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December 24, 2024

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The Australian Computer Society (ACS) Expands Horizons: 10 New Tech Roles Added to Skills Assessment for 2025

Australia’s demand for skilled technology professionals is set to rise significantly, with a projected need for 1.3 million experts by 2030. In response to this growing demand, the Australian Computer Society (ACS) has expanded its assessment scope to align with updates from the Department of Home Affairs’ Skills in Demand visa and Core Skills Occupations […]

December 20, 2024

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CoE Requirement for Australian Student Visa Applications Starting 1 January 2025

From 1 January 2025, individuals applying for a Student visa while in Australia must provide a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) at the time of application. The Department of Home Affairs will no longer accept Letters of Offer for onshore Student visa applications. Key Changes to Be Aware Of Mandatory CoE Requirement: Applications without a CoE […]

May 10, 2024

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TOEFL Triumph: Australian Visas Now Open to TOEFL Scores Starting May 5, 2024

In a recent development, the Educational Testing Service (ETS) has declared that TOEFL scores will now be accepted for all Australian visa applications, effective from May 5, 2024. This decision follows a period of review by the Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and addresses concerns related to test revisions. Details of the Announcement: Previously, […]

April 29, 2024

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Breaking: Australia’s 476 Skilled Graduate Visa to be Abolished, Allocation Exhausted for 2023/24 Financial Year

In a significant development impacting prospective skilled immigrants, the Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced the closure of the 476 Skilled – Recognised Graduate visa program, effective July 1, 2024. This decision comes as the allocation limit for the current financial year (2023/24) has been reached, with no further visas to be granted under […]

April 26, 2024

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Breaking: Changes to the Temporary Graduate visa program – proposed 1 July 2024

The Australian Government has unveiled changes to the Temporary Graduate visa programs as part of its recent Migration Strategy, with implementation slated for 1st July 2024, pending legislative approval. Here’s an overview of the forthcoming amendments: Graduate Work Stream Renamed The Graduate Work stream will be rebranded as the Post-Vocational Education Work stream. Eligibility age […]

April 5, 2024

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Breaking: Australian Government Introduces Genuine Student (GS) Requirement for Student Visas

In a recent Migration Strategy update released on December 11, 2023, the Australian Government has implemented significant changes to the student visa application process. The Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement has been replaced with a new Genuine Student (GS) requirement. What is the GS Requirement? The GS requirement is a pivotal step in the student […]

March 21, 2024

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Australian Government Takes Action on Migration Strategy

This Saturday, March 23, marks a pivotal moment as the Albanese Government fulfils crucial commitments outlined in the Migration Strategy and addresses key recommendations from the Migration Review. Building upon last year’s efforts to phase out pandemic-era concessions, such as unrestricted working hours for international students and the Pandemic Event visa, the government is taking […]

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