Australia’s Skills in Demand visa replaces the Temporary Skills Shortage visa
On 7 December 2024, Australia will introduce the Skills in Demand (SID) visa, which will replace the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482).
Important updates to the migrant exploitation protection work visa
On 31 October 2024, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) introduced changes to the Migrant Exploitation Protection Work Visa (MEPV). This visa is designed to help migrant workers leave exploitative work situations while remaining lawfully in New Zealand.
October 2024 immigration update: key changes for visa holders and employers
October brought several significant updates from Immigration New Zealand (INZ) that will impact visa applicants, current visa holders, and employers. Here’s a breakdown of the most important changes and what they mean.
INZ Replacing ANZSCO with National Occupation List
In a significant update for visa applicants and employers, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is gradually replacing the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) with the National Occupation List (NOL).
New open work rights for partners of AEWV holders (effective 2 December 2024)
Immigration New Zealand has announced updates regarding the work rights of partners of Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders, effective from 2 December 2024.
Visa duration extended to three years for partners of New Zealand citizens
Starting 1 October 2024, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will implement changes to the maximum duration of work and visitor visas for partners of New Zealand citizens or residence class visa holders.
Australia launches new mobile app for visa applicants in the Pacific
On 26 September 2024, the Australian government launched the Australian Immi App, a mobile application designed to simplify the visa application process for individuals in the Pacific region.
Employer engagement with Work and Income for Job Check
As of 7 October 2024, accredited employers in New Zealand will face significant changes when hiring for ANZSCO Level 4 and 5 roles.
Changing the conditions of a New Zealand work visa
When you’re granted a visa for New Zealand, it’s likely that the visa will come with conditions. Some of these conditions can be changed (for instance, you might change your role and employer)
Australia’s State and Territory Nomination Allocations for 2024-2025
The nomination allocations are the number of new primary applicants each state or territory can nominate that year. They do not reflect the total number of visa applicants in these categories or limit the number of visas that can be granted in these categories.
