The employment duration requirement for NSW Pathway 1, for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, has been reduced from 12 to 6 months. This change aims to expand eligibility and encourage skilled migration to regional areas, supporting local economies and communities. Source: https://www.nsw.gov.au/visas-and-migration/skilled-visas/skilled-work-regional-visa-subclass-491
Processing Times: Current oldest pending nomination application dates back to 15 March 2024.Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) Visa:Nominations: 514/600 places utilized.Pending Applications: 29.Pending Invitations: 19.Registrations of Interest: 472.Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) Visa:Nominations: 392/600 places utilized.Pending Applications: 48.Pending Invitations: 22.Registrations of Interest: 579.Source: https://www.migration.tas.gov.au/news/processing_times_and_allocation_usage
Oldest pending nomination application: February 17, 2024. Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) Visa: Nominations used: 458/600. Pending applications: 17. Invitations issued but not accepted: 23. Interest registrations: 477. Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) Visa: Nominations used: 316/600. Pending applications: 43. Invitations issued but not accepted: 31. Interest registrations: 497. Source: https://www.migration.tas.gov.au/news/processing_times_and_allocation_usage
Migration Tasmania has announced crucial updates for subclass 190 Registrations of Interest (ROIs) due to high demand: Only ROIs with a Gold Pass will be accepted for subclass 190 nomination for the 2023-24 program year. This restriction applies solely to subclass 190 and will last until the start of the 2024-25 program in July 2024.… Continue reading Migration Tasmania Update: Key Changes to Subclass 190 Registrations of Interest
Migration Queensland has opened registration for priority processing of onshore Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) applicants living in regional Queensland. Eligible individuals can submit their complete applications between February 23 and February 27, 2024. To qualify, applicants must currently reside and work full-time in regional Queensland and fulfill all other criteria for Queensland… Continue reading Priority Processing Now Available for Subclass 491 Visa Applicants in Regional Queensland
Collaboration: Developed in consultation with the Australian Hotels Association (AHA). Industry Focus: Addresses the growing trend of serviced apartments in the hospitality sector. Comprehensive Management: Candidates must demonstrate capability in managing all operational aspects of serviced apartments. Legislative Compliance: Includes interaction with body corporate legislation. Owner Coordination: Requires experience in liaising with individual apartment owners.… Continue reading Updated VETASSESS Criteria for Hospitality Management Roles: Key Features
Occupation: Plumber (General), ANZSCO 334111 Start Date: February 12, 2024, marks the day VETASSESS begins accepting new Pathway 1 applications for plumbers. Qualification Update: From January 31, 2024, plumber applicants are assessed based on the CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing. Assessment Process: The evaluation includes a practical assessment and a technical interview, essential for licensure… Continue reading Plumber (General) Application Update by VETASSESS
As of January 22, 2024, the oldest unprocessed nomination application dates back to that day. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): Used Nominations: 424/600 Pending Decisions: 29 applications Awaiting Acceptance: 18 invitations Interest Registrations: 468 Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491): Used Nominations: 293/600 Pending Decisions: 47 applications Awaiting Acceptance: 35 invitations Interest Registrations: 453 Post-allocation,… Continue reading Visa Processing Update
