2023-10-09 00:33
We have come across many people waiting for their Skilled Migration Points to increase, such as for their age to fall within higher points bracket or hoping to gain more work experience over… Read More
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2022-06-03 04:31
Following the change of government resulting from the federal election on 21 May 2022, it seems likely there will be changes to visa programs, visa requirements, as well as visa application… Read More
2022-05-13 06:03
The Business Innovation and Investment Subclass 188 visa, Significant Investor stream, could be an option towards your permanent residence in Australia.
Pathway to permanent residence… Read More
2022-05-11 06:11
Skills assessment applications can be daunting when considering qualifications, employment history, and not the least the various occupational descriptions under the Australian and New Zeala… Read More
2022-05-10 06:35
During 2020 and 20921, almost no citizenship applications were granted, as we struggled to navigate covid 19, so clearly we are willing and able to shut down our borders.
It is also clear… Read More
2022-03-15 01:53
Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by this extreme weather event, and we hope you, your families, and your businesses are safe and flood-free.
If your business has been af… Read More
2022-03-13 03:37
If you do not hold a current valid Australian visa, you may be deemed to be an unlawful non-citizen and be subject to detention under the Migration Act 1958 (Cth).
Whilst Australia welcom… Read More
2022-01-31 14:01
10% discount on our competitive fixed prices for the new year!
Irish Bentley Lawyers / The Migration Place welcomes you to the Year of the Tiger!The Tiger is the king of all beasts in Chi… Read More
2022-01-27 02:58
I am so proud to be a part of this amazing nation.
One of my best friends is William Barton who has contributed so much to our First Nations peoples.
He is pictured above, about to per… Read More
2022-01-24 02:45
As Australia needs to fill workforce shortages ASAP, the Australian Government is providing an additional offer, not just a rebate of the Visa Application Charge (VAC) for Student visa holde… Read More
2022-01-20 02:08
The Australian Prime Minister announced (this week) that the student visa application charge will be rebated for international students who arrive in Australia in the next eight weeks. … Read More
2022-01-17 21:00
Looking back at our previous year, we surpassed all expectations in receiving a tremendous amount of visa grants across a range of visas, including both offshore and onshore Partner visas.&n&hell…Read More
2021-11-02 03:35
This November 2021, there are flagged changes to the Partner visa program that would entail a more onerous application process.
Changes may include separating sponsorship assessments from… Read More
2021-08-06 06:27
Partner Visa:
Last year, the Department of Home Affairs flagged important changes affecting both offshore and onshore Partner visa applications as part of the 2020-2021 Federal Budget. St… Read More
2021-06-29 06:12
As of 1st July 2021, the Department of Home Affairs will increase Australian citizenship and most visa application fees. Changes apply from 12:00am, 1 July (Australian Eastern Standard Time)… Read More
2021-06-29 06:01
We have been privileged to achieve the grant of at least 8 double visa grants recently for our Partner visa clients.
The Department of Home Affairs have granted both the onshore Partner (… Read More
2021-01-18 02:23
We are always proud when we secure visas – and a new future – for our migration clients, but especially when they are processed quickly!
CV19 has disrupted all industrie… Read More
2020-12-10 09:54
Shining opportunity for Social Workers!
The latest Primary Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL), updated on the 27th of November 2020, has added one more skilled occupation in demand- S… Read More
2020-11-06 13:21
If you are in a relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen, this is the best time to apply for a Partner visa (onshore/offshore)… Read More
2019-08-02 07:29
If you are applying for an Australian visa, you must meet the minimum health standards before your visa is granted.
If you have a medical condition, a Medical Officer of the Comm… Read More
2019-06-21 01:25
Have you
recently had a visa application refused, or held a visa that was cancelled? The
most important thing is not to panic, as you may be able to request a review of
the decision.
You… Read More
2019-06-05 01:29
Looking to lodge a visa application relatively soon? Your visa application could be affected!
The Department of Home Affairs has announced its annual increase to visa lodgement fees for a… Read More
2019-05-24 03:40
When applying for a visa, it is important to disclose anything relevant to your character. This may even be something as minor as a drink driving charge, no matter how long ago it occurred… Read More
2019-05-17 01:31
In a recent blog post we discussed the new changes to the immigration program, namely, the introduction of two new skilled regional provisional visas for skilled migrants and dependent famil… Read More
2019-05-15 01:20
Each year, the Federal Government allocates places for people wanting to migrate permanently to Australia.
The Migration Program Planning Levels fluctuate each year according to economic… Read More
2019-05-15 01:07
The Australian Government has recently announced changes to the Australian immigration program, including the introduction of two new skilled regional provisional visas for skilled migrants… Read More
2019-05-15 01:00
Visa applications lodged by experienced migration professionals get processed more quickly, and with less vigour than DIY applications.
This is generally because most applicants have lit… Read More
2019-05-15 00:49
As is the case with all visas, the sooner you obtain Australian Permanent Residency, the better off you will be.
Although there are many reasons for this, here are a few of the major one… Read More
2019-05-15 00:36
The
Migration Amendment (Family Violence and Other Measures) Act 2018 commenced on 17
April 2019.
This Act amends
the Migration Act to, among other things, insert new subsections relating… Read More
2019-05-15 00:24
The Department of Home Affairs has recently announced increases to its visa lodgement fees for a large majority of visa classes.
The base visa application fees for all visa subclasses, ex… Read More
2018-12-05 06:44
Since 2016, the Department of Home Affairs (“DOHA”) has been foreshadowing that they would add an extra stage to the partner visa process – specifically to require the Aust… Read More
2018-06-26 04:48
Looking to lodge a visa application relatively soon? Your visa application could be affected!
The Department of Home Affairs has announced increases to its visa lodgement fees to a large maj… Read More
2018-06-22 04:18
Many visa types require a State or Territory to sponsor your application – some States are more willing than others!
It is important to select the right State for your skill, and resid… Read More
2018-06-13 07:24
“He who acts for himself has a fool for a client” – it is impossible to be objective when acting for yourself, because your emotional connection to the outcome will infect… Read More
2018-04-27 00:23
In most recent news, the South African Parliament has backed a motion and has taken steps to expropriate or take land away from white South African owners to black South African owners witho… Read More
2018-04-18 04:44
Are you thinking about becoming an Australian Citizen? Apply for Australian Citizenship now while it’s still easy and before the rules become more strict!
There are currently pro… Read More
2018-03-16 21:00
The Migration Place loves the Irish, and wants to help you all stay here!
Anyone holding an Irish Passport, or having any Irish heritage, is invited to have a discounted initial consultation… Read More
2018-03-16 03:10
The best time to apply for a visa…is when a new visa regime comes into place because :
There is no waiting queue so it will be processed quickly.
The government wants the new visa sy… Read More
2018-03-15 23:31
The new TSS Visa starts on 18 March 2018, and 457 Work Visas will no longer be available. Contact us TODAY to discuss your options on 61 7 3229 4025 or by email to [email protected]… Read More
2017-11-28 05:31
Peter Dutton’s Decision Quashed by the Federal Court
Irish Bentley Lawyers, acting on behalf of Mr Lyons, was pleased to obtain a favourable decision in Lyons -v- Minister for Immigra… Read More
2017-11-01 06:38
Zeke Bentley met with Jeff Hunt (the World Welterweight Champion who defeated Pacquiao earlier this year) – what a legend and an ambassador for the wonderful sport of boxing! Congratul… Read More
2017-11-01 06:38
Zeke Bentley met with Jeff Horn (the World Welterweight Champion who defeated Pacquiao earlier this year) – what a legend and an ambassador for the wonderful sport of boxing! Congratul… Read More
2017-10-18 01:02
Mr Costello gave an enlightened speech at a World Vision dinner held last night in Brisbane, highlighting how World Vision has improved millions of lives in the least developed and poorest c… Read More
2017-10-09 23:30
Congratulations are in order to you if you have met the person with whom you wish to spend the rest of your life!
Engagements and weddings are some of the most exciting times in a person&rs&hell…Read More
2017-10-03 06:28
Being in a different country far away from your loved ones is always a difficult situation. It’s made even worse when you are no longer able to care of yourself due to a medical condit… Read More
2017-09-20 06:09
According to the 2016 Census of Population and Housing, one in four people (26%) living in Australia was born overseas. Australians now come from nearly 200 countries and represent more than… Read More
2017-09-07 04:47
On 6 September 2017, the High Court handed down its judgement in Graham v Minister for Immigration and Border Protection; Te Puia v Minister for Immigration. The High Court, with… Read More
2017-08-25 04:24
Exciting news has been announced for General Skilled Migration occupations for the upcoming 2017-2018 year!
IT professionals, Engineering professionals and Accountants have great news as wel… Read More
2017-08-15 00:11
When it is said that migration laws are constantly changing, it couldn’t be truer now!
New announcements have come to light regarding new processing times, policy changes for graduate… Read More
2017-08-03 03:54
2017 has been a monumental year so far for changes occurring to most visas; most importantly this includes very big changes to skilled visas. As of the 18th of April 2017, Prime Minister Mal… Read More
2017-07-05 04:44
New Zealand is considered one of Australia’s closest allies, with a common history, culture and geography.
Even our military forces (the ANZACS) have been working together since 1915… Read More
2017-07-05 04:44
New Zealand is considered one of Australia’s closest allies, with a common history, culture and geography.
Even our military forces (the ANZACS) have been working together since 1915… Read More
2017-07-03 05:05
Age limit increased from 30 to 35 years (for 417 & 462 Visas)!
Young backpackers have been travelling and working their way around Australia on working holiday visas for years, and const… Read More
2017-07-01 00:00
If you want a partner visa, but you missed the opportunity to apply before 1 July, then you need to deal with the new changes.
Earlier articles about the changes can be found here:http://www… Read More
2017-07-01 00:00
If you want a partner visa, but you missed the opportunity to apply before 1 July, then you need to deal with the new changes.
Earlier articles about the changes can be found here:http://www… Read More
2017-06-26 04:37
The new rules add an extra stage – basically this stage requires the Australian partner to secure the DIBP’s permission to sponsor you, before you can lodge for a partner visa.
T… Read More
2017-06-22 00:37
The main changes are:
The partner visa process will have an extra stage added (as if it wasn’t hard enough already!), where the Australian partner has to apply for “permission&rd&hell…Read More
2017-06-20 03:40
Yet again the Australian government has changed the visa rules – indeed they seem to do this annually which is why The Migration Place has (since 2002) always recommend that clients ap… Read More
2017-06-02 01:47
If you are currently on a 417 or 462 Visa, there are some important changes that give you even more reason to come to Australia!
The Australian Government have announced an update to both th… Read More
2017-05-30 03:56
We all know that the Temporary Work (Skilled) visa (subclass 457) or simply 457 visa is the most commonly used program for employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers in Australia. To this… Read More
2017-05-25 04:38
Why do Kiwis need residency?
New Zealanders who arrived after 26 February 2001 on a special category (subclass 444) visa can now apply for permanent residency rights, if they have been livi… Read More
2017-05-10 14:03
On 09 May 2017 the government announced a new visa that will allow migrants the option of paying for and supporting their parents financially if they wish to bring them to Australia. This vi… Read More
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