The Department of Home Affairs is cracking down on SID visa nominations that don’t meet strict criteria. Employers must now prove both the genuineness of the role and their financial capacity to support it. Our free guide helps you prepare a strong, compliant application—download it today to avoid common pitfalls and ensure success.

Discover how Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers can turn Australian study or work experience into permanent residency in 2025. Learn about ACECQA skills assessments, English criteria, and visa pathways—189, 190, 491, 482, and 186—now that the occupation sits on both the SOL and CSOL.

Australia’s 482 visa occupation list has been replaced by the new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), featuring 456 eligible roles. This major update opens new sponsorship opportunities for occupations like retail manager, data analyst, and childcare worker.

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With only one month left in the 2024–25 migration program year, the Department of Home Affairs still has 15,000 invitations to issue for the subclass 189 visa. In this guide, we break down every invited occupation, the points required, and which roles require licensing or registration—plus tips to maximise your chance of receiving an invitation before 30 June.

The Department of Home Affairs’ March 2025 report on the Temporary Resident (Skilled) visa program reveals a sharp rise in employer-sponsored skilled migration, with application volumes up 53% year-on-year. Covering the final months before the introduction of the new Skills in Demand visa, the report highlights strong demand across healthcare, IT, engineering, and hospitality occupations. This article provides a state-by-state breakdown of top nominated roles, key trends by sector, and insights into how the skilled visa landscape is evolving in Australia.

If you’re applying for the new Skills in Demand (SID) visa, understanding Public Interest Criteria 4013 and 4014 is crucial. These criteria apply to individuals who’ve had a visa cancelled or departed Australia while unlawful or on certain bridging visas. This article explains the key risk factors, outlines when the 3-year exclusion period applies, and offers examples and advice on how to overcome potential barriers to your visa approval.

Discover how Australia decides Protection-visa cases in 2025—from Refugee Convention criteria to complementary protection safeguards—and learn the practical steps, evidence tips and FAQs that can make or break a claim. Perfect for anyone seeking clear, up-to-date guidance on Australia’s on-shore asylum process.

As the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) made way for the new Administrative Review Tribunal (ART), the final six months of AAT operations provide valuable insight into migration and refugee review processing times in Australia. This article breaks down the last published statistics from the AAT’s Migration and Refugee Division, helping applicants understand potential wait times and what to expect moving forward under the ART.

Australia’s migration rules are shifting in 2025. Citizenship application fees will rise from 1 July, NT DAMA III expands regional skilled visa pathways, and South Australia launches a new migrant-industry connection program. These changes impact visa applicants, employers, and HR teams. Stay informed and plan ahead. 👉 Book a free discovery calls to see how these updates affect your migration goals: https://www.oneplanetmigrationlaw.com.au/contact

Australia’s skilled migration landscape is shifting, with two major updates: the Department of Home Affairs has clarified that Subclass 191 applicants need only comply with visa condition 8579—not live in Australia continuously for three years. Meanwhile, Victoria has closed its 2024–25 Skilled Visa Nomination Program to new ROIs after reaching its cap

From 1 July 2025, income thresholds for skilled migration visas will rise—but employers using the Far North Queensland (FNQ) DAMA can still access a 90% concession for Skill Level 3–5 roles, provided it aligns with market salary rates. This change affects new nominations only; applications lodged by 30 June 2025 and existing FNQ DAMA visa holders remain unaffected. Learn how to stay compliant and make the most of this regional pathway.

Australia’s new Skills in Demand Visa continues the long-standing requirement for mandatory skills assessments for certain trade occupations and passport holders. Carried over from the former TSS visa, this process ensures that overseas workers meet Australian standards before applying. In this guide, One Planet Migration Law explains who needs a skills assessment, which occupations are affected, and what steps you should take to prepare a successful application.

Still legally married overseas but in a committed relationship with an Australian partner? You may still be eligible for a Partner visa — even without a finalised divorce. This article explains how Australian immigration law defines permanent separation, the 12-month de facto requirement, and how post-application relationship registration can help meet visa criteria. Learn what evidence you'll need and how to navigate state restrictions on relationship registration.

The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched surprise inspections across Newtown and Enmore, targeting fast food outlets, restaurants, and cafés suspected of underpaying staff. With a history of non-compliance in the area, the blitz aims to protect vulnerable workers—particularly young people and visa holders—from unlawful work practices and ensure all employees receive their full entitlements.

From 1 July 2025, the Australian Government will increase key salary thresholds for employer-sponsored visas, including the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa, the 186 Direct Entry visa, and the 494 Regional visa. The Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) will rise to $76,515, while the Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) will increase to $141,210. These changes are designed to align with market wages and protect against underpayment. Employers must meet the new thresholds or the annual market salary rate—whichever is higher. This article outlines what these changes mean for businesses and how One Planet Migration can help ensure compliance.

Australia is fast-tracking overseas nurses from select countries with a simplified registration process starting March 2025—cutting wait times and easing entry into the workforce to address critical healthcare shortages.

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The Australian Government has introduced the Migration Amendment (Substituted Subclass 600 Visa Exemptions) Regulations 2025, expanding eligibility for Aged Parent visas. This amendment allows holders of a Substituted Subclass 600 (Visitor) visa, granted through ministerial intervention, to apply for Aged Parent (Subclass 804), Contributory Aged Parent (Subclass 864), and Contributory Aged Parent (Subclass 884) visas, even if they do not meet the usual age requirement. Effective retrospectively from 17 December 2024, this change supports family reunification and ensures fairness in visa processing. Learn more about how this update could benefit you or your loved ones.

Australia’s SkillSelect program is crucial for attracting skilled migrants. The November 2024 invitation round saw 15,000 invitations issued for subclass 189, while subclass 491 (Family Sponsored) received none. Victoria led state nominations, followed by South Australia and New South Wales. Understanding the points-based system and staying updated on invitation trends can improve applicants' chances. Need visa assistance? Contact our experts today!

The ACT held a skilled migration nomination round on 30 January 2025, issuing 230 Subclass 190 and 314 Subclass 491 nominations. Recent trends show a steady increase, with 215 and 290 nominations issued in December 2024. The next round is scheduled before 27 March 2025. Stay informed and maximise your chances—contact us today for expert migration guidance!