-Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
254424-Registered Nurse (Surgical)
254425-Registered Nurse (Paediatric)
261211-Multimedia Specialist
261212-Web Developer
261314-Software Tester
262111-Database Administrator
262113-Systems Administrator
263112-Network Administrator
263212-ICT Support Engineer
263213-ICT Systems Test Engineer
271111-Barrister
271311-Solicitor
272311-Clinical Psychologist
272313-Organisational Psychologist
272399 – Psychologists nec
272511- Social Worker
272613 -Welfare Worker
311213 -Medical Laboratory Technician
312111 -Architectural Draftsperson
312211-Civil Engineering Draftsperson
312212-Civil Engineering Technician
312311-Electrical Engineering Draftsperson
312312-Electrical Engineering Technician
313213-Telecommunications Network Planner
321111 -Automotive Electrician
321211 -Motor Mechanic (General)
321212 -Diesel Motor Mechanic
321213 -Motorcycle Mechanic
321214-Small Engine Mechanic
322211 -Sheetmetal Trades Worker
322311 -Metal Fabricator
322313 -Welder (First Class)
323211 -Fitter (General)
323212 -Fitter and Turner
323213 -Fitter-Welder
323214 -Metal Machinist (First Class)
323313 -Locksmith
324111 -Panelbeater
331111 -Bricklayer
331112 -Stonemason
331211 -Carpenter and Joiner
331212 -Carpenter
331213 -Joiner
333111-Glazier
333211-Fibrous Plasterer
333411-Wall and Floor Tiler
334111-Plumber (General)
334113-Drainer
334114 -Gasfitter
334115 -Roof plumber
341111 -Electrician (General)
341113 -Lift Mechanic
342111-Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
342212 -Technical Cable Jointer
342313 -Electronic Equipment Trades Worker
342314-Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)
351111-Baker
351112-Pastrycook
351211-Butcher or Smallgoods Maker
351311-Chef
351411-Cook
361112-Horse Trainer
362111-Florist
391111-Hairdresser
394111-Cabinetmaker
411411-Enrolled Nurse
411711-Community Worker
452316-Tennis Coach
452411-Footballer
511112-Program or Project Administrator
The following occupations require the applicants to be staying in NSW & should be working for atleast 1 year in the nominated occupation:
ANZSCO – OCCUPATION
221111 – Accountant (General)
221112- Management Accountant
221113-Taxation Accountant
221213 – External Auditor
221214 – Internal Auditor
233111 – Chemical Engineer
233211 – Civil Engineer
233311 – Electrical Engineer
233411 – Electronics Engineer
233511 – Industrial Engineer
233512 – Mechanical Engineer
233513 – Production or Plant Engineer
241411 – Secondary School Teacher
254415 – Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)
254499 -Registered Nurses nec
261111 – ICT business Analyst
261112 – Systems Analyst
261311 – Analyst Programmer
261312 – Developer Programmer
261313 – Software Engineer
262112 – ICT Security Specialist
263111 – Computer Network and Systems Engineer
263311 – Telecommunications Engineer
263312 – Telecommunications Network Engineer
July 23rd, 2019:
NSW 190 subclass State Sponsorship Update: Release of new occupations list for 190 subclass
NSW State Authorities have announced the new occupations list for the year 2019-20.
The list contains the availability status like high, medium, low and limited. In the list, you will also find a few occupations require additional criteria to be met.
The additional requirement for these occupations is to be living in NSW and to have been employed in NSW for at least ONE year, in the nominated occupation.
NOTE: NSW-489 subclass list is also released. However, we need to follow the respective Regional Authority list for the latest status of the occupations and nomination.
Please find attached the NSW-190 subclass State Sponsorship List.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with NSW under 190 sub class.
July 17th, 2019:
NSW-489 Riverina Regional Authority Update: Release of the list and opening of the nomination process
Riverina is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa. It has released the occupation and the following occupations that are ADDED to the list when compared with the previous list.
Occupations ADDED to the current list:
Grape Grower 121215
Beef Cattle Farmer 121312
Apiarist 121311
Mixed Crop & Livestock Farmer 121411
Construction Project Manager 133111
Production Manager (Manufacturer) 133512
Café or Restaurant Manager 141111 *
Customer Service Manager 149212 *
Accountant (General) 221111
Must be living and working in the Riverina region for
at least 4 months
Market Research Analyst 225112
Marketing specialist 225113
Urban & Regional Planner 232611
Civil Engineer 233211 Practical experience in infrastructure highly regarded
Electrical Engineer 233311 *
Industrial Engineer (Process Engineer) 233511
Mechanical Engineer 233512 *
Engineering Technologist 233914
Food Technologist 234212
Wine Maker 234213
General Practitioner 253111
Intensive Care Specialist 253317
Renal Medicine Specialist 253322
Registered Nurse (Pediatric)
ICT Business Analyst 261111
Network Administrator 263112
Systems Administrator 262113
ICT Support Engineer 263212
Drug and Alcohol Counsellor 272112
Welfare Worker 272613
Pathology Collector (Aust) Phlebotomist (NZ) 311216
Construction Estimator 312114
Civil Engineering Draftsperson 312211
Mechanical Engineering Technician 312512 *
ICT Customer support Officer 313112
Electrician (Special Class) 341112
Cook (excludes experience in Fast or Takeaway Food) 351411 – At least 5 years’ experience in more than one cuisine or with Australian/Hotel cooking
Nurseryperson 362411
Disabilities Services Officer 411712
Residential Care Officer 411715
Program or Project Administrator 511112
NOTE:
Occupations marked (**) at least 2 years’ experience in Australia
Occupations marked (*) practical experience in Food, Farming, Metal/welding or Irrigation Industries highly regarded.
July 17th, 2019:
NSW-489 Riverina Regional Sponsorship Update: Nomination process currently on HOLD
Riverina which of the regional authorities participating in NSW-489 Regional Sponsorship – Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 489) nominations for all nominations are currently Closed.
Please do not send an EOI or call their office regarding this visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for NSW-489 Regional Sponsorship with Riverina under 489 subclass.
July 17th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Orana Regional Authority Update: Nomination Closed until 1 August 2019
Orana which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass has announced the closure of the nomination process until 1 August 2019. However, they have mentioned that applicants who are having genuine full-time employment in a related role in the Orana region may contact them.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for NSW Orana Regional Authority under 489 subclass.
July 16th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
225213- ICT Sales Representative- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 15th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Northern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: Occupation List & Nomination process will open on 18 July 2019
Northern Inland has announced that the applications for Skilled Regional State Nomination by the Northern Inland region will be accepting from Midday on Thursday 18 July, 2019. The Occupation List for this region will go online at that time.
This Northern Inland region will NOT accept 489 applications any later than 3 September 2019. The last day that nominations will be processed and invitations from the Department of Home Affairs will be issued for the visa sub-class 489 is 10 September 2019. The new Skilled Regional State Nominate visa sub-class 491 will commence on 16 November 2019. The last day that invited applicants can lodge their application with the Department is 15 November 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Northern Inland under 489 sub class.
July 15th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
212314- Film and Video Editor- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English -VETASSESS
232412 -Illustrator -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English;- Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
232413 -Multimedia Designer- Low Availability- Competent English; -Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
254418 -Registered Nurse (Medical)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -5 years’ work experience in field- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
July 12th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
211311- Photographer -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Preparedness to self-employ -VETASSESS
224112 -Mathematician- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
234411 -Geologist- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; South Australian graduates must be currently working in their field in South Australia for the last 12 months- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 11th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
232412- Illustrator- Low Availability -Competent English; -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
232414- Web Designer -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
311111 -Agricultural Technician- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall);- Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
311213 -Medical Laboratory Technician- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -AIMS
311413 -Life Science Technician- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 10th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
225499- Technical Sales Representatives nec- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
232111 -Architect- Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); 3 years’ work experience in the field- AACA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 9th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
224113 -Statistician -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
232414 -Web Designer- Low Availability- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
312312 -Electrical Engineering Technician -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 9th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 2pm and 5pm Saturday 13th July 2019 AEST
* midnight and 4am Monday 15th July 2019 AEST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
July 8th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
224113- Statistician- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
121216 -Mixed Crop Farmer -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
232411 -Graphic Designer- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 07/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 07/07/2019 -VETASSESS
233999 -Engineering Professionals nec -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for High Points nomination from 06/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 06/07/2019- Engineers Australia
234211- Chemist- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 08/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 08/07/2019- VETASSESS
263299- ICT Support and Test Engineers nec- Low Availability Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 75 points required; See additional instructions- ACS
311111- Agricultural Technician -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); –Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
312312 -Electrical Engineering Technician- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only TRA
511111 -Contract Administrator- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for High Points nomination from 07/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 07/07/2019- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 8th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121216 -Mixed Crop Farmer -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
232411 -Graphic Designer- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 07/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 07/07/2019 -VETASSESS
233999 -Engineering Professionals nec -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for High Points nomination from 06/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 06/07/2019- Engineers Australia
234211- Chemist- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 08/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 08/07/2019- VETASSESS
263299- ICT Support and Test Engineers nec- Low Availability Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 75 points required; See additional instructions- ACS
311111- Agricultural Technician -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); –Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
312312 -Electrical Engineering Technician- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only TRA
511111 -Contract Administrator- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; Not available for High Points nomination from 07/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 07/07/2019- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 05th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs Update: Introduction of Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491)
DHA has announced that the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa will commence on 16 November 2019. The Skilled Regional (Provisional) (subclass 489) visa will cease at 11:59 pm on 15 November 2019.
This will affect the ability of states and territories to nominate and issue invitations for the subclass 489 visa and for intending migrants to lodge EOIs and lodge applications for this visa in accordance with the below dates:
- 10 September 2019 – LAST day for states and territory governments to nominate and for invitations to be issued to an intending migrant for a subclass 489 visa. Also LAST day for intending migrants to lodge an EOI in SkillSelect for the subclass 489 visa
- 15 November 2019 – LAST day for people who have been invited to apply for a subclass 489 visa to lodge a subclass 489 visa application.
- From 16 November 2019 – Intending migrants can lodge an EOI for the subclass 491 visa. State and territory governments can nominate and invitations are able to be issued to an intending migrant for a subclass 491 visa. Visa applications can be lodged for the subclass 491 visa for intending migrants issued with an invitation to apply.
It is important to note that throughout this period nominations, invitations, EOIs, and applications are NOT affected for the 189 or 190 visa subclasses.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) or Skilled Regional (Provisional) (subclass 489) visas.
July 05th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that they will be doing systems maintenance on some of our online systems between 6pm and 9pm on Sunday 7 July 2019 (AEST).
The following systems may be unavailable during this period:
- ImmiAccount
- eLodgement (Online visa and citizenship applications)
- My Health Declarations (MHD) service
- eMedical
- Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO)
- LEGENDcom
- Australian Trusted Trader
- Employment Suitability Clearances
- Detention Visitor Application
- APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC)
- Humanitarian Entrants Management System (HEMS)
- Adult Migrant English Program Reporting and Management System (ARMS)
- Education Provider Report (eBIT)
- Visa Pricing Estimator
- MSI Register
- Management of all online payments
If you receive a ‘Service Temporarily Unavailable’ error message during this time, please try again after the outage period.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
July 05th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Websites Unavailable
DHA has announced that the following websites will be unavailable between 2 pm Saturday 6 July and 9 am Sunday 7 July 2019:
- https://archive.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/
- https://www.abf.gov.au/
- https://osb.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidlittleproud/
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidcoleman
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/jasonwood/
- https://www.disasterassist.gov.au/
- https://www.livingsafetogether.gov.au/
- https://www.nationalsecurity.gov.au/
- https://www.triplezero.gov.au/
- https://news.cicentre.gov.au/
- https://www.dvs.gov.au/
- https://www.organisationalresilience.gov.au/
- https://www.tisn.gov.au/
- https://www.harmony.gov.au/
- https://cybersecuritystrategy.homeaffairs.gov.au/
During the outage, you can still access ImmiAccount, VEVO, and TRS by going directly to their webpage. In addition, VEVO and TRS users are encouraged to download the relevant mobile app.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
July 05th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121216 -Mixed Crop Farmer- Low Availability -Competent English; -Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
133111- Construction Project Manager -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall)- VETASSESS
139911 -Art Administrator or Manager -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -VETASSESS
211311 -Photographer -Low Availability -Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Preparedness to self-employ -VETASSESS
224711 -Management Consultant -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
225211- ICT Account Manager -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 05/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 05/07/2019 -VETASSESS
225212 -ICT Business Development Manager -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -VETASSESS
225311- Public Relations Professional- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only VETASSESS
232212- Surveyor -Special Conditions Apply Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Not available for High Points nomination from 05/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 05/07/2019 -SSSI
232312 -Industrial Designer- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 05/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 05/07/2019; Preparedness to selfemploy -VETASSESS
232411- Graphic Designer -Low Availability- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
233213 -Quantity Surveyor- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -AIQS
233999 -Engineering Professionals nec- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field -Engineers Australia
234112 -Agricultural Scientist- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -VETASSESS
234113- Forester -Low Availability- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Opportunities may be stronger in forestry regions (i.e. Limestone Coast)- VETASSESS
261211- Multimedia Specialist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
262113 -Systems Administrator- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 05/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 05/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
263112 -Network Administrator -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
263113 -Network Analyst -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
263213- ICT Systems Test Engineer -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 05/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 05/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
311411 -Chemistry Technician -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -VETASSESS
342313- Electronic Equipment Trades Worker -Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -TRA
342314 -Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -TRA
511111 -Contract Administrator- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 05th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix:
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,05/07/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 5 July 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 194
Matrix score range:
All Matrix submitted with 125 to 75 points
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 11 June 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 652
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 145 to 65 points
- 60 point matrix submitted on or before 31 March 2019
Invitation date: 24 May 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 323
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 30 April 2019
Invitation date: 8 May 2019
Number of invitations issued: 225
Matrix score range: 135 points to 65 points submitted up to 31 March 2019
Invitation date: 15 April 2019
Number of invitations issued: 75
Matrix score range: 145 to 75
Invitation date: 28 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 203
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 8 January 2019
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 22nd July 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 subclass.
July 04th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status as on 4th July 2019 6.40 PM Australia Canberra Time
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 132211- Finance Manager- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); CPA / CA / IPA
- 135112 -ICT Project Manager -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – ACS
- 149311 -Conference and Event Organiser- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -VETASSESS
- 149913 -Facilities Manager -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); VETASSESS
- 149914- Financial Institution Branch Manager- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – VETASSESS
- 223112 -Recruitment Consultant -Special Conditions Apply Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -VETASSESS
- 224712 -Organisation and Methods Analyst- Special Conditions Apply Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- VETASSESS
- 224999- Information and Organisation Professionals nec- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 225111- Advertising Specialist -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -VETASSESS
- 232611- Urban And Regional Planner- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -VETASSESS
- 233111- Chemical Engineer -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – Engineers Australia
- 233211 -Civil Engineer- Special Conditions Apply Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Engineers Australia
- 233214- Structural Engineer -Special Conditions Apply Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – Engineers Australia
- 233311- Electrical Engineer -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – Engineers Australia
- 233411 -Electronics Engineer -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – Engineers Australia
- 233511- Industrial Engineer- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – Engineers Australia
- 233512 -Mechanical Engineer- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – Engineers Australia
- 233513 -Production or Plant Engineer- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Engineers Australia
- 234111 -Agricultural Consultant -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); – VETASSESS
- 234112 -Agricultural Scientist -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
- 249299 -Private Tutors and Teachers nec -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; Preparedness to self-employ -VETASSESS
- 261111 -ICT Business Analyst- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
- 261112- Systems Analyst- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required- ACS
- 261311 -Analyst Programmer- Special Conditions Apply Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
- 261312 -Developer Programmer- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
- 261313 -Software Engineer- Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
- 261314- Software Tester- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required- ACS
- 261399 -Software and Applications Programmers nec -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required- ACS
- 262111- Database Administrator- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 75 points required; See additional instructions -ACS
- 262112-ICT Security Specialist -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
- 263111 -Computer Network and Systems Engineer -Special Conditions Apply Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019; See additional instructions; 75 points required -ACS
- 263112 -Network Administrator- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -ACS
- 263211- ICT Quality Assurance Engineer- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – ACS
- 263212 -ICT Support Engineer- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); – ACS
- 311215- Pharmacy Technician -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -VETASSESS
- 312111 -Architectural Draftsperson -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -VETASSESS
- 312211- Civil Engineering Draftsperson -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in the field; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -Engineers Australia / VETASSESS
- 312212 -Civil Engineering Technician -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -VETASSESS
- 312912 -Metallurgical or Materials Technician- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019- VETASSESS
- 342315- Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class)- Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Not available for High Points nomination from 04/07/2019; Not available for Chain Migration nomination from 04/07/2019 -TRA
- 511112- Program or Project Administrator -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in the field- VETASSESS
- 611211- Insurance Agent- Special Conditions Apply -Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 04th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Murray Regional Authority Update: Release of new occupations list July 2019
Murray which is one of the Regional Authority participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has announced the new list of occupations for the year 2019-20.
Please find attached the Murray Occupations List for NSW-489 subclass visa.
July 04th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 6 pm and 9 pm Sunday 7th July 2019 AEST
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
July 03rd, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Orana Regional Authority Update: Release of new occupations list for 2019-20
Orana which is one of the Regional Development Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has released its new occupations list for 2019-20.
The following are the most popular occupations that are listed in its list:
Engineering Manager 133211
Production Manager (Manufacturing) 133512
Production Manager (Mining) 133513
Supply and Distribution Manager 133611
Child Care Centre Manager 134111
Cafe or Restaurant Manager 141111
Hotel or Motel Manager 141311
Conference and Event Organiser 149311
Transport Company Manager 149413
Facilities Manager 149913
Electrical Engineer 233311
Electronics Engineer 233411
Industrial Engineer 233511
Mechanical Engineer 233512
Production or Plant Engineer 233513
Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher 241111
Primary School Teacher 241213
Middle School Teacher 241311
Secondary School Teacher 241411
Special Needs Teacher 241511
University Lecturer (Suitable for the position of Research Associate or Research Fellow in a University) 242111
Civil Engineering Draftsperson 312211
Civil Engineering Technician 312212
Electrical Engineering Draftsperson 312311
Electrical Engineering Technician 312312
Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson 312511
Mechanical Engineering Technician 312512
Chef (excludes Fast Food or Takeaway) 351311
Cook (excludes Fast Food or Takeaway) 351411
Baker 351111
Pastrycook 351112
NOTE: It is also sponsoring Accountant (General) 221111, Management Accountant 221112, Taxation Accountant 221113, External Auditor 221213 Internal Auditor 221214 which require 6 months of Australian work experience to apply for Regional Sponsorship.
NOTE: All the Accounting Occupations & Civil Engineers are closed till 1 August 2019 for Regional Sponsorship with Orana.
July 03rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
149914- Financial Institution Branch Manager -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements.
Online Application Current Status:
Immigration SA would like to advise that due to a very high volume of users, the online application system is temporarily unavailable.
If you have already commenced an application before experiencing difficulties, there is no need to restart a new application. Please do not continually refresh your web page, or call our consultants, as the team is aware of the issues being experienced.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 02nd, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Opening of sponsorship by end of July 2019
The Queensland business and skilled programs are currently closed and will NOT open on 1 July 2019. The programs are scheduled to open by the end of July (date-to-be confirmed). Please do not contact BSMQ to enquire when the programs will open. We are currently working with stakeholders to finalize the 2019-20 programs.
Businessand skilled applicants must NOT submit an EOI for the Queensland programs on 1 July 2019 or before the programs officially open. Previous EOI’s or EOI’s submitted before Queensland programs open will NOT be picked up. Skilled applicants must also ensure they have an occupation on the new QSOL before submitting an EOI.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 sub class.
July 02nd, 2019:
Trade Recognition Australia Update: Delay in processing for Migration Skills Assessment and Migration Points Advice programs
The TRA has announced that Migration Skills Assessment and Migration Points Advice programs are currently experiencing a major increase in application rates. This increase is affecting processing times and most assessments are now taking longer than 90 days to complete.
They have mentioned not to contact them for status updates, as all applications are being assessed in the order they have been received.
At this time, please allow 120 days to receive an outcome.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Skills Assessment & Point Advice with TRA.
July 02nd, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Commencement of the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 870)
DHA has announced the commencement of Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa subclass 870 effective 1st July 2019.
Applicant(s) will be able to lodge their visa applications online.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Parent visa under subclass 870.
July 01st, 2019:
189 subclass the following new visa fee:
NEW Visa Application fee effective 1 July 2019:
Base application charge – AUD 4045,
Additional applicant 18 yrs or more – AUD2020,
Additional applicant below 18 yrs age – AUD1015
Dependents 18 years above not meeting functional English requirement – AUD4885 (Second Instalment)
190 subclass the following new visa fee:
NEW Visa Application fee effective 1 July 2019:
Base application charge – AUD 4045,
Additional applicant 18 yrs or more – AUD2020,
Additional applicant below 18 yrs age – AUD1015
Dependents 18 years above not meeting functional English requirement – AUD4885 (Second Instalment)
489 (state/relative) subclass the following new visa fee:
NEW Visa Application fee effective 1 July 2019:
Base application charge – AUD 4045,
Additional applicant 18 yrs or more – AUD2020,
Additional applicant below 18 yrs age – AUD1015
Dependents 18 years above not meeting functional English requirement – AUD4885 (Second Instalment)
476 subclass visa the following new visa fee:
Base application charge – AUD 405,
Additional applicant 18 yrs or more – AUD200,
Additional applicant below 18 yrs age – AUD100
155 & 157 subclass visa the following new visa fee:
Base application charge – AUD 405,
485 subclass visa the following new visa fee:
Base application charge – AUD1,650
Additional applicant 18 yrs or more – AUD825,
Additional applicant below 18 yrs age – AUD415
July 01st, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Release of South Australia Skilled Occupations List effective 1st July 2019
South Australia has released the new skilled occupations list and supplementary list. An expanded State Nominated Occupation List (SNOL) has been published for 2019/20 with 275 occupations available for applicants residing offshore or in South Australia. Health, ICT, social welfare, STEM and trade occupations feature on the SNOL.
An additional 223 occupations are available on the Supplementary Skilled List (SSL). SSL occupations are available for the following four categories of applicants
- An international graduate of South Australia.
- Have worked in a skilled occupation in South Australia for the last 12 months.
- Have an immediate family member permanently residing in South Australia for 24 months or more.
- Have high points.
NOTE: Applications for state nomination will be OPEN on the Immigration SA Apply website from mid-afternoon on Wednesday 3 July 2019.
Summary of Changes effective July 2019:
1) High points:
South Australia continues to sponsor under High Points who have a minimum of 80 points on the Department of Home Affair’s points test (including state nomination points).
There are quotas for the high points category and during the program year, the minimum points requirement may increase and specific occupations may be closed for high points nomination.
2) ICT occupations :
Applicants for ICT occupations (with an ACS skills assessment) will be required to have a minimum of 75 points on the Department of Home Affair’s points test (including state nomination points).
Applicants in the International graduates of South Australia or the currently working in South Australia categories are only required to have 65 points for ICT occupations.
3) International students who have been long-term residents of South Australia:
Immigration SA will continue to offer the long-term resident of South Australia category. This policy recognises those current and former students that have contributed to and remained in South Australia (and no other jurisdiction) for many years, showing their ongoing commitment to the state.
A minor amendment has been made and international students who have been in South Australia continuously for the last 7 year can apply.
Immigration SA will offer state nomination for the Provisional 489 visa to any applicant who:
- Is a current or former international student residing in South Australia; AND
- Has resided continually in South Australia for the last 7 years (at time of state nomination application) and continues to reside in South Australia; AND
- Is currently:
- working in South Australia in any occupation (does not have to be at a skilled level) for at least the last 3 months (minimum of 40 hours per fortnight); OR
- studying a course with a minimum duration of one academic year in South Australia.
Applicant must meet all of the long-term residents in South Australia requirements and state nomination requirements.
Please find attached the new State Nominated Occupation List (SNOL).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
July 01st, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Southern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: New Occupations List effective 1st July 2019
Southern Inland which is one of the Regional Authority participating in regional sponsorship under NSW-489 subclass visa has announced the new list of occupations effective from 1st July 2019.
Please find attached the new list of occupations.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for NSW-489 Regional Sponsorship with Southern Inland.
July 01st, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/06/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/06/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 2679 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries, and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 957 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 231 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 437 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 1327 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 631 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 – 214 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 1267 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 502 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 1045 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 5186 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 1106 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 1518 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 717 already invited
July 01st, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Closure of Sponsorship & Occupation List
South Australia has announced that due to the annual update of the occupation list it is currently not available. A further update will be available later in the week. A news item will be published once the occupation list has been updated.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
June 27th, 2019:
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) State Sponsorship 190 subclass Update: Change in the occupation lists & guidelines effective 1 July 2019
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has announced the new list of occupations effective from 1st July 2019 for state sponsorship under 190 subclass.
The list is applicable for the following purposes:
1) ACT nomination of a Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa.
2) Regional Certifying Body support of an Employer Nomination under the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme.
The following are the changes made to the new list when compared to the earlier list:
Occupations REMOVED from the current list when compared with the previous list:
- 234212 Food Technologist
- 234517 Microbiologist
- 234518 Zoologist
- 234519 Life Scientists nec
- 234611 Medical Laboratory Scientist
- 263312 Telecommunications Network Engineer
Occupations that are moved from OPEN to CLOSED status when compared with the previous list: You will find them in CLOSED status in the new list
- 133111 Construction Project Manager
- 232511 Interior Designer
- 241213 Primary School Teacher
- 249311 Teacher of English to speakers of other languages
- 271311 Solicitor
- 351311 Chef
Occupations that are moved from ClOSED to OPEN status when compared with the previous list: You will find them in the OPEN status in the new list
- 132511 Research and development manager**
- 232611 Urban & Regional Planner
- 233999 Engineering Professionals nec
- 234111 Agricultural Consultant**
- 234112 Agricultural Scientist**
- 234211 Chemist**
- 234312 Environmental Consultant**
- 234313 Environmental Research Scientist**
- 234399 Environmental Scientists nec**
- 234411 Geologist**
- 234412 Geophysicist**
- 234413 Hydrogeologist**
- 234511 Life Scientist (general)**
- 234513 Biochemist**
- 234514 Biotechnologist**
- 234515 Botanist**
- 234516 Marine Biologist**
- 242111 University Lecturer##
- 251511 Hospital Pharmacist ##
- 251512 Industrial Pharmacist ##
- 251513 Retail Pharmacist ##
- 261111 ICT Business Analyst **
- 261112 Systems Analyst**
- 261211 Multimedia Specialist
- 261311 Analyst Programmer**
- 261312 Developer Programmer**
- 261313 Software Engineer**
- 261314 Software Tester**
- 261399 Software and Applications Programmers nec**
- 262111 Database Administrator**
- 262112 ICT Security Specialist**
- 262113 Systems Administrator**
- 263111 Computer Network & Systems Engineer**
- 263112 Network Administrator**
- 263113 Network Analyst**
- 263211 ICT Quality Assurance Engineer**
- 263212 ICT Support Engineer**
- 263213 ICT Systems Test Engineer**
- 263299 ICT Support and Test Engineers (nec)**
- 263311 Telecommunications Engineer**
NOTE:
- Where occupations are marked as ^^ – Registration or licencing is required
- Where occupations are marked as ** – Employment Caveat. Minimum one year ACT employment contract (in the nominated occupation). The employment must be with a medium to large enterprise (50 plus employees) located in the ACT; or an academic appointment at an ACT tertiary institution.
- Where occupations are marked as ## – Minimum one-year employment contract with an ACT employer in the nominated occupation
- ACT doesn’t sponsor for 489 subclass region sponsored visa.
Please find attached the new list of occupations effective 1 July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
June 27th, 2019:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: Experiencing System Outages
Engineers Australia has announced that they are currently experiencing intermittent system outages, may impact the online applications, please try again later or contact our Member Services Team on 1300 653 113 or memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
June 26th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable between:
* 5 pm Sunday 30th June and 6 am Monday 1st July 2019 AEST
Suspension of BPAY Request Payment option:
The BPAY Request payment option will be unavailable from Monday 24th June 2019 until Monday 1st July 2019.
Payment by credit card, Paypal and UnionPay are still available.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
June 25th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
141999 -Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
June 21st, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Website maintenance – Saturday 22 June 2019
DHA has announced that the following websites will be unavailable for short periods between 4 pm and 10 pm Saturday 22 June 2019 (AEST):
- https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.abf.gov.au
- https://osb.homeaffairs.gov.au
During the outage, you can still access ImmiAccount, VEVO, and TRS by going directly to their webpage. In addition, VEVO and TRS users are encouraged to download the relevant mobile app.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
June 19th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
331213 -Joiner- Special Conditions Apply -Competent English -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
June 17th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Closure of sponsorship process effective 24 June 2019
South Australia has announced that to complete system updates for the new program year Immigration SA will be closing the General Skilled Migration (GSM) state nomination 190/489 application system from 9 am on Monday 24 June and will re-open in the
the first week of July (the date and time will be confirmed at the start of July).
If the applicant(s) have commenced a 190/489 application, will need to submit & pay for the application prior to the system being closed.
From 9 am on 24 June, incomplete applications will be deleted, this includes applications that have been “saved but not submitted” and applications that have been “submitted but are still awaiting payment”.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclasses.
June 17th, 2019:
NSW-489 subclass Southern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update: Closure of Sponsorship
NSW – 489 subclass Southern Inland Regional Authority has announced that 489 and 187 Applications will cease processing for a short period of time due to the end of the financial year. They will not be able to process applications from midday Friday 14 June 2019 until the start of the new financial year in July 2019. Exact date to be confirmed.
There are 9 regional authorities participating in NSW – 489 subclass sponsorship.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW Southern Inland under 489 subclass.
June 14th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121321- Poultry Farmer- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English;- Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
411713- Family Support Worker -Special Conditions Apply- Competent English;- Provisional 489 visa only- ACWA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
June 13th, 2019:
Victoria State Sponsorship Update: New Online Nomination Application
Victoria state authorities have announced that in the afternoon of Monday 15 July 2019, Victoria’s Skilled and Business Migration Program will be launching a new online application system for visa nomination.
The new system will allow you to:
- Track the progress of your application
- Access your account from multiple devices – from mobile to desktop.
What you need to know:
- No visa nomination applications can be submitted on the Live in Melbourne website between 4.00pm Wednesday 10 July 2019 (AEST) and Monday 15 July 2019
- If anyone has an existing account, will not be able to login to the system from 4.00pm Wednesday 10 July 2019
- If anyone has a draft nomination application saved in the system, will need to submit it by 4.00pm on Wednesday 10 July or restart the application in the new system on Monday 15 July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Victoria under 190 or 489 subclass.
June 11th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,11/06/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 11 June 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 652
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 145 to 65 points
- 60 point matrix submitted on or before 31 March 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 24 May 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 323
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 30 April 2019
Invitation date: 8 May 2019
Number of invitations issued: 225
Matrix score range: 135 points to 65 points submitted up to 31 March 2019
Invitation date: 15 April 2019
Number of invitations issued: 75
Matrix score range: 145 to 75
Invitation date: 28 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 203
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 8 January 2019
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on 5th July 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
June 7th, 2019:
NSW-489 sub class – Orana Regional Authority Sponsorship Update: Change in the application process and requirements
Orana which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsorship 489 sub class Regional Sponsorship visa has announced that from the 1st of June 2019 RDA Orana is introducing a Expression of Interest (EOI) process to be undertaken before a full application, to screen applicants committed to living and working in the Orana region.
Specific conditions for Orana region nomination
For June they will ONLY be assessing EOI from those who have been living in the Orana region for at least 6 months AND working for at least 6 months, more than 30 hours per week.
The role applicant have been working in MUST be suitable for classification under one of the Short/ Medium/ Long term skills lists for the Orana region. That is, the occupation must be eligible for a 482, 489, 187 visa in the Orana. They will also accept applications for Aged Care workers.
ANZSCO Level 1 Occupations require ‘Proficient’ English.
They stated that if the applicant is interested in submitting an Expression of Interest in June 2019 and have been living in the Orana region for at least 6 months but are not sure if you meet the criteria, they asked to please contact the skilled migration team at migration@rdaorana.org.au BEFORE he/she submits an Expression of Interest. WHERE APPLICANT APPLIES AND DO NOT MEET THE CRITERIA, THE EOI WILL NOT PROGRESS & THERE WILL NOT BE REFUNDED.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Orana for NSW-489 sub class visa.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
323211- Fitter (General)- Low Availability- Competent English- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
June 06th, 2019:
Australian Psychological Society (APS) Skills Assessment Update: Change in the skills assessment fee
Australian Psychological Society has announced a change in the skills assessment fee effective June 2019. It assesses the psychologist occupation.
Migration as a psychologist: Assessment fee – 1 June 2019 -31 May 2020
Applying from within Australia – $1171.00(inc GST)
Applying from outside Australia – $1065.00(GST free)
Employment Assessment Fee:
- Fee for the Assessment of skilled employment history is $715.50, for services conducted in Australia but delivered outside of Australia (GST free)
- Fee for the Assessment of skilled employment history is $795.00, for services conducted in Australia and delivered within Australia (includes GST)
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with APS.
June 06th, 2019:
Australian Psychological Society (APS) Skills Assessment Update: Change in the skills assessment fee
Australian Psychological Society has announced a change in the skills assessment fee effective June 2019. It assesses the psychologist occupation.
Migration as a psychologist: Assessment fee – 1 June 2019 -31 May 2020
Applying from within Australia – $1171.00(inc GST)
Applying from outside Australia – $1065.00(GST free)
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with APS.
June 03rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 254412 -Registered Nurse (Aged Care) -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in the field- ANMAC
- 411411- Enrolled Nurse -Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 489 visa only- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
June 03rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254412 -Registered Nurse (Aged Care) -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in the field- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
May 31st, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the Department will be performing scheduled system maintenance that will affect payment functionality in ImmiAccount on the following dates/times AEST (GMT+10):
- 2 pm to 11:59 pm Saturday 1 June 2019
You will still be able to start, edit, and attach documents to a Visa or Citizenship application during the outage period.
If you try to make a payment for an application or a LegendCom Subscription while maintenance is in progress, one of the following errors will be displayed:
- ‘we are currently experiencing a technical issue with our systems. You will not be able to proceed with this application at this time as this service is temporarily unavailable’.
- ‘the payment system is currently not available’.
To make a payment, please try again after 11:59 pm on Saturday 1 June 2019 AEST (GMT+10).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
May 28th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: CURRENT SYSTEM ISSUE
DHA has announced that some clients have reported that they are receiving a ‘system is temporarily unavailable’ error message when filling out online visa application forms. They are aware of the issue and their technical teams are currently investigating.
If the visa is due to expire within the next 24 hours, please contact the Department.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
May 27th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
261211- Multimedia Specialist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required;- See additional instructions -ACS
313112- ICT Customer Support Officer -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclasses.
May 24th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,24/05/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 24 May 2019
Number of Invitations Issued: 323
Matrix score range:
- All Matrix submitted with 135 to 70 points
- 65 point matrix submitted on or before 30 April 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 8 May 2019
Number of invitations issued: 225
Matrix score range: 135 points to 65 points submitted up to 31 March 2019
Invitation date: 15 April 2019
Number of invitations issued: 75
Matrix score range: 145 to 75
Invitation date: 28 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 203
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 8 January 2019
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on 11th June 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
May 22nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
261211- Multimedia Specialist -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; -See additional instructions -ACS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
May 21st, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 09/05/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 09/05/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
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- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 2666 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 952 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 231 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 433 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 1319 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 629 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 – 213 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 1261 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 499 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 1040 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 5163 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 1104 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 1514 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 713 already invited
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa under 189, 190 & 489 sub class.
May 20th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
351411 -Cook- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; -Provisional 489 visa only -TRA
391111- Hairdresser- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English;- Provisional 489 visa only; -3 years’ work experience in field; South Australian graduates must be currently working in their field in South Australia for the last 12 months- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
May 16th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
252411- Occupational Therapist- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -3 years’ work experience in field -OTC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
May 16th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that LEGENDcom will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEST (GMT+10):
* 2pm to 6pm on Saturday 18th May 2019.
ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* midnight to 4am on Monday 20th May 2019
* 5am to 8am on Wednesday 22nd May 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
May 15th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
222112- Finance Broker- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
May 14th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
149212 -Customer Service Manager -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient Plus English (or Superior overall); -Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
May 13th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
232212- Surveyor -Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) -SSSI
241111 -Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -AITSL
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
May 13th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Release of DAMA Occupation Lists applicable for 482 sub class
Immigration SA has released further information relating to South Australia’s Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA) which is now available. It has released the following:
- Details of the two DAMA Occupation Lists
1) Adelaide Innovation and Technology Agreement
There are 60 occupations on the Adelaide Innovation and Technology Agreement which supports the Adelaide City Deal. These occupations provide employers in the defence, space, and advanced manufacturing and technology industries with the ability to access and retain a highly-skilled workforce.
2) South Australian Regional Workforce Agreement
There are 114 occupations on the South Australian Regional Workforce Agreement which provide employers in key regional growth industries of agribusiness, health and aged care, hospitality and tourism, mining and construction sectors with the ability to access and retain a skilled workforce.
- Information relating to Employer Eligibility
Further details relating to the DAMA application process and how to apply will be released by 1 July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants under Temporary Skills Shortage visa (subclass 482).
May 13th, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Closure of Regional Sponsorship
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced closure of Regional Sponsorship and stated that it will post a new list of occupations for the year 2019-2020 in July/August 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Central West NSW under 489 sub class.
May 10th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status:
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
331213 -Joiner -Low Availability -Competent English- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
May 10th, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Closure of BSMQ skilled program:
The Queensland authorities have announced that the skilled state nomination program has now closed 10 May 2018 at 12 pm. BSMQ will continue to process those EOI’s that have previously been lodged from 18 April – 10 May 2019 12 pm until the quota has been reached.
Please do not contact them regarding the progress of your EOI as this will slow down the processing team from finalising applications.
The Queensland business and skilled state nomination programs will re-open again with new quotas and new criteria for 2019-20 financial year in early July 2019.
At this time of re-opening applicant(s) will need to submit a NEW EOI as they will not be selecting any previously submitted or updated EOIs prior to re-opening.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Queensland State Sponsorship under 190 & 489 subclass.
May 10th, 2019:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: Change in Skills Assessment Fee:
Engineers Australia has announced that fees for the Migration Skills Assessment services will change on the 1 September 2019. The following are the details of fees for various applications:
Competency Demonstration Report +Relevant Skilled Employment Assessment (+$360 Excl. GST) –AUD 1,155.00+GST
Fast Track Fee – AUD 305.00+GST
Standard Competency Demonstration Report – AUD 795.00+GST
Separate Relevant Skilled Employment Assessment – AUD 410.00+GST
Please find attached the complete details of the new fees that is applicable from 1 September 2019.
Please update all your clients accordingly.
May 09th, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Removal of Occupations
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced earlier has restarted the Regional Sponsorship and released a new list that it is going to sponsor till 30/6/2019.
OCCUPATIONS CLOSING on 10th May 2019 at 9:30 am:
- Child Care Centre Manager (ANZSCO 134111)
- General Practitioner (ANZSCO 253111)
- Registered Nurse – Mental Health (ANZSCO 254422)
OCCUPATIONS THAT ARE NOW CLOSED:
- Agricultural Scientist (ANZSCO 234112) – CLOSED 18/4/19 at 9:30 am
- Registered Nurse Aged Care (ANZSCO 254412) – CLOSED 18/4/19 at 9:30 am
- MOTOR MECHANIC (ANZSCO 321211) – CLOSED 3/4/19 at 9:30 am.
- CHEF (ANZSCO 351311) – CLOSED 4/4/19 AT 5:00 pm.
- REGISTERED NURSE NEC (ANZSCO 254499) – CLOSED 8/4/19 at 3:00 pm.
- REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL (ANZSCO 254418) – CLOSED 8/4/19 at 3:00 pm.
- Early Childhood Teacher (ANZSCO 241111) – CLOSED 11/4/19 at 9:30 am.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Central West – NSW under 489 sub class.
May 08th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 224214 -Records Manager -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
- 342311 -Business Machine Mechanic- Special Conditions Apply -Competent English- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
May 08th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,08/05/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 8 May 2019
Number of invitations issued: 225
Matrix score range: 135 points to 65 points submitted up to 31 March 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 15 April 2019
Number of invitations issued: 75
Matrix score range: 145 to 75
Invitation date: 28 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 203
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 8 January 2019
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on or before 24 May 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
May 06th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
272511- Social Worker -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) -AASW
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
May 03rd, 2019:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: Planned System Outage
Engineers Australia has announced that access to myPortal will be unavailable from 7:00 pm AEST Friday 3rd May 2019 to 10:00 am AEST Saturday 04th May 2019 for system maintenance.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Skills Assessment with Engineers Australia.
May 03rd, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
Department of Home Affairs has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEST (GMT+10):
* 5 am to 8 am on Wednesday 8th May 2019
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on Info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
April 29th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 224113 -Statistician- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 612115 -Real Estate Representative -Special Conditions Apply- Proficient Plus English (or Superior overall);- Provisional 489 visa only; Must be prepared to undertake relevant registration course(s) and familiarise with local market- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 29th, 2019:
NSW-489 sub class- Mid North Coast Update: Closure of nomination process
Mid North Coast which is one of the 9 regional authorities participating in 489 sub class visa has announced that Expression of Interests for the Skilled Regional Sponsored Visa (SRS) 489 program on the NSW Mid North Coast will CLOSE at 11:59pm Monday 29 April 2019. No EOIs will be reviewed or accepted after this time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship under 489 sub class with NSW-Mid North Coast.
April 24th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
222111- Commodities Trader- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Research job opportunities for your particular specialisation -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 24th, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship: Summary of occupation changes for ‘Working in Queensland’ and ‘Masters’ and ‘PhD’ QSOLs
The following are summary of changes to ‘Working in Queensland’ and ‘Masters’ and ‘PhD’ QSOLs
Occupations added for subclass 489 and 190:
- Arts Administrator or Manager (ANZSCO code 139911)
- Dancer or Choreographer (ANZSCO code 211112)
- Music Director (ANZSCO code 211212)
- Artistic Director (ANZSCO code 212111)
- Environmental Manager (ANZSCO code 139912)
- Musician (Instrumental) (ANZSCO code 211213)
- Statistician (ANZSCO code 224113)
- Economist (ANZSCO code 224311)
- Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) (ANZSCO code 233611)
- Petroleum Engineer (ANZSCO code 233612)
- Engineering Professionals nec (ANZSCO code 233999)
- Chemist (ANZSCO code 234211)
- Food Technologist (ANZSCO code 234212)
- Environmental Consultant (ANZSCO code 234312)
- Environmental Research Scientist (ANZSCO code 234313)
- Environmental Scientists nec (ANZSCO code 234399)
- Geophysicist (ANZSCO code 234412)
- Hydrogeologist (ANZSCO code 234413)
- Life Scientist (General) (ANZSCO code 234511)
- Biochemist (ANZSCO code 234513)
- Biotechnologist (ANZSCO code 234514)
- Botanist (ANZSCO code 234515)
- Marine Biologist (ANZSCO code 234516)
- Microbiologist (ANZSCO code 234517)
- Zoologist (ANZSCO code 234518)
- Life Scientists nec (ANZSCO code 234599)
- Conservator (ANZSCO code 234911)
- Metallurgist (ANZSCO code 234912)
- Meteorologist (ANZSCO code 234913)
- Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec (ANZSCO code 234999)
- University Lecturer (ANZSCO code 242111)
- Multimedia Specialist (ANZSCO code 261211)
- Telecommunications network planner (ANZSCO code 313213)
- Pressure welder (ANZSCO code 322312)
- Construction Project Manager (ANZSCO code 133111) (Re-added, formerly removed for this FY)
- Quantity Surveyor (ANZSCO code 233213) (Re-added, formerly removed for this FY)
- Registered Nurse (Aged Care) (ANZSCO code 254412) (Re-added, formerly removed for this FY)
Occupations added for subclass 489 only:
- Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) (ANZSCO code 254415)
- Dentist (ANZSCO code 252312)
- Anaesthetist (ANZSCO code 253211)
Occupations removed:
- Systems Analyst (ANZSCO code 261112)
- Computer Network and Systems Engineer (ANZSCO code 263111)
- Software Tester (ANZSCO code 261314)
PhD alumni:
- Entire instrument LIN 19/051 is available
- University Lecturer (ANZSCO code 242111) – must meet working in Queensland requirements
Please note that the below previously removed occupations for this FY are still unavailable:
- ICT Business Analyst – 261111
- Marketing Specialist – 225113
- Finance Manager – 132211
- Developer Programmer – 261312
- Software Engineer – 261313
- Civil Engineer – 233211
- Electrical Engineer – 233311
- Mechanical Engineer – 233512
- Accountant (General) – 221111
- Engineering Technologist – 233914
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 24th, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Reopening of Sponsorship for applicants working in Queensland, Masters & PhD streams
Queensland state authorities have announced that BSMQ has received additional quota for the skilled program and is re- opening the ‘Working in Queensland, ‘Masters’ and ‘PhD’ Queensland Skilled Occupation Lists from Thursday, 18 April 2019. Once this quota has been filled the program will close again until July 2019.
These lists have been changed (some occupations added and removed), so please review these lists carefully before submitting an EOI through SkillSelect.
1) Only EOI’s submitted from the 18 April 2019 will be picked up.
2) EOIs submitted prior to this date will not be picked up. If you have lodged an EOI in the past and not received an invitation you will need to submit a NEW EOI from 18 April 2019.
3) Applicants must be ONSHORE only and meet the onshore criteria for working in Queensland – including being employed for 6 months in the nominated occupation before submitting an EOI, and have an ongoing job offer for at least a year.
4) Queensland Masters graduates must be currently working in the nominated occupation and have continual ongoing employment for at least 12 months.
5) PhD graduates are not required to have a job, however there is an exception for the occupation of University Lecturer. PhD applicants applying under the occupation of University Lecturer (ANZSCO code 242111), must meet working in Queensland criteria including having been employed for six months in their nominated occupation and have continual ongoing employment for at least 12 months.
Invitations to suitable candidates will start to be sent out from Wednesday, 24 April 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 24th, 2019:
ANZAC Day Holiday in Australia
Please note that most of the authorities in Australia will be closed for ANZAC Day on Thursday 25th of April and re-open on Friday 26th of April.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Australia Immigration.
April 23rd, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/4/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/4/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 2653 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 947 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 230 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 431 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 1315 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 626 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 – 212 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 1255 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 496 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 1035 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 5138 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 1100 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 1506 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 710 already invited
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa under 189, 190 & 489 sub classes.
April 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254412 -Registered Nurse (Aged Care)- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- 5 years’ work experience in field- ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 18th, 2019:
Closure for Good Friday & Easter Monday
Please note that most of the authorities in Australia will be closed on Friday, 19 April and Monday, 22 April due to the Good Friday and Easter Monday public holidays. They will re-open at 9am on Tuesday, 23 April 2019. They have wished you a safe and happy Easter break.
We can continue filing the applications online wherever applicable during this period.
Please update all your clients accordingly.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
312311- Electrical Engineering Draftsperson- Special Conditions Apply -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- Engineers Australia
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 18th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Website maintenance – Saturday 20 April to Sunday 21 April 2019
DHA has announced that the following websites will be unavailable from 2pm Saturday 20 April to 9am Sunday 21 April 2019 (AEST):
- https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.abf.gov.au
- https://archive.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/lindareynolds
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/peterdutton
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidcoleman
- https://www.livingsafetogether.gov.au
- https://www.nationalsecurity.gov.au
- https://www.triplezero.gov.au
- https://news.cicentre.gov.au
- https://www.dvs.gov.au
- https://www.organisationalresilience.gov.au
- https://www.tisn.gov.au
- https://www.disasterassist.gov.au
During the outage, you can still access ImmiAccount, VEVO and TRS by going directly to their webpage. In addition, VEVO and TRS users are encouraged to download the relevant mobile app.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
April 17th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
232212- Surveyor-Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)- SSSI
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 17th, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Removal of Occupations
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced earlier has restarted the Regional Sponsorship and released a new list that it is going to sponsor till 30/6/2019.
PLEASE BE ADVISED registrations for the following occupation’s will CLOSE 18th April 2019 at 9:30 am:
- Agricultural Scientist (ANZSCO 234112)
- Registered Nurse Aged Care (ANZSCO 254412)
Occupations that are now Closed:
- Motor Mechanic (ANZSCO 321211) – CLOSED 3/4/19 at 9:30 am.
- Chef (ANZSCO 351311) – CLOSED 4/4/19 AT 5:00 pm.
- Registered Nurse Nec (ANZSCO 254499) – CLOSED 8/4/19 at 3:00 pm.
- Registered Nurse Medical (ANZSCO 254418) – CLOSED 8/4/19 at 3:00 pm.
- Early Childhood Teacher (ANZSCO 241111) – CLOSED 11/4/19 at 9:30 am.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Central West of NSW under 489 sub class.
April 15th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,15/04/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 15 April 2019
Number of invitations issued: 75
Matrix score range: 145 to 75
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 28 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 203
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 8 January 2019
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on 6 May 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
April 15th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
224113- Statistician -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 12th, 2019:
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: System Maintenance
Engineers Australia has announced that their Site is temporarily unavailable and advised that access to myPortal will be unavailable from Friday 12th 2019 5:00PM to Friday 12th 2019 11:00 PM for system maintenance.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
April 10th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
351311- Chef -Low Availability- Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 or 489 sub class visa.
April 10th, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Removal of Occupation
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced earlier has restarted the Regional Sponsorship and released a new list that it is going to sponsor till 30/6/2019.
PLEASE BE ADVISED registrations for the following occupation will CLOSE 11th April 2019 at 9:30 am:
- Early Childhood Teacher (ANZSCO 241111)
OCCUPATIONS THAT ARE NOW CLOSED:
- MOTOR MECHANIC (ANZSCO 321211) – CLOSED 3/4/19 at 9:30 am.
- CHEF (ANZSCO 351311) – CLOSED 4/4/19 AT 5:00 pm.
- REGISTERED NURSE NEC (ANZSCO 254499) – CLOSED 8/4/19 at 3:00 pm.
- REGISTERED NURSE MEDICAL (ANZSCO 254418) – CLOSED 8/4/19 at 3:00 pm.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Central West of NSW under 489 sub class.
April 10th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEST (GMT+10):
* 4am to 8am on Wednesday 17th April 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
April 09th, 2019:
Changes to Points Test effective November 2019.
In case of Skilled Migration – DHA might make the below changes to the Points Test effective November 2019
- Nomination by a State or Territory government agency or sponsorship by a family member residing in regional Australia, to live and work in regional Australia. – 15 points currently it is 10 points
- Skilled spouse or de facto partner – 10 points currently it is 5 points
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) qualifications – 10 points currently we don’t have any points further details required to conclude on these points.
- Spouse or de facto partner with ‘competent English’ – 5 points currently we don’t have any points
- Applicants without a spouse or de facto partner – 10 points currently we don’t have any points.
NOTE: We are still waiting for a detailed announcement by DHA regarding the above-mentioned changes, and these are likely to be implemented effective Nov 2019, however it depends upon DHA. Further expecting few other changes relating to the introduction of New Temporary Regional Visas.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying under General Skilled Migration.
April 08th, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Removal of Occupation
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced earlier has restarted the Regional Sponsorship and released a new list that it is going to sponsor till 30/6/2019.
PLEASE BE ADVISED registrations for the following occupation will CLOSE 8th April 2019 at 3 PM:
- REGISTERED NURSE NEC – ANZSCO 254499
- REGISTERED NURSE (MEDICAL) – ANZSCO 254418
Occupations that are already NOW CLOSED:
- MOTOR MECHANIC – ANZSCO 321211 – CLOSED 3/4/19 at 9:30 am.
- CHEF – ANZSCO 351311 – CLOSED 4/4/19 AT 5:00 pm.
April 4th, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Removal of Occupation
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced earlier has restarted the Regional Sponsorship and released a new list that it is going to sponsor till 30/6/2019.
PLEASE BE ADVISED registrations for the following occupation will CLOSE 4th April 2019 at 5 PM:
- Chef – ANZSCO 351311
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Central West under NSW-489 sub class.
April 3rd, 2019:
Changes in visa application fees
- Base VACs for visa subclasses, except the Visitor Subclass 600, will increase by 5.4% from 1 July 2019
- No increase to second instalment VACs
Changes in Skilled Migration Points Test – Secondary Skilled Migrants, Relief for those who like to claim points on spouse!
- From November 2019, points test will be adjusted to award additional points, to the primary applicants, where their partner has competent English, but cannot meet the requirements for skilled partner points
- Single applicants will also be awarded additional points to ensure they are not disadvantaged – how this will occur has not been detailed
Extension of Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) visa for regional graduates
- An additional 12 month second post-study work visa for international graduates providing a total of three years.
Destination Australia Program – Regional study for international students
- Scholarships for international and domestic students to study in regional Australia for higher education or vocational education qualifications
April 02nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 141111 -Cafe or Restaurant Manager -Special Conditions Apply-Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
- 313199- ICT Support Technicians nec- Special Conditions Apply-Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
April 02nd, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Removal of Occupation
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced earlier has restarted the Regional Sponsorship and released a new list that it is going to sponsor till 30/6/2019.
Please note that the following occupation will CLOSE on 3rd April 2019 at 9:30 am:
- MOTOR MECHANIC – ANZSCO 321211
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Central West of NSW under 489 sub class.
April 02nd, 2019:
Central West Regional Authority – NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Update: Reopening of the sponsorship & release of new occupation list.
Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW- 489 sub class visa as announced earlier has restarted the Regional Sponsorship and released a new list that it is going to sponsor till 30/6/2019.
How to Apply:
RDA Central West have a two-step process for Round Two of the Central West Occupation List for 2018/2019.
The Two-Step Process:
Step One – ‘Registration of Interest’:
RDACW will require some key information and documents via their online form on their website. The documents required for registration can be up-loaded (file upload) to the form. There is no cost (no fees) to register. Registrations will be processed as quickly as possible (estimated up to 3 weeks).
Step Two – ‘Invitation to Apply’:
RDACW will request a full application for NSW Nomination via email -migration@rdacentralwest.org.au.
Applications will be processed in 6 weeks from the time of receipt by RDACW.
Please find attached the Central West list.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Central West of NSW under 489 sub class.
April 02nd, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times:
* 1am AEDT to 4am AEST on Sunday 7th April 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
April 01st, 2019:
AITSL Skills Assessment Update: Notice of change to AITSL Assessment for Migration Fee Structure – EFFECTIVE 01 JULY 2019
AITSL has announced that on 1 July 2019, the AITSL Assessment for Migration fees, including assessment application fee, appeal, skilled employment statement (SES) and additional copy of assessment outcome fees will change.
The new fees will apply to all applications submitted via our online applicant portal from 1 July 2019 onwards. Applications submitted up to and including 30 June 2019 will pay the 2018 fee..
- Assessment of application – AUD845 (Earlier AUD830)
- Appeal of assessment outcome – AUD845 (Earlier AUD830)
- Skilled Employment Statement (SES) – AUD228
- Additional copy of assessment outcome* – AUD97
*A fee applies when an additional copy is requested of a certificate with a reference number starting with WAMS.
Note: Goods and services tax (GST) – No GST is charged on any AITSL Assessment for Migration fee. The above fees are final.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AITSL.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on Info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
March 30th, 2019:
Northern Inland – 489 sub class NSW State Update: Closure of Regional Sponsorship
Northern Inland which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW – 489 sub class visa has announced that effective 23:59 (AEDT) Sunday the 31st of March 2019 they will no longer be accepting applications for sponsorship.
Applications received before this date will still be assessed for nomination, but may not be nominated by the NSW State Government until after the 1st of July 2019. They will be prioritising according to need and urgency in relation to an applicant’s current visa expiry and the date the application was received.
They have stated that their normal application process will resume from the 1st of July 2019.
March 28th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,28/03/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 28 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 203
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 8 January 2019
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on
15th April 2019
March 26th, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 10/3/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 10/3/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 2640 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 942 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 230 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 429 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 1315 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 626 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 – 211 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 1249 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 493 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 1030 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 5113 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 1095 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 1498 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 707 already invited
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa under 189, 190 & 489 sub class.
March 26th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 222111- Commodities Trader- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Research job opportunities for your particular specialisation- VETASSESS
- 224214 – Records Manager – Low Availability – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
March 26th, 2019:
AITSL Skills Assessment Update: Online Application Process
AITSL has announced that applications can now be done online. No more postal mail and hard copies plus secure online payment. Please note they will continue to accept paper-based applications until 30 April 2019.
Document preparation:
The online Applicant portal requires uploading of documents to support your application. Uploaded documents must meet the following specifications.
Document file type
The following file types can be uploaded in the Applicant portal. Each document must be in colour, no larger than 20 MB and must have a minimum resolution of 300dpi.
- Jpeg/jpg
- Png
- Tiff
- Bmp
When uploading documents of multiple pages please ensure documents are submitted in a single file. For example, a final academic transcript over multiple pages should be uploaded a single PDF file.
If a document is double sided please remember to scan both sides of the document, to ensure that all relevant information is included in your application.
AITSL will not accept:
- Copies that are missing part of a document (header, footer, all pages)
- Copies of photographs
- Black and white copies
- Low resolution copies
- Copies of copies
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AITSL.
March 26th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that Immi Account will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 5am to 8am on Wednesday 27th March 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
March 25th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 261399- Software and Applications Programmers nec-Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; See additional instructions-ACS
- 252411 -Occupational Therapist- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field-OTC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
261399- Software and Applications Programmers nec-Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; See additional instructions-ACS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
March 23rd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
261399 -Software and Applications Programmers nec-Low Availability Proficient English (or Proficient Plus
overall);- Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; See additional instructions-ACS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
March 22nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
612112- Property Manager -Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 489 visa only; Must be prepared to undertake relevant registration course(s) and familiarise with local market-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
March 22nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: DAMA Program
The Government of South Australia has announced that is currently finalising the details of the Designated Area Migration Agreements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
- The Designated Area Migration Agreements will enable South Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers for positions they are unable to fill with local workers.
- The Designated Area Migration Agreements will provide access to additional occupations and concessions to the standard migration program.
- South Australia’s Designated Area Migration Agreements will utilise the labour agreement stream of the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482).
- Businesses will enter into a labour agreement with the Australian Government and workers will then be granted a subclass 482 visa.
- As the Agreements are an employer-sponsored visa program, individual workers cannot apply for a visa independently.
It is expected the Designated Area Migration Agreements will be rolled out over the next few months.
This update is applicable for all the applicants willing to apply for 482 subclass visa under DAMA with South Australia.
March 22nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
351112- Pastry Cook- Special Conditions Apply-Competent English;- Provisional 489 visa only-TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 subclass.
March 18th, 2019:
Tasmania State Sponsorship Update: Change in the Occupation List
Tasmania State has updated its TSOL (Tasmania Skilled Occupation List). The following occupation has been REMOVED from the list when compared with the previous list.
399312 – Library Technician – VETASSESS
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Tasmania under 489 sub class.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 5am to 8am on Wednesday 20th March 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
March 15th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 222112 -Finance Broker- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 224113 -Statistician -Special Conditions -Apply Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
- 313199 -ICT Support Technicians nec- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
March 14th, 2019:
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) State Sponsorship Update: Skilled Occupation List updated
ACT has updated its skilled occupation list for state nomination under 190 sub class. The following are the changes that have been made to the list.
Occupations REMOVED from the list:
253211 Anaesthetist – This occupation has been removed from Open Occupations
The following occupations were REMOVED from Closed Occupations
121111 Aquaculture Farmer
121211 Cotton Grower
121213 Fruit or Nut Grower
121214 Grain, Oilseed or Pasture Grower
121216 Mixed Crop Farmer
121217 Sugar Cane Grower
121299 Crop Farmers nec
121312 Beef Cattle Farmer
121313 Dairy Cattle Farmer
121317 Mixed Livestock Farmer
121318 Pig Farmer
121322 Sheep Farmer
121399 Livestock Farmers nec
121411 Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer
211499 Visual Arts & Crafts Professionals (nec)
252312 Dentist
323215 Textile, Clothing & Footwear Mechanic
323316 Watch & Clock Maker & Repairer
399211 Chemical Plant Operator
399312 Library Technician
Occupations ADDED to the list. All the following occupations have been added as Closed Occupations to the list:
139912 Environmental Manager
211213 Musician (Instrumental)
224113 Statistician
224311 Economist
233611 Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)
233612 Petroleum Engineer
233999 Engineering Professionals nec
234211Chemist
234212 Food Technologist
234312 Environmental Consultant
234313 Environmental Research Scientist
234399 Environmental Scientists nec
234412 Geophysicist
234413 Hydrogeologist
234511 Life Scientist (general)
234513 Biochemist
234514 Biotechnologist
234515 Botanist
234516 Marine Biologist
234517 Microbiologist
234518 Zoologist
234519 Life Scientists nec
234911 Conservator
234912 Metallurgist
234913 Meteorologist
234999 Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec
242111 University Lecturer
261211 Multimedia Specialist
261399 Software and Applications Programmers nec
322312 Pressure welder
361112 Horse Trainer
NOTE: In order to file for state nomination we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and wait for an invite from ACT to apply for State Sponsorship. We can file the Canberra Matrix even if the occupation is in closed status.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
Tasmania State Sponsorship Update: TSOL Amended
Tasmania State has amended its TSOL (Tasmania Skilled Occupations List). It has also mentioned the occupations that are eligible for 190 sub class visa in TSOL. Further the following the occupations that have been ADDED to the list when compared with the previous list.
- 254424- Registered Nurses (Surgical) -ANMAC
- 254425- Registered Nurses (Paediatrics) -ANMAC
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Tasmania under 190 & 489 sub class.
Engineers Australia Skills Assessment Update: Upcoming Infrastructure Changes to the System
Engineers Australia has announced that it will be upgrading its IT infrastructure at the end of March. Engineers Australia’s online portal will be temporarily made unavailable during 22- 25 March. During this time, applicant(s) will not be able to log in to EA’s Portal to initiate, submit or continue your application.
If you would like to submit any new applications should be submitted before 22 March 2019. All the unsubmitted applications will be cancelled.
Applications which are submitted by making the payment will be processed according and Engineers Australia assessors will communicate through e-mail during this system down time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Engineers Australia.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 2pm to 5pm on Saturday 16th March 2019
* midnight to 4am on Monday 18th March 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
March 13th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Changes to the SNOL and SSL
South Australia has announced that as per yesterday’s announcement from Commonwealth Department of Home Affairs they have changes this week (with immediate effect) to the combined list of eligible skilled occupations.
As a result of these changes, Immigration SA has reviewed the State Nominated Occupation List (SNOL) and Supplementary Skilled List (SSL).
The following occupations will be added to Immigration SA’s occupation lists in the afternoon of Friday 15 March, 2019.
The following occupations will be added to the State Nomination Occupation List (SNOL):
- 224113 – Statistician – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
- 261211 – Multimedia Specialist – Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; See additional instructions – ACS
- 261399 – Software and Applications Programmers nec – Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; See additional instructions – ACS
The following occupations are to be added to the Supplementary Skilled List (SSL):
- 121314 – Deer Farmer – Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
- 121315 – Goat Farmer – Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
- 139912 – Environmental Manager – Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
- 211213 – Musician (Instrumental) – Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; Preparedness to self-employ – VETASSESS
- 224113 – Statistician – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) – VETASSESS
- 224311 – Economist – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)- VETASSESS
- 233611 – Mining Engineer (Excluding Petroleum)– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) -Engineers Australia
- 233612 – Petroleum Engineer – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) – Engineers Australia
- 233999 – Engineering Professionals nec – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) -Engineers Australia
- 234211 – Chemist – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234212 – Food Technologist -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
- 234312 – Environmental Consultant -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
- 234313 – Environmental Research Scientist – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234399 – Environmental Scientist nec -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234412 – Geophysicist– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234413 – Hydrogeologist -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234511 – Life Scientist (General) -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234513 – Biochemist -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
- 234514 – Biotechnologist– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234515 – Botanist -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234516 – Marine Biologist – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234517- Microbiologist– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234518 – Zoologist– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234599 – Life Scientists nec– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
- 234911- Conservator– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234912- Metallurgist– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
- 234913-Meteorologist -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 234999 – Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec– Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
- 242111 – University Lecturer– Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall)- VETASSESS
- 313213 – Telecommunications Network Planner -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) – Engineers Australia
- 322312 – Pressure Welder– Competent English -TRA
- 361112 -Horse Trainer – Competent English; Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – TRA
The following occupations were removed from the STSOL and are no longer available for state nomination:
- Chemical Plant Operator
- Visual Arts and Crafts Professionals
- Library Technician
- Watch and Clock Maker
- Textile, Clothing and Footwear Mechanic
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 2pm to 5pm on Saturday 16th March 2019
* midnight to 4am on Monday 18th March 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
March 12th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 141311- Hotel or Motel Manager -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
- 254423- Registered Nurse (Perioperative)- Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
- 411411 -Enrolled Nurse- Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 489 visa only-ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,12/03/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on 28 March 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/2/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/2/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster of the quota for the following occupations are filled:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 2460 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 878 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 224 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 411 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 1230 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 603 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 –197 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 1164 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 459 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 960 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 4764 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 1033 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 1419 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 683 already invited
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa under 189, 190 & 489 sub class.
March 8th, 2019:
NSW – 489 sub class Northern Inland Regional Authority Update: Change in the occupations list effective 7 March 2019
Northern Inland which is one of the 9 regional authorities participating in NSW – 489 sub class regional sponsorship has amended the list. The following are the changes:
Occupations ADDED to the list:
- Registered Nurse (Aged Care) – 254412
- Registered Nurse (Critical Care & Emergency) – 254415
- Chef – 351311
Occupations REMOVED from the list:
- Motor Mechanic (General) 321211
NOTE: All the 9 regional authorities have their own SOLs, application process, fee, requirements & criteria.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Northern Inland under 489 sub class.
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Invitation round for Canberra Matrix
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,12/03/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 12 March 2019
Number of invitations issued: 363
Matrix score range: 110 to 60 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Previous Invitation Rounds Details:
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 points submitted up to 29 November 18
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 points submitted up to 31 December 18
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 points submitted up to 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be held on 28 March 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
March 6th, 2019:
Victoria University Skills Assessment Update: New payment arrangements for TSS Program, OSAP & TRS
Commencing on 1 March 2019, applicants for Trades Recognition Australia’s (TRA) TSS Skills Assessment Program (TSS program), Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP) and Trades Recognition Service (TRS) will pay fees for their skills assessment directly to TRA through the TRA Online Portal.
Victoria University will provide the applicant(s) with an RTO assessment payment identifier code that must be used to make payment through the TRA Online Portal for the service required, for example, a documentary evidence assessment, technical assessment, etc.
A link to the portal will be available on the TRA website from 1 March 2019.
If any difficulty making a payment, should contact TRA for assistance at: rtofinanceandit@education.gov.au.
Assessment step – Fee amount (GST excluded)
Documentary Evidence – $1,280.00
Documentary Evidence – Review – $700.00
Documentary Evidence – Reassessment – $450.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 1 – $2,000.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 1 – Review – $700.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 1 – Reassessment – $1,000.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 2 – $900.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 2 – Review – $700.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 2 – Reassessment – $450.00
Practical Assessment – $2,200.00
Practical Assessment – Review – $700.00
Practical Assessment – Reassessment – $1,100.00
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Victoria University.
March 05th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254424 -Registered Nurse (Surgical)- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time. Please update all your clients and ensure that you file for state sponsorship with South Australia immediately.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
March 05th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 5am to 8am on Wednesday 6th March 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
March 04th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121216 -Mixed Crop Farmer- Special Conditions Apply- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
March 01st, 2019:
New Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa sub class 870 launched effective 1 July 2019
On 1 March 2019, Minister Coleman announced that applications to sponsor a parent for a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa will be open from 17 April 2019.
The new visa provides a pathway for existing Parent visa applicants to travel to Australia temporarily to spend time with their children and grandchildren while their permanent Parent visa application is being processed.
Applications for the visa are intended to open from 1 July 2019.
Process to Apply:
Step 1: Apply for Sponsorship: Sponsorship applications can be lodged from 17 April 2019.
Step 2: Visa Application: When a sponsor has been approved, the parent(s) will then be able to lodge their visa application. Visa applications must be lodged within six months of sponsorship approval and cannot be lodged until a sponsor has been approved.
Validity of the visa:
The visa is valid up to five years at a time without departing. It provides an alternative option to Visitor visas which only allow shorter periods of stay. Parents are still eligible to apply for Visitor visas and/or permanent Parent visas.
Ceilings for this visa:
Up to 15,000 Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visas may be granted each program year (from 1 July to 30 June). If the cap is reached in a program year, no further visas will be granted until the next program year commences on 1 July.
Sponsorship Eligibility:
Sponsors must meet the following criteria:
- The sponsor/parent relationship requirements (i.e.,: a parent must be the biological, adoptive, or step-parent of the sponsor and a step-parent can only apply if they are still in a married/de facto relationship with a biological parent of the sponsor)
- Be aged at least 18 years of age
- Be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen who has been usually resident in Australia for four years
- Have met any prior sponsorship obligations
- Have no adverse information unless it is reasonable to disregard the information
- Have no debts to the Commonwealth or public health debts unless appropriate arrangements have been made for payment
- A minimum household income threshold (based on the income of the sponsor, or the combined income of the sponsor and their spouse/partner and/or another child of the parent)
- Provide police clearances for any country they have spent more than 12 months cumulatively in during the past 10 years
- Authorize information to be shared with the visa applicant.
- Sponsors must comply with sponsorship obligations in relation to the parent(s) they are sponsoring.
Sponsorship Obligations:
A parent sponsor will be required to meet obligations including:
- Providing financial support and accommodation for their parent in Australia
- Keeping records and providing them to the Department if asked. For example evidence of income. This obligation ends two years after the day the person ceases to be a sponsor
- Advising the Department when certain events occur. For example if they are charged with a crime. This obligation ends the day after the person ceases to be a sponsor
- Paying outstanding public health debts incurred by their parent in Australia. The obligation ceases if the relevant health authority advises the debt has been repaid, or acceptable repayment arrangements have been made. However, this obligation will continue if there are outstanding health debts, even after the parent who incurred them has departed Australia.
If an obligation is breached, the Department can consider:
- Cancelling the sponsorship. This means Parent(s) and dependents must either find another sponsor or depart Australia
- Barring a sponsor. A bar prevents a sponsor from sponsoring further parents for a period of time.
NOTE: If the parent incurs public health debts in Australia and these are not paid, the party owed the debt will be able to pursue the sponsor, through the Courts if necessary, to have the debt repaid.
Sponsorship Validity:
A parent sponsorship will cease:
- If the sponsor’s permanent visa is cancelled
- If the sponsor dies
- If the sponsor withdraws their sponsorship
- If the sponsored parent does not apply for a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa within six months of the sponsorship being approved
- The day that the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa ceases.
Cost of Sponsorship:
The sponsorship application fee is $420.
Eligibility requirements of Parent (Temporary) visa applicants (i.e., Parent(s)) must meet the following:
- Be sponsored by a person who is an approved parent sponsor
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be outside Australia (unless invited in writing to apply by the Department), for at least 90 days if the applicant holds or has previously held a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa
- Not have engaged in payment for visas conduct
- Provide evidence of access to funds
- Provide evidence of health insurance
- Not have an outstanding public health debt (unless appropriate arrangements have been made to repay the debt)
- Satisfy health, character, and national security requirements.
How long the parent(s) can stay in Australia:
- The visa allows parents to stay in Australia temporarily for a period of up to five years at a time.
- A parent must be outside Australia for at least 90 days before being eligible to apply for a further Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa.
- A parent will be able to hold visas up to a total stay in Australia of 10 years, reflecting that the visa is a temporary visa and does not lead to permanent residence.
- Parents who have held Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visas for the cumulative maximum 10 year period must either depart Australia or apply for another visa that will allow them to remain in Australia. They will not be eligible for grant of a further Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa.
Visa Costs:
The visa application charge is:
AUD5, 000 for a visa of up to three years’ duration; or
AUD10, 000 for a visa of up to five years’ duration.
The visa application charge is payable in two installments, with one payment at time of application and the remainder paid prior to visa grant.
Work Rights:
Parent(s) will generally be subject to a “no work” condition.
NOTE: We will come to know further details regarding this sub class in the coming days.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a Parent Visa.
March 01st, 2019:
Trades Recognition Australia Update: How to make the payment for skills assessment under OSAP with the RTOs like Vetassess or Victoria University.
Payment for services with Regional Training Organisations (RTOs):
Fees for OSAP skills assessments are paid to TRA via the TRA Online Portal. However, applicants will first need to contact the chosen TRA-approved RTO to obtain a unique RTO Assessment Payment Identifier Code for the service he/she require e.g. documentary evidence assessment, technical assessment, etc.
Once applicants have obtained the RTO Assessment Payment Identifier Code, they must register a username and password in the portal before they can make a payment. They will use the same user name and password for each payment they make.
Applicants will NOT have met the standards set by TRA under OSAP if:
- The documentary evidence provided to the TRA-approved RTO is NOT decision ready.
- The documentary evidence provided to the TRA-approved RTO is NOT relevant to your nominated occupation.
- The documentary evidence provided contains insufficient detail to meet OSAP requirements.
- The documentary evidence is found to contain false or misleading information.
- Applicant(s) were unsuccessful in meeting the requirements of the technical assessment.
- TRA agrees with the RTO’s recommendation for an unsuccessful outcome.
- If unsuccessful, the RTO will provide you with the final outcome documentation, including information about any identified skills gaps.
- The final outcome documentation will also contain information about the options for review and reassessment, including the relevant RTO Assessment Payment Identifier Codes which can be used to make a payment for these services through the TRA Online Portal.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with RTOs under OSAP.
March 01st, 2019:
Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA) Update: Change in the core study areas & the appeal process
AACA has announced that for skills assessment as an Architect ANZSCO – 232111 the documentation must be clearly demonstrate that the qualification adequately covers the following six prescribed core areas of study relevant to an Australian qualification:
• Design Studies and Design Integration
• Documentation and Technical Studies
• History and Theory Studies
• Practice and Project Management, Implementation and User Studies
• Environmental Studies
• Communication Studies
NOTE: Earlier there were SEVEN core study areas now they have reduced it to SIX.
Appealing a decision: Applicants may appeal decisions made by AACA. The appeal must be lodged in writing with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of AACA within 28 days from the date of notification of the result. Earlier it was 3 months.
The following is the process of application & documents requirement
Online application & Payment – have the credit card details and card security password* ready BEFORE completing this online application form.
Payment is required to be made immediately after the form is completed. The filled form will NOT be saved or submitted if your payment is declined. *Your security password may be referred to as “3D Secure”, “Verified by Visa” or “MasterCard SecureCode” depending on your credit card type and your bank.
The checklist of documents required to be submitted as part of application:
- Completed application form
- Cover Letter
- Evidence of Name Change (if applicable)
- Signed Authorisation Letter (if you are using an Agent)
- Evidence of Registration as an Architect in English (if applicable)
- Academic Qualifications
- Degree Certificate Original
- Degree Certificate Translation Original (if applicable)
- Academic Transcript Original
- Academic Transcript Translation Original (if applicable)
- Diploma Supplement Original (if applicable)
- Diploma Supplement Translation Original (if applicable)
- Self-Assessment Matrix
- Applicant’s Declaration Form
NOTE:
- All scans must be in pdf format, in colour and at a resolution of at least 300 dp
- Ensure that your pdfs are not password protected.
- Do not submit certified copies, photocopies, black or white copies
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AACA.
March 01st, 2019:
Vetassess Skills Assessment (Trade Occupations) Update: New criteria for skills assessment
Pathway – 1- Applicants who don’t have an Australia Qualifications or License
As part of the application process, applicants need to provide evidence of the employment, skills and knowledge. The evidence must show applicant meets the minimum employment experience requirements for the nominated occupation:
- Licensed Trades – 6 years’ employment experience (with no formal training)
- Licensed Trades – 4 years’ employment experience (with relevant formal training)
- Non-licensed Trades – 5 years’ employment experience (with no formal training)
- Non-licensed Trades – 3 years’ employment experience (with relevant formal training)
In addition the evidence must show he/she has worked in the occupation for at least 12 months within the last 3 years and must be able to be verified.
Pathway – 2 – Applicants who have an Australia Qualifications or License
Applicants should have worked in paid employment in the occupation for at least 3 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) at the skill level required. This evidence can include taxation records, annual payment summaries, group certificates, payslips and/or bank statements.
Applicants should have worked full-time in the nominated occupation for 12 months in the last 3 years. For applicants applying with a current Australian occupational licence, this 12 months employment must be in Australia.
Applicant will be required to submit payment directly to Trades Recognition Australia. The above changes are effective 1 March 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess under trade occupations.
March 01st, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/1/2019
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/1/2019. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster on an average more than 50% of the quota for the following occupations is filled:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 2280 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 814 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 215 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 388 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 1145 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 569 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 –183 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 1079 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 425 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 890 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 4415 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 948 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 1315 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 647 already invited
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying under 189, 190 or 489 sub class visa.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on Info@.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
February 28th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Minor Changes to general skilled migration sponsorship
Immigration SA (South Australia) is introducing some changes to its general skilled migration nomination policies.
1) Rewarding international students that have been long-term residents of South Australia
From 28 February 2019, Immigration SA will offer state nomination for the Provisional 489 visa to any applicant who:
- Is a current or former international student residing in South Australia; AND
- Has resided continually in South Australia since March 2012 or earlier and continues to reside in South Australia; AND
- Is currently: working in South Australia in any occupation (does not have to be at a skilled level) for at least the last 3 months (minimum of 40 hours per fortnight); OR
- Studying a course with a minimum duration of one academic year in South Australia.
Conditions:
- Applicants who have lived, studied or worked in another Australian state/jurisdiction for any period of time since 2012 will NOT be eligible.
- Short visits home or holidays will NOT break the SA residency requirement, provided that evidence of continued connection to South Australia is provided (i.e. continued enrolment and/or employment and relevant visa held).
- To be considered a former international graduate of South Australia, you must have completed a CRICOS registered course with a minimum duration of 46 weeks. If currently studying, this course must also be CRICOS registered for a minimum of 46 weeks.
- The applicant must meet all other state nomination and Department of Home Affairs’ requirements. As per any application for state nomination, a valid Skills Assessment and English language test result is required. For the latter, only the minimum Department of Home Affairs requirement of ‘Competent’ English is necessary (unless a higher level is required for registration purposes ).
2) Expansion of the high performing graduate category for South Australian graduates
Immigration SA offers state nomination without the need for work experience to students able to obtain skills assessment where they can meet the high performing graduate settings.
190 sub class nomination:
For South Australian graduates with a bachelor’s degree graduates or a masters by coursework after a South Australian bachelor’s degree, this work experience waiver required a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 6.0. This mark remains for those seeking nomination for a permanent 190 visa.
489 sub class nomination:
For other students who have performed very well in their studies, but not to a GPA of 6.0 and above, Immigration SA will offer Provisional visa nomination (subclass 489) to those scoring a GPA of 5.20 to 5.99. This will allow these students to spend longer in South Australia than via other temporary pathways available, giving them more time to establish their careers.
Conditions:
- This is applicable for those students who get their skills assessment positive.
- To access this waiver, the applicant must have completed their South Australia degree within the last two years and continued to live in South Australia since then.
3) Minor change to Chain Migration Policy (removal of bachelor’s degree requirement)
Currently for applicants with an eligible family member already residing in South Australia, the chain migration pathway offers access to occupations on the Supplementary Skilled List, but since its introduction, the requirement is a minimum bachelor’s degree or higher.
This bachelor’s degree requirement has now been removed, meaning access to a range of trade occupations that are not on the State Nominated Occupation List is now possible for those with eligible family in South Australia.
The chain migration pathway continues to offer only a provisional 489 sub class visa, not a permanent 190 sub class visa.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 or 489 sub class.
February 27th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254418 -Registered Nurse (Medical)- Special Conditions Apply- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 27th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT:
* 8.30pm Friday 1st March to midday on Saturday 2nd March 2019
Suspension of BPAY Request Payment option
DHA has announced that the BPAY Request payment option will be unavailable from 11:59pm (AEDT) Sunday 24th February 2019 until midday on Saturday 2nd March 2019. Clients will still be able to make payments by credit card, Paypal or Union Pay during this period.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
February 25th, 2019:
NSW – 489 sub class Northern Inland Regional Authority Update: Change in the occupations list effective 4 March 2019
Northern Inland which is one of the 9 regional authorities participating in NSW – 489 sub class regional sponsorship has announced that the occupation “Motor Mechanic (General) – ANZSCO – 321211” will be removed from the RDA Northern Inland Occupation List on 4th March, 2019.
Applications received on or before this date (up until midnight) will be considered BUT they must be complete applications, with all requirements met, or a negative outcome may result
NOTE: All the 9 regional authorities have their own SOLs, application process, fee, requirements & criteria.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with NSW – Northern Inland under 489 sub class.
February 25th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234112 – Agricultural Scientist – Special Conditions Apply – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 25th, 2019:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update (Trade Occupations): Change in fee & portal maintenance
Vetassess has updated their website stating that TRA has announced changes to the trade skills assessment process, including changes to the fees and payment process for OSAP, TSS and TRS trade skills assessments:
– These changes relate to all new applications received from 1st March 2019.
– The VETASSESS application portal will be closed for maintenance on Thursday 28th February 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
February 25th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT:
* 8.30pm Friday 1st March to 08.30am Saturday 2nd March 2019
Suspension of BPAY Request Payment option:
DHA has announced that the BPAY Request payment option will be unavailable from 11:59pm (AEDT) Sunday 24th February 2019 until 8.30am Saturday 2nd March 2019.
Applicants will still be able to make payments by credit card, Paypal or Union Pay during this period.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
February 22nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 241111- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher- Low Availability Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – AITSL
- 254425- Registered Nurse (Paediatric)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field -ANMAC
- 224112- Mathematician -Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 22nd, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Systems outage — Friday 1 March to Saturday 2 March 2019
DHA has announced that there will be a systems outage from 9pm Friday 1 March to 12 noon Saturday 2 March 2019 (AEDT) unless noted otherwise.
The following systems may be unavailable during this period:
- ImmiAccount
- eLodgement (Online visa and citizenship applications)
- My Health Declarations (MHD) service
- eMedical
- Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO)
- LEGENDcom
- Australian Trusted Trader
- Employment Suitability Clearances – unavailable until 1am Sunday 3 March
- Detention Visitor Application – unavailable until 1am Sunday 3 March
- APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC)
- Humanitarian Entrants Management System (HEMS)
- Adult Migrant English Program Reporting and Management System (ARMS)
- Education Provider Report (eBIT)
- Visa Pricing Estimator
If you receive a ‘Service Temporarily Unavailable’ error message during this time, please try again after the outage period. We apologise for any inconvenience.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
February 22nd, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 241111- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher- Low Availability Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – AITSL
- 254425- Registered Nurse (Paediatric)- Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field -ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 22nd, 2019:
Trades Recognition Australia Skills Assessment Update: Change in Skills Assessment Fee for Trade Occupations
TRA has announced that commencing on 1 March 2019, applicants for Trades Recognition Australia’s (TRA) TSS Skills Assessment Program (TSS program), Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP) and Trades Recognition Service (TRS) will pay fees for their skills assessment directly to TRA through the TRA Online Portal.
Before a payment can be made, applicants must select a TRA approved registered training organisation (TRA approved RTO) to conduct their skills assessment from RTO Finder.
Your chosen RTO will provide you with an RTO assessment payment identifier code that must be used to make payment through the TRA Online Portal for the service you require, for example, a documentary evidence assessment, technical assessment, etc.
A link to the portal will be available on the TRA website from 1 March 2019. If you have any difficulty making a payment, you should contact TRA for assistance at: RTOFinanceandIT@education.gov.au.
From 1 March 2019, the following fees apply for the TSS Program, OSAP and TRS. These fees are also available on the TRA website in the Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) for the TRA RTO Assessment Services (see TRA News Items, published 4 January 2019).
Assessment step – Fee Amount (GST Excl)
Documentary Evidence – $1,280.00
Documentary Evidence – Review – $700.00
Documentary Evidence – Reassessment – $450.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 1 – $2,000.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 1 – Review$ – 700.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 1 – Reassessment – $1,000.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 2 – $900.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 2 – Review – $700.00
Technical Interview – Pathway 2 Reassessment – $450.00
Practical Assessment – $2,200.00
Practical Assessment – Review – $700.00
Practical Assessment – Reassessment – $1,100.00
NOTE: This change will affect all the skills assessments for Trade Occupations with Vetassess & Victoria University, there is no update yet regarding this on their websites.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment under Trade Occupations with RTOs.
February 21st, 2019:
Australia Capital Territory (ACT) State Sponsorship 190 sub class Update: CANBERRA MATRIX – INVITATION ROUND Results
ACT has released the results of the Canberra Matrix Invitation Round that has taken place today. The following are the details:
Invitation date: 21 February 2019
Number of invitations issued: 430
Matrix score range: 130 to 60 with a Matrix submission date: 28 November 18
NOTE: The next invitation round will be held on 12 March 2019
Additional Document Requirement for ACT Employment: Canberra Matrix guidelines have been updated to include a requirement for a mandatory document ‘Summary of Working Hours’ to evidence ACT employment which is there as Attachment – C in the guidelines. All applications lodged after 20 February 2019 must include this document.
Previous Invitation Round Details:
4. Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 with a Matrix submission date: 31 December 18
3. Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 with a Matrix submission date: 16 December 18
2. Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
1. Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
Please note that in order to apply for ACT State Sponsorship under 190 sub class applicants need to first lodge the Canberra Matrix and ACT do not sponsor for 489 sub class.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
February 21st, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the Department will be performing scheduled system maintenance that will affect payment functionality in ImmiAccount on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
- 9am to 3pm Sunday 24 February 2019
Clients will still be able to start, edit, and attach documents to a Visa or Citizenship application during the outage period.
If clients try to make a payment for an application or a LegendCom Subscription while maintenance is in progress, one of the following errors will be displayed:
- ‘we are currently experiencing a technical issue with our systems. You will not be able to proceed with this application at this time as this service is temporarily unavailable’.
- ‘the payment system is currently not available’.
To make a payment, please try again after 3pm Sunday 24 February 2019 (AEDT).
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
February 19th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 241111- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher- Available Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – AITSL
- 252711- Audiologist – Special Conditions Apply – Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field – VETASSESS
- 254415 – Registered Nurse (Critical Care And Emergency) – Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field – ANMAC
- 351411- Cook – Low Availability – Competent English; – Provisional 489 visa only – TRA
- 311412 – Earth Science Technician – Special Conditions Apply – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall) – VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 19th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 241111- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher- Available Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – AITSL (yesterday it was under low availability)
- 252711- Audiologist – Special Conditions Apply – Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field – VETASSESS
- 254415 – Registered Nurse (Critical Care And Emergency) – Special Conditions Apply -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field – ANMAC
- 351411- Cook – Low Availability – Competent English; – Provisional 489 visa only – TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 18th, 2019:
Australia State Sponsorship Current Status as on 18/02/2019
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) 190 sub class – Currently ACT is sponsoring under 190 sub class, applicants can apply for state sponsorship, even if the occupation is in a closed status. We need to first submit the Canberra Matrix. The following are the last Invitation Round results of Canberra Matrix. The next Canberra Matrix invitation round will be on 21 February 2019.
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 with a Matrix submission date: 31 December 18
Western Australia 190 & 489 sub class – Currently Western Australia is sponsoring limited number of occupations, it has also got Graduate Occupation List for the applicants who have studied in Western Australia. However for all the occupations in the list need a contract of employment of 12 months from a Western Australian Employer.
Tasmania 190 & 489 subclass – Currently we can apply for sponsorship for 190 & 489 sub classes, an offer of employment is mandatory in order to apply under 190 sub class or applicant should have studied or working in Tasmania. Applicant can apply under 489 sub class if the occupation is listed in TSOL and meeting the requirements, also if the applicant has a close relative on a PR in Tasmania is eligible for 489 sub class sponsorship.
New South Wales 190 sub class – We can apply under 190 sub class with NSW only if the occupation is listed in NSW Skilled Occupations List. Currently there is no Stream -2 option available.
New South Wales 489 sub class – The following is the current status of the 9 regional areas:
- Central West – New Regional Authority – Temporarily Closed will reopen in April 2019
- Far South Coast – Temporarily Closed.
- Mid North Coast – Temporarily Closed
- Northern Rivers – Temporarily Closed – New Regional Authority added in November 2018 – The details still not updated.
- Orana – Temporarily Closed
- Riverina – Temporarily Closed.
- Southern Inland – Currently Sponsoring recently updated the SOL
- Murray- Currently Sponsoring
- Northern Inland – Currently Sponsoring updated the SOL today
NOTE: All the above mentioned 9 Regional Areas have their own SOLs, application processing, fee (ranging between AUD700-AUD880), criteria & requirements. Most of them require notarized documents.
Northern Territory 190 & 489 sub class – Currently we can apply for sponsorship. Applicants with the occupation listed in NT list and also applicants whose occupation is held in MLTSSL or STSOL or ROL can also apply for state sponsorship with NT, they should provide strong evidence of employability and evidence that the occupation is in shortage in the NT. Applicants who are not meeting the requirements of GSM, can also pursue under 482 sub class TSS labour agreement stream – DAMA-NT process, which is a NT employer nominated process.
South Australia 190 & 489 sub class – Currently we can apply for sponsorship, occupation should be listed in South Australia Nominated Occupations List (SNOL) or Supplementary Skilled List (SSL). In case if the occupation is listed under special conditions apply or listed in SSL then the applicant has to meet the additional requirements.
Victoria 190 & 489 sub class – We can apply for state sponsorship and in order to apply for 489 sub class; applicants need an offer of employment from Regional Victoria.
Queensland 190 & 489 sub class – Currently we cannot apply for sponsorship, Queensland has now closed state nomination for all business and skilled visas. No further invitations will be issued. BSMQ will re-open the State Nomination Program in the new financial year. We need to submit a new EOI after the new occupation lists have been released in July. They will not select any submitted EOI’s prior to this time.
This information relates to all the applicants who want to apply for state nomination under 190 or 489 sub class.
February 18th, 2019:
Central West – NSW – 489 sub class update: Reopening of the nomination process effective April 2019
The Central West which is one of the 9 regional authorities of NSW currently participating in 489 sub class state nomination process has announced that their Skills Occupation List will re-open in April 2019.
NOTE: All the 9 regional authorities have their own SOLs, application process, fee, requirements & criteria.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Central West of NSW under 489 sub class.
February 18th, 2019:
Northern Inland – NSW – 489 sub class update: Change in the occupations list
Northern Inland which is one of the 9 regional authorities of NSW participating in sponsoring 489 sub class visa has updated its Skilled Occupation List today.
The following are the occupations ADDED to the list:
- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School Teacher) – 241111
- Carpenter – 331212
- Motor Mechanic (General) – 321211
NOTE: All the 9 regional authorities have their own SOLs, application process, fee, requirements & criteria.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Northern Inland of NSW under 489 sub class.
February 18th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 241111- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher- Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plusoverall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – AITSL
- 323214 – Metal Machinist (First Class) – Special Conditions Apply – Competent English – TRA
- 391111 – Hairdresser – Low Availability – Competent English; – Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; – South Australian graduates must be currently working in their field in South Australia for the last 12 months -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 15th, 2019:
Southern Inland-NSW-489 sub class Update: Change in the occupations list
Southern Inland which is one of the 9 regional authorities participating in sponsoring NSW – 489 sub class visa has made changes to its Skilled Occupations List.
The following are the occupations ADDED to the list:
- Baker – 351311
- Brick Layer – 331111
- Stone Mason – 331112
The following are the occupations REMOVED from the list:
- Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) – 254416
- Special Education Teachers nec – 241599
- Chef – 351311
- Motor Mechanic (General) – 321211
- Electrician (Special Class) – 341112
- Computer Network & Systems Engineer – 263111
- Telecommunications Engineer – 263311
- Telecommunications Network Engineer – 263312
- Telecommunications Filed Engineer – 313212
- Telecommunications Technical Officer – 313214
NOTE: All the 9 regional authorities have their own SOLs, application process, requirements & criteria.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for regional sponsorship with Southern Inland under 489 sub class.
February 15th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
121216 – Mixed Crop Farmer – Low Availability – Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only – VETASSESS
312312 – Electrical Engineering Technician – Special Conditions Apply – Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only – TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 15th, 2019:
Victoria State Sponsorship Update: Sponsorship under 188, 132 sub class visas
Victoria has announced that following a short pause, they are pleased to advise that Victoria will begin issuing invitations and assessing nomination applications for affected business and investor visa subclasses from 18 February 2019.
Please note that an Expression of Interest (EOI) process will be introduced for the following visas:
- 188 – Business Innovation Stream
- 188 – Investor Stream
- 188 – Entrepreneur Stream
- 132 – Business Talent (Permanent) visa – Significant Business History stream
- 132 – Business Talent (Permanent) visa – Venture Capital Entrepreneur stream
Applicants will now need to submit an EOI for the relevant visa subclass in the Department of Home Affairs’ SkillSelect and indicate their interest for Victorian nomination.
Applicants do not need to notify Victoria’s Skilled & Business Migration Program that they have submitted an EOI.
Please note that EOIs submitted before 18 February 2019 in the SkillSelect system will not be considered. Applicants will need to resubmit to be considered for Victorian nomination.
Victoria will also begin issuing invitations and assessing nomination applications for the 188 – Significant Investor Stream on 18 February. There are currently no process changes to nomination applications for this visa type.
This update is applicable for the applicants applying under 188 & 132 sub classes.
February 15th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance:
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
- from 2pm Saturday 16 February to 9am Sunday 17 February (AEDT):
- midnight until 4am on Monday 18th February 2019
Please be advised that the following websites will be unavailable during above mentioned periods:
- https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://www.abf.gov.au
- https://archive.homeaffairs.gov.au
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/lindareynolds
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/peterdutton
- https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au/davidcoleman
- https://www.livingsafetogether.gov.au
- https://www.nationalsecurity.gov.au
- https://www.triplezero.gov.au
- https://news.cicentre.gov.au
- https://www.dvs.gov.au
- https://www.organisationalresilience.gov.au
- https://www.tisn.gov.au
- https://www.disasterassist.gov.au
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
February 13th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
211311 -Photographer -Special Conditions Apply-Competent English; Offshore applicantsProvisional 489 visa only; Preparedness to self-employ-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 12th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
312312 -Electrical Engineering Technician- Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 11th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Changes to the occupations in Skilled Nominated Occupations List (SNOL) and Supplementary Skilled List (SSL)
As announced earlier the following changes have been made by South Australia today to its Skilled Nominated Occupations List (SNOL) and Supplementary Skilled List (SSL)
The status of the following occupations has been changed from SPECIAL CONDITIONS TO LOW AVAILABILITY effective today:
149212- Customer Service Manager– Low Availability- Proficient Plus English (or Superior overall); Provisional 489 visa only -VETASSESS
234112- Agricultural Scientist– Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
252711- Audiologist– Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 3 years’ work experience in field- VETASSESS
254415- Registered Nurse (Critical Care And Emergency) -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
254418- Registered Nurse (Medical) -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
254424- Registered Nurse (Surgical) – Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
254425 -Registered Nurse (Paediatric) – Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
312311 -Electrical Engineering Draftsperson -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-Engineers Australia
323214- Metal Machinist (First Class) – Low Availability -Competent English -TRA
411713 -Family Support Worker – Low Availability- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
612115 -Real Estate Representative – Low Availability -Proficient Plus English (or Superior overall); Provisional 489 visa only; Mustbe prepared to undertake relevant registration course(s) and familiarise with local market-VETASSESS
The status of the following occupations has been changed from LOW AVAILABILITY TO AVAILABLEeffective today:
241111- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher – Available- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-AITSL
312312- Electrical Engineering Technician – Available- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-TRA
The following occupations have been ADDED to the list effective today:
323299- Metal Fitters and Machinists nec – Available- Competent English -TRA
323313- Locksmith– Available- Competent English- TRA
351211- Butcher or Smallgoods Maker– Available -Competent English -TRA
The status of the following occupations has been changed from AVAILABLE TO LOW AVAILABILITYeffective today:
612112 -Property Manager– Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Provisional 489 visa only; Must be prepared to undertake relevant registration course(s) and familiarise with local market-VETASSES
The following Occupations on the Supplementary Skilled List with the restriction on offshore applicants lifted. We can now apply under High Points and Chain Migration pathways again:
132211- Finance Manager -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; South Australian graduates must be currently working in their field in South Australia for the last 12 months-CPA / CA / IPA
241213- Primary School Teacher– Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only -AITSL
511112- Program or Project Administrator -Competent Plus- English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
The following occupations ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS have been changed:
224112- Mathematician– Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)-VETASSESS
612115- Real Estate Representative– Low Availability- Proficient Plus English (or Superior overall); Provisional 489 visa only; Must be prepared to undertake relevant registration course(s) and familiarise with local market-VETASSESS
Removal of the requirement that if qualification was obtained in Australia, this must have been achieved in South Australia:
391111 -Hairdresser –Available- Competent English; Provisional 489 visa only; 3 years’ work experience in field; South Australian graduates must be currently working in their field in South Australia for the last 12 months-TRA
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 11th, 2019:
Vetassess Skills Assessment General Professional Occupations Update – Employment Date
VETASSESS currently uses only month and year to calculate the employment dates. As of 14 February 2019, they will be considering the exact date, including day, month and year for the Date Deemed Skilled to align with the Department of Home Affairs requirement for the date an applicant’s employment is considered ‘skilled’.
Please note that they will continue to retrieve these dates from official documents only. Supporting employment documentation can include payslips, tax returns, and a statement of service from employer clearly indicating the exact period of employment and if applicable, any period of unpaid leave.
Employment outside Ten Years
Please be advised that as of 14 February 2019, VETASSESS may be able to consider closely related employment outside the last ten years, provided it is continuous employment with the same employer within the last ten years.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
February 08th, 2019:
Queensland business and skilled state nomination programs now closed.
Queensland has now closed state nomination for all business and skilled visas from today 8 February 2019.
No further invitations will be issued from this date. BSMQ will continue to process applications which have been already invited for state nomination prior to this date until our quota is exhausted.
BSMQ will re-open the State Nomination Program in the new financial year from the 1 July 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 07th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
241111- Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher-Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); -Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-AITSL
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
- 5am until 8am on Wednesday 13th February 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for a visa.
February 06th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
- 224112 -Mathematician -Low Availability- Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall)-VETASSESS
- 351112 -Pastry Cook -Low Availability- Competent English;- Provisional 489 visa only-TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless the client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point in time.
NOTE: In the case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 06th, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship under 190 & 489 sub class update: Change in conditions of nomination
Queensland has announced that due to the high demand of onshore 489 EOIs received (including Masters Alumni applicants) BSMQ will only be issuing an invitation to those applicants that are currently working in regional as well as having ongoing job offers.
Please also note applicants currently on a tourist visa and onshore, BSMQ will not be issuing 190 & 489 nominations for those who are applying as offshore applicants. If you are applying as an offshore applicant you must be living and working offshore.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 sub class.
February 06th, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/12/2018
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/12/2018. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also, find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster on an average more than 50% of the quota for the following occupations is filled:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 1980 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 707 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 198 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 342 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 981 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 488 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 –159 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 937 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 369 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 773 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 3834 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 819 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 1142 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 591 already invited
This update is applicable to all the applicants applying for a visa under 189, 190 & 489 sub class.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on Info@testsite.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
January 31st, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Results of Canberra Matrix Invitations
ACT has invited the applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the Invitation Round that took place today i.e.,31/1/2019. Please note that in order to apply for the state sponsorship with ACT we need to first file the Canberra Matrix and get an invitation to apply for state sponsorship.
Invitation date: 31 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 186
Matrix score range: 130 to 65 with a Matrix submission date: 31 December 18
Previous Invitation Round Details:
Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 with a Matrix submission date: 16 December 18
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NEXT ROUND: The next invitation round will be on 21 February 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
January 30th, 2019:
Tasmania State Sponsorship under 489 Sub Class Update: Change in the TSOL
Tasmania State has updated its Tasmania Skilled Occupations List (TSOL), the following occupation has been added when compared with the previous list. They have not removed any occupation.
322311 Metal Fabricator TRA
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Tasmania under 489 subclass visa.
January 30th, 2019:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Removal of few occupations from the lists
Queensland has announced that all the below occupations in bold have been removed from Queensland Skilled Occupations Lists (QSOL) for FY 2018-19. Occupations were closed on the dates listed below.
Please note that the following occupations:
- ICT Business Analyst – 261111
- Quantity Surveyor – 233213
- Construction Project Manager – 133111
- Marketing Specialist – 225113
will be removed from all the Queensland Skilled Occupation Lists (QSOLs) on 01 February 2019 as BSMQ has received many expressions of interest for these occupations and has filled the quota.
If you have not received an invitation by this date, BSMQ is no longer able to issue any new invitations. BSMQ may open these occupations later if the current invitees do not respond in the required time frame.
Please also note:
- Interior Designer – 232511
- Actuary – 224111
will be removed from the offshore QSOL list but will be kept on the QSOL Working in Queensland onshore list.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 subclass.
January 30th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
- 12am until 4am on Monday 04th February 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
January 24th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance:
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
- 5am to 8am Wednesday 30 January 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
January 24th, 2019:
NSW-489 sub class Northern Inland Regional Sponsorship Update:Removal of occupations from the list
Northern Inland has announced that the following occupations were removed from the RDA Northern Inland Occupation List on 24 January, 2019. Applications received on or before this date (up until midnight) will be considered BUT they must be complete applications, with all requirements met or a negative outcome may result:
Dentist – 252312
Metal Machinist (First Class) – 323214
NOTE: All the Regional Areas have their own SOLs, application processing, fee (ranging between AUD700-AUD800), criteria & requirements.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Northern Inland- NSW under 489 sub class.
January 17th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254423 -Registered Nurse (Perioperative) -Low Availability -Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
January 17th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Canberra Matrix – INVITATION ROUND
ACT has announced the results of the invitation round of Canberra Matrix that took place on 15th January 2019. Please find below the details of the rounds till date.
3. Invitation date: 15 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 212
Matrix score range: 110 to 65 with a Matrix submission date: 16 December 18
2. Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 115 to 70
1. Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 130 to 85
NOTE: The next invitation round will be on 31 January 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
January 17th, 2019:
AIQS Skills Assessment Update: Change in the Skills Assessment Fee
AIQS Skills Assessment Authority which assesses the skills of Quantity Surveyor ANZSCO 233213 has announced the change in the skills assessment fee.
The following details outline the fees applicable from the 1 February 2019:
Assessment Specification – Overseas Applicants (excluding GST)
Non AIQS member Assessment Fee – AU$650.00
AIQS Student/Graduate member Assessment Fee – AU$650.00
AIQS Affiliate/Member/Fellow Assessment Fee – AU$350.00
Re-assessment Fee (only applicable within two years of the date of the original positive assessment) – AU$350.00
Administrative Fee (Deposit) – AU$100.00
NOTE: There is no change for Non-AIQS members it has been retained the same.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with AIQS.
January 17th, 2019:
TRA & Victoria University Skills Assessment Update: Planned Procurement Notice and Changes to Charging Model
The Victoria University Skilled Migration Assessment Services has announced that it cannot accept any new applications under the current Services Deed and Fees after 28 February 2019, including applications for appeal and reassessment.
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has developed a Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) for its RTO Assessment Services. The CRIS documents the charging model that commences on 1 March 2019 for the TSS Skills Assessment Program (TSS Program), Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP) and Trades Recognition Service (TRS).
There are chances of increase in skills assessment fee for Trade Occupations assessed by RTOs effective 1 March 2019.
The new fee could be as per the below effective 1 March 2019:
Documentary Evidence Assessment Fee – AUD900
Technical Interview – Pathway 1 Fee – AUD2,000
Technical Interview – Pathway 2 Fee – AUD900
Practical Assessment Fee – AUD2,200
Documentary Evidence Reassessment Fee – AUD450
Technical Reassessment – Pathway 1 Fee – AUD1,000
Technical Reassessment – Pathway 2 Fee – AUD450
Practical Reassessment Fee – AUD1,100
January 17th, 2019:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that the Department will be performing scheduled system maintenance that will affect payment functionality in ImmiAccount on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
- 9am to 7pm Sunday 20 January 2019
Applicants will still be able to start, edit, and attach documents to a Visa or Citizenship application during the outage period.
If you try to make a payment for an application or a LegendCom Subscription while maintenance is in progress, one of the following errors will be displayed:
- ‘we are currently experiencing a technical issue with our systems. You will not be able to proceed with this application at this time as this service is temporarily unavailable’.
- ‘the payment system is currently not available’.
To make a payment, please try again after 7pm on Sunday 20 January 2019 (AEDT).
January 14th, 2019:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/11/2018
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster on an average 45% of the quota for the following occupations is filled:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 1680 already invited –45% quota is over
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 600 already invited – 45% quota is over
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 163 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 307 already invited – 30% already issued
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 835 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 – 429 already invited –42% quota is over
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 –135 already invited – 45% quota is over
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 795 already invited – 45% quota is over
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 – 313 already invited – 45% quota is over
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 – 656 already invited – 45% quota is over
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 – 3253 already invited – 45% quota is over
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 693 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 969 already invited – 45% quota is over
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 509 already invited – 50% quota is over
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying under 189, 190 & 489 sub class.
January 9th, 2019:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: System Maintenance
Vetassess has announced that system maintenance activities are planned for Saturday 12th of January 2019, between 06:00am and 10:00am (AEST).
Please note that during this period you will not be able to either lodge new applications or check the status of existing applications.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
January 7th, 2019:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
141311 -Hotel or Motel Manager -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only- VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
January 4th, 2019:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Canberra Matrix – Invitation Round
ACT has issued invitations on 3 January 2019 for all the eligible applicants to apply for state sponsorship. The following are the details of the same.
Invitation date: 3 January 2019
Number of invitations issued: 205
Matrix score range: 70 to 115
NOTE: We have to submit the Canberra Matrix to receive an invitation from ACT. The next invitation round will be on 15 January 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
January 3rd, 2019:
State Sponsorship Update for Business & Investor Visas:
NSW Update: Applications For NSW Nomination For Business And Investor Visas Are Closed Until Further Notice
NSW has temporarily closed applications for nomination for certain visas under the federal government’s Business Innovation and Investment Program pending the release of additional places by the Department of Home Affairs.
They will advise when applications for NSW nomination are open again.
Queensland Update: BSMQ temporarily suspends issuing new invitations for business applications.
Queensland is temporarily suspending issuing new invitations for the following visas under the Business Innovation and Investment Program from 02/01/2019. Queensland are not accepting any new EOI’s submitted from this date.
The visa subclasses suspended include: 188 – Business Innovation (188A), Investor (188B), 188 Significant Investor (SIV or 188C), 188 Entrepreneur (188E), 132 – Significant Business History (132 SBH), 132 -Venture Capital Entrepreneur.
Queensland will still be processing completed applications prior to this date. They will advise when applications for QLD nomination are open again.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying Business and Investor Visas through state nomination.
For further details, please Talk to Y-Axis Consultants or you can e-mail us on Info@testsite.y-axis.com. One of our representatives will get back to you at the earliest.
December 26th, 2018:
NSW-489 sub class Central West Regional Authority Update: Review of the list in March 2019
Central West which is one of the Regional Authorities participating in the NSW-489 sub class regional sponsorship has announced that the assessment of visa applications are ongoing. All applicants will be notified by email from RDACW of assessment outcomes. The Central West Skills Occupation List will remain closed for review until 31st January 2019.
RDACW are reviewing the Central West Skills Occupation List for 2019. RDACW will be reviewing procedural assessment of the Skilled Regional (provisional) 489 Visa for 2019. The Central West Skills Occupation List will re-open in March 2019. The list and all criteria for applying will be up-loaded to the website in March 2019.
NOTE: Central West was closed for all the occupations on 21 Aug 2018. There are 9 regional authorities participating in the NSW-489 sub class regional sponsorship, every region has its own list, application process, fee, criteria & requirements.
Currently the following is the status of 9 regions that are participating in NSW’s 489 program:
- Central West – New Regional Authority – Temporarily Closed.
- Far South Coast – Temporarily Closed.
- Mid North Coast – Temporarily Closed
- Northern Rivers – Temporarily Closed – New Regional Authority added in November 2018 – The details still not updated
- Orana – Temporarily Closed
- Riverina – Temporarily Closed.
- Southern Inland – Currently Sponsoring
- Murray- Currently Sponsoring
- Northern Inland – Currently Sponsoring
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with NSW under 489 sub class.
December 20th, 2018:
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) State Sponsorship Update: Canberra Matrix – Invitation Round Results 20 Dec 2018
ACT has invited the applicants who have lodged their Canberra Matrix for State Sponsorship under 190 sub class.
Invitation date: 20 December 2018
Number of invitations issued: 93
Matrix score range: 85 to 130
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
December 19th, 2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
311412 -Earth Science Technician -Low Availability -Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall)-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
December 18th, 2018:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Public Holiday Office Closures
Vetassess has announced the following:
All offices closed: 22 December – 1 January, 2019, and will reopen on Wednesday 2 January 2019.
Applications (General & Trade Occupations, Chinese Qualifications & Support) can still be submitted via the online portal and will be processed when our offices reopen. Skills Assessment applications received during this closure period will be processed when our office is reopened on 2 January 2019.
Priority Processing Service Availability:
Last applications for 2018 is 5pm (AEDT) Friday, 14 December and service will resume, 2 January, 2019.
Applications cannot be submitted for 2018 after 5pm (AEDT) Friday 14 December. This service will resume from Wednesday 2 January 2019.
Please note: the 10-business day assessment timeframe for Priority Processing applications received on or prior to 14 December will exclude the office closure period outlined above.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
December 18th, 2018:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT:
* 9am until 5pm on Sunday 23rd December 2018
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
December 17th, 2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
342311 -Business Machine Mechanic- Low Availability- Competent English- TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
December 17th, 2018:
Western Australia State Sponsorship Update: Changes to Graduate Occupations List
Western Australia has announced that Accountant (General) 221111 under review on the Graduate occupation list
Due to the high number of expressions of interest by applicants with the nominated occupation of ANZSCO 221111 Accountant (General), this occupation on the Graduate occupation list is now under review.
Invitations to apply for WA State nomination for this occupation will be limited.If you have already received an invitation, your application will not be affected.
This update is applicable for all the applicants who are eligible for state sponsorship under Western Australia Graduate Stream.
December 17th, 2018:
Trades Recognition Australia Skills Assessment Update: Christmas Closure
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) has announced that TRA will be closed for the Christmas/New year period.
The TRA telephone enquiry line and email enquiry services will close at 4pm, Friday 21 December 2018 and will reopen at 10am Monday, 7 January 2018.
Please do not send enquiries to TRA during this period. Enquiries received during this period will not be actioned.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Skills Assessment with TRA.
December 17th, 2018:
AITSL Skills Assessment Update: Christmas Closure
AITSL has announced that AITSL Assessment for Migration office will be closing on Monday 24 December 2018 and will re-open Wednesday 2 January 2019. During this time you will still be able to post your migration skills assessment application and this will be retrieved and processed as soon as possible upon their return. Any enquiries during this closure period will be responded to after they re-open on 2 January 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Skills Assessment with AITSL.
December 14th, 2018:
Skillselect Update: Results of invitation round 11/10/2018
Skillselect Invitation Results-11-10-2018 & Ceilings
Please find attached the reports published for invitation round that took place on 11/10/2018. It gives you the complete picture as to how many invitations have been given and what all states have contributed. Also find attached the current status of the ceilings for all the occupations.
The following occupations which are popular and the ceilings for these occupations are reaching faster:
- 2211 Accountants* out of 3753 – 300 already invited
- 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers out of 1342 – 107 already invited
- 2247 Management Consultant – 3894 – only 45 already invited
- 2331 Chemical and Materials Engineers – 1000 – 102 already invited
- 2332 Civil Engineering Professionals – 3510 – 230 already invited
- 2333 Electrical Engineers – 1000 –116 already invited
- 2334 Electronics Engineers out of 300 –24 already invited
- 2335 Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers out of 1780 – 142 already invited
- 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – 700 -56 already invited
- 2611 ICT Business and Systems Analysts out of 1466 -117 already invited
- 2613 Software and Applications Programmers out of 7271 -581 already invited
- 2621 Database and Systems Administrators and ICT Security Specialists out of 2660 – 204 already invited
- 2631 Computer Network Professionals out of 2167 – 173 already invited
- 2633 Telecommunications Engineering Professionals out of 1000 – 182 already invited
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skilled migration.
December 14th, 2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
135199- ICT Managers nec -Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; See additional instructions-ACS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
December 13th, 2018:
ACT State Sponsorship Update: Canberra Matrix – First Invitation Round
ACT has announced that the first round of invitations to apply for ACT 190 nomination will be issued on or before 21 December 2018.
Once the invitation round is finalised, information about the round, including the matrix score invited, will be available on the website.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
December 13th, 2018:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT:
* 5am until 8am Wednesday 12th December 2018
* 9am until 5pm on Sunday 16th December 2018
Known issue with help-text
DHA is aware of current issues with the ‘help-text’ links within ImmiAccount. They are working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
December 11th, 2018:
NSW-489 sub class Regional Sponsorship Current Status
Currently the following nine regions are participating in NSW’s 489 program:
- Central West – New Regional Authority – Temporarily Closed.
- Far South Coast – Temporarily Closed.
- Mid North Coast – Temporarily Closed
- Murray- Currently Sponsoring
- Northern Inland – Currently Sponsoring
- Northern Rivers – Temporarily Closed – New Regional Authority added in November 2018 – The details we need to access.
- Orana – Temporarily Closed
- Riverina – Temporarily Closed.
- Southern Inland – Currently Sponsoring
NOTE: All the above mentioned Regional Areas have their own SOLs, application processing, fee (ranging between AUD700-AUD800), criteria & requirements. Most of them require notarized documents.
December 11th, 2018:
Australian Psychological Society Skills Assessment Update: Christmas Closure
The Australian Psychological Society has announced national office will be closed from 21 December 2018, reopening 7 January 2019. There will be no correspondence from the Assessments Team during this time.
Assessments Team unavailable 21 Dec 2018 – 7 Jan 2019
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Australian Psychological Society.
December 11th, 2018:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT:
* 5am until 8am Wednesday 12th December 2018
* 9am until 5pm on Sunday 16th December 2018
Please update all your clients accordingly.
December 10th, 2018:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Change in the process for Ph.D holders
Vetassess has confirmed that currently VETASSESS considers paid doctoral research level studies as valid employment for skills assessment purposes.
Vetassess has announced that as of 15 December 2018, VETASSESS will NOT accept paid doctoral studies for skills assessment purposes, consistent with the Department of Home Affairs requirements.
For skilled employment to be considered ‘remunerated’, applicants must be engaged in the occupation on a paid basis, generally at the award or market rate of the occupation. A person receiving minimal living allowances or scholarships designed to cover study expenses would NOT be considered to be ‘remunerated’.
VETASSESS will continue to ensure that impact on its clients is minimised during the transition leading up to the implementation date. Applications received prior to 15 December 2018 will be processed according to the criteria at the time of applying.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
December 10th, 2018:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT:
* 5am until 8am Wednesday 12th December 2018
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
December 4th, 2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
135199 -ICT Managers nec- Low Availability Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall);- Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; 70 points required; See additional instructions-ACS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
December 4th, 2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
234112 -Agricultural Scientist -Special Conditions Apply-Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional489 visa only-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
December 4th, 2018:
Western Australia State nomination invitation round for December 2018
Western Australia has announced that invitations for State nomination are usually issued on the third Thursday of each month. This will be brought forward by one week in December due to the Christmas and new year closure. Invitations are anticipated to be issued by 14 December 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Western Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
December 4th, 2018:
Vetassess Skills Assessment Update: Office Closures
Vetassess has announced that during the festive season, VETASSESS offices will close from Friday 21 December 2018 and will reopen, Wednesday 2 January 2019.
Submitting New Applications
Please note festive season changes to timelines for new applications:
Priority Processing: Last applications for 2018 is 5pm (AEDT) Friday, 14 December.
Skills Assessments for General Professional Occupations: Last applications for 2018 is 12pm (AEDT) Friday, 21 December.
Skills Assessments for Trade Occupations: Last applications for 2018 is 12pm (AEDT) Friday, 21 December.
New applications for the above services will be accepted from Wednesday, 2 January 2019.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for skills assessment with Vetassess.
December 3rd, 2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
222113- Insurance Broker- Special Conditions Apply- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
December 3rd, 2018:
NSW-489 Far South Coast Regional Sponsorship Update: Suspended the Nomination Process till early 2019.
NSW-489 Far South Coast Regional Sponsorship has announced that Skilled Regional Sponsored Visa (SRS) 489 program for the NSW Far South Coast is currently suspended until early 2019.
Due to this suspension, they cannot accept any further applications at present. They will announce the reopening of the program on this website. The assessment process for all previously accepted applications will proceed as normal.
NOTE: There are 9 regional authorities participating in the NSW-489 sub class regional sponsorship, every region has got its own SOL, application process, fee, requirements & criteria.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for NSW regional sponsorship under 489 sub class.
December 3rd, 2018:
Victoria University Skills Assessment Update: Christmas & New Year Holiday
The Victoria University and the Skilled Migration Assessment Services office will be closed over the Christmas and New Year break.
The last day of business for 2018 will be Friday 21 December. The office will reopen on Monday 7 January 2019.
Please update all your clients accordingly.
December 3rd, 2018:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that clients may experience intermittent interruptions to ImmiAccount services on the following dates/times AEDT:
* 8am until 8pm Saturday 8th December 2018
If this occurs, please log out of ImmiAccount and try again later.
ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT:
* midnight until 4am Monday 10th December 2018
Please update all your clients accordingly.
November 29th,2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
133411- Manufacturer -Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only; -Research job opportunities for your particular specialisation-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
November 29th,2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254415 -Registered Nurse (Critical Care And Emergency)- Special Conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus
overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
323214 -Metal Machinist (First Class) -Special Conditions Apply-Competent English -TRA
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
November 29th,2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
254415 -Registered Nurse (Critical Care And Emergency)- Special conditions Apply-Proficient English (or Proficient Plus overall); 5 years’ work experience in field-ANMAC
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
November 27th,2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
141111 -Cafe or Restaurant Manager -Low Availability- Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
November 27th,2018:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has annnounced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 5am until 8am Wednesday 28th November 2018
* 2pm until 5pm on Saturday 1st December 2018
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
November 26th,2018:
Department Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 2pm until 5pm on Saturday 1st December 2018
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
November 23rd,2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
312311- Electrical Engineering Draftsperson- Special Conditions Apply-Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall);- Offshore applicants Provisional 489 visa only-Engineers Australia
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
November 23rd,2018:
Western Australia State Sponsorship Update: Closure over the Christmas and new year period 2018/19
The WA Migration Services office will be closed from 4.00 pm, Friday 21 December 2018 and reopen at 8.30 am, Wednesday 2 January 2019.
No invitations or assessment outcomes for State nomination will be issued during this time.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Western Australia.
November 23rd,2018:
Queensland State Sponsorship Update: Removal of Occupations from the Lists
Queensland State Authorities have announced that the following occupations have been removed from all the Queensland Skilled Occupation Lists (QSOLs) effective 22 November 2018.
- Finance Manager – 132211
- Registered Nurse (Aged Care) – 254412
- Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) – 254415
- Developer Programmer – 261312
- Software Engineer – 261313
BSMQ has received many expressions of interest for these occupations and has filled the quota. If you have not received an invitation by yesterday, BSMQ is no longer able to issue any new invitations.
BSMQ may open these occupations later if the current invitees do not respond in the required time frame. If this happens, information will be posted.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with Queensland under 190 & 489 sub class.
November 22nd,2018:
South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status
South Australia has changed the status of the following occupation(s) to its Skilled Occupation List :
Current Status of the occupation(s):
311111- Agricultural Technician- Special Conditions Apply-Competent Plus English (or Proficient overall); Provisional 489 visa only-VETASSESS
We cannot apply for state sponsorship with South Australia for occupations where special conditions apply unless client meets the special requirements. Please note that occupations under Available/Low Availability status can close at any point of time.
NOTE: In case of South Australia we can apply under high points category (80 Points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with South Australia under 190 & 489 sub class.
November 21st,2018:
Requirements to be met by Overseas Residents – 190 sub class:
- Should have atleast 65 points in the EOI including the 5 points by the state
- Nominating an ANZSCO Major Occupation Group 1 (Managers) or Group 2 (Professionals) occupation, you must demonstrate a ‘Proficient’ level of English as defined by Home Affairs.
- Skills and at least 12 months experience in the nominated occupation must be relevant to the ACT economy. Experience in heavy industry, manufacturing, production, mining; shipping, gas and oil, head office banking and railways are not generally considered relevant industries given the structure of the ACT economy which is primarily knowledge-based.
- Have a genuine ACT job offer in your nominated ‘open’ occupation OR you must provide evidence of sufficient ACT employment opportunities in your nominated occupation, relevant to your skill set.
- Must have access to sufficient financial assets to fund your migration and settlement in Canberra while you seek employment.
- Other requirements that might be published by 29/11/2018
Note: Overseas Residents NOT eligible for ACT 190 nomination if applicant, or any dependents, are living or have lived in another Australian state or territory within the last twelve months.
Requirements to be met by Canberra Residents – 190 sub class:
- Should have atleast 65 points in the EOI including the 5 points by the state
- If an applicant have previously held a student/temporary graduate visa within the last two years:
- Must be resident in Canberra for at least 12 months at time of invitation.
- From 1 July 2019, the minimum ACT residence criteria for student/temporary graduate visa holders will increase to two years.
- Must be working in Canberra for at least three months. While the employment does not have to be fulltime or permanent, must be working a minimum 20 hours per week. May also work for more than one ACT employer or be self-employed on an ABN. If employed by a NSW employer in the ‘ACT Region’, you must demonstrate that your work activity is located in the ACT.
- Nominating an ANZSCO Major Occupation Group 1 (Managers) or Group 2 (Professionals) occupation, you must demonstrate a ‘Proficient’ level of English as defined by Home Affairs.
- Other requirements that might be published by 29/11/2018
Note: Canberra Residents NOT eligible for ACT 190 nomination if you or any dependents are living or working in another Australian state or territory.
Conditions:
1) ACT doesn’t sponsor for 489 sub class visa.
2) All the applicants migrating under 190 sub class initially need to stay in ACT for 2 years& should sign the commitment as a part of the application process.
3) A close family member is defined as a spouse / partner, parents, child, brother, sister or grandparents of the main applicant or their spouse / partner.
Tuesday 27 November 2018 – ACT online system shutdown
The ACT Government’s current system will go OFF LINE at 4pm (AEST) on Tuesday 27 November 2018 to enable the system change over to the Matrix. If you intend to start an application for ACT nomination for an ‘open’ occupation (under the current nomination criteria), the application must be submitted (and service fee paid) before 4 pm on Tuesday 27 November 2018. Any ‘in progress’ applications that have not been submitted (and service fee paid) by 4pm will automatically lapse and cannot be reactivated. Any applications lodged and paid for before 4pm on Tuesday 27 November will be assessed and finalised under the existing guidelines.
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for state sponsorship with ACT under 190 sub class.
November 20th,2018:
Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Update: Planned Systems Maintenance
DHA has announced that ImmiAccount will be unavailable on the following dates/times AEDT (GMT+11):
* 9am until 7pm on Sunday 25th November 2018
This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for visa.
November 19th,2018:
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) State Sponsorship Update: Release of SOL effective 29/11/2018.
Process of Nomination:
- Must formally express an interest in applying for ACT 190 nomination by completing a score-based ‘Canberra Matrix’ where applicant is allocated points against demonstrated economic contribution or benefit and/or a genuine commitment to be part of the ACT community. Scores of 20 points and above will be ranked. The highest ranked candidates under the scoring system will then be selected and invited to apply for ACT 190 nomination.
- If invited to apply for ACT 190 nomination, must complete and submit the online application (and pay the service fee) within 14 days. Must attach the required documents to evidence your Matrix score. If cannot evidence the Matrix score that the invitation was based on, the application for ACT 190 nomination will not meet the nomination criteria.
Step 1 – Check your eligibility
Step 2 – Express your interest
Step 3 – Canberra Matrix scoring
Step 4 – Ranking, selection and invitation
Step 5 – Applying for ACT 190 nomination if invited
Step 6 – Document checklist
Step 7 – Assessing the application
Step 8 – Offer of ACT 190 nomination
Step 9 – Applying for the subclass 190 visa
Step 10 – Live in Canberra
Step 11 – Welcome to Canberra settlement service
Overseas residents
Must meet the following minimum criteria before you are eligible to express an interest in ACT 190 nominat