As from the 27th October 2008, the Australian Government will introduce a change to the laws regarding the Skilled Graduate Visa (subclass 485). (note: This date may be subject to change.)
Up until the 27th October migrants were able to lodge their visa application prior to achieving sufficient IELTS scores. This is with the intention of attaining the necessary IELTS scores in the near future. The system worked favorably for the migrant as it gave them more time and options.
However, the new changes that take place on the 27th October will mean that one can only lodge their application for a skilled Graduate Visa (subclass 485) after they have received their required IELTS test results. The results (evidence) needs to be shown at the time of lodgement so to prove that they have met the relevant English language standards.
The standard for professionals, para-professionals and managerial occupations is ‘competent’ English (a score of at least six (6) on each of the four (4) components of the International English Language Test Scheme (IELTS) test or equivalent standard in a specified test).
For people who nominate an occupation in the Major Group IV in the Australian Standard Classification of Occupations, the standard is ‘vocational’ English (a score of at least five (5) on each of the four (4) components of the IELTS test).
IELTS test results must be no more than two (2) years old at the time of application.
This is a departure from the current regulations which allow an applicant to apply having only booked an English language test.
There are exceptions though, people who hold an eligible passport from either Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, United Kingdom or United States of America are not required to submit evidence of their English standard.
For further information about this policy change and how it may affect you please contact our office.
PH: +61 7 3876 4000
Email: migration@noborders-group.com
Website: http://www.noborders-group.com
Monday, October 13, 2008
MIGRATING TO AUSTRALIA – THERE MAY NOT BE A BETTER TIME
If you have been thinking of migrating to Australia, recent events may be the push you’ve needed to make your dreams a reality. The attractive exchange rate for overseas nationals buying Australian dollars, an economy better placed than most in the developed world to withstand the current turmoil, and the likely tightening of the migration scheme which may make it more difficult to migrate in the future, means there may not be a better time than now for moving to Australia.
In recent months the Australian dollar has collapsed, from a high of almost dollar for dollar with the US to 1US : 0.69AUD, and 1 Euro now buying 2 Australian Dollars. The exchange rate is likely to become even more attractive as the Australian Reserve Bank cuts central interest rates to keep the Australian economy moving.
Just like the rest of the world, the Australian economy is weakening and as the rate of unemployment grows the government will be under pressure to cut skilled migrant intakes. The current Rudd government has announced overnight that next year’s intake of skilled migrants will be lower than this year’s. This policy could be introduced by lowering the maximum number of applications per annum, raising the threshold requirements prospective migrants will need to meet, or indeed both.
Nevertheless, the International Monetary Fund reported yesterday that while the rest of the world enters into a recession, Australia may experience 2% growth. Australia’s commodity boom is likely to slow, but there should remain plenty of opportunity in the mining sector and related occupations, and Australia seems to have a shortage of skilled employees in key areas throughout the economy.
If you are interested in migrating to Australia, it is certainly a time to take some action. There is no doubt that opportunities will begin to decrease in the current economic climate and there is no knowing just how bad the situation could get in Europe, the UK and the United States. Australia will also suffer, however with the exchange rate low and dropping, your savings may well go a lot further in Australia, and if you have the right skills your employment prospects may also be a lot rosier.
For a quick assessment of your options to migrate to Australia CLICK HERE or visit our website: www.noborders-group.com, email our friendly staff: migration@noborders-group.com
In recent months the Australian dollar has collapsed, from a high of almost dollar for dollar with the US to 1US : 0.69AUD, and 1 Euro now buying 2 Australian Dollars. The exchange rate is likely to become even more attractive as the Australian Reserve Bank cuts central interest rates to keep the Australian economy moving.
Just like the rest of the world, the Australian economy is weakening and as the rate of unemployment grows the government will be under pressure to cut skilled migrant intakes. The current Rudd government has announced overnight that next year’s intake of skilled migrants will be lower than this year’s. This policy could be introduced by lowering the maximum number of applications per annum, raising the threshold requirements prospective migrants will need to meet, or indeed both.
Nevertheless, the International Monetary Fund reported yesterday that while the rest of the world enters into a recession, Australia may experience 2% growth. Australia’s commodity boom is likely to slow, but there should remain plenty of opportunity in the mining sector and related occupations, and Australia seems to have a shortage of skilled employees in key areas throughout the economy.
If you are interested in migrating to Australia, it is certainly a time to take some action. There is no doubt that opportunities will begin to decrease in the current economic climate and there is no knowing just how bad the situation could get in Europe, the UK and the United States. Australia will also suffer, however with the exchange rate low and dropping, your savings may well go a lot further in Australia, and if you have the right skills your employment prospects may also be a lot rosier.
For a quick assessment of your options to migrate to Australia CLICK HERE or visit our website: www.noborders-group.com, email our friendly staff: migration@noborders-group.com
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Looking at Purchasing Property From inside Australia or Overseas
Finding it hard finding the right property for you?
Tired of spending your valuable weekends driving from one dud house to the next?
Not sure where to look for a commercial property that will giec you a head start with your business?
Your solution is Morpheus Property.
Morpheus Property is a trusted partner of No Borders Migration Advocates. Martyn and Guy focus on finding and negotiating the best property purchases possible. Their areas of excellence include:
- Finding property
- Negotiating great deals
- Investing in property
- Satisfying customers
They can help you with:
- finance your residential or commecial property
- buy your property at the right price
- negotiate new lease agreements
With a passion for property investment and in helping the client get the best property for their lifestyle Martyn and Guy from Morpheus Property are the men to talk to when you are looking at purchasing property. Both residential or commercial.
Ph: 1300 727 586
Email: enquiries@morpheusproperty.com.au
Fax: +61 7 3102 9154
Website: www.morpheusproperty.com.au
Blog Site: http://morpheusproperty.blogspot.com/
Tired of spending your valuable weekends driving from one dud house to the next?
Not sure where to look for a commercial property that will giec you a head start with your business?
Your solution is Morpheus Property.
Morpheus Property is a trusted partner of No Borders Migration Advocates. Martyn and Guy focus on finding and negotiating the best property purchases possible. Their areas of excellence include:
- Finding property
- Negotiating great deals
- Investing in property
- Satisfying customers
They can help you with:
- finance your residential or commecial property
- buy your property at the right price
- negotiate new lease agreements
With a passion for property investment and in helping the client get the best property for their lifestyle Martyn and Guy from Morpheus Property are the men to talk to when you are looking at purchasing property. Both residential or commercial.
Ph: 1300 727 586
Email: enquiries@morpheusproperty.com.au
Fax: +61 7 3102 9154
Website: www.morpheusproperty.com.au
Blog Site: http://morpheusproperty.blogspot.com/
Monday, September 15, 2008
Snoop Dogg Gets Granted An Australia Visa
The immigration department says rapper Snoop Dogg has been granted a visa to enter Australia for a concert tour after concluding a full character assessment of the entertainer.
The department had earlier expressed concern about Snoop Dogg's criminal record but took into account the fact that he had traveled to Australia three times without incident.
The department said in a statement on Friday it weighed his criminal convictions against his previous behaviour while in Australia, recent conduct, including charity work, and any likely risk to the Australian community when making the decision.
It said the rapper, whose birth name is Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr, has committed to doing charity work with at-risk youth during his visit to Australia.
Snoop Dogg was refused permission to even apply for a visa to enter Australia in 2007 because of his criminal record, sinking plans for him to co-host the MTV Australia Video Music Awards.
Australian immigration officials last month cleared an October visit, but then demanded more information after a spate of public complaints from Australian victims of crime groups.
"We took into account all relevant factors and, on balance, the department decided to grant the visa," an immigration spokesman said.
Oscar-winning Australian actor Russell Crowe this week wrote a letter to immigration officials to support Snoop Dogg's visa application and 17-day "Smoked Out" tour.
"I submit to you that Snoop Dogg poses no threat to Australia or to any individual in this country," Crowe wrote.
The spokesman said the visa will be canceled if Snoop failed to abide by the law during his visit to Australia and strict behaviour rules to abide by while in the country.
He has also been denied entry to Britain.
Source: Rob Taylor, Bill Tarrant & The Press Association
The department had earlier expressed concern about Snoop Dogg's criminal record but took into account the fact that he had traveled to Australia three times without incident.
The department said in a statement on Friday it weighed his criminal convictions against his previous behaviour while in Australia, recent conduct, including charity work, and any likely risk to the Australian community when making the decision.
It said the rapper, whose birth name is Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr, has committed to doing charity work with at-risk youth during his visit to Australia.
Snoop Dogg was refused permission to even apply for a visa to enter Australia in 2007 because of his criminal record, sinking plans for him to co-host the MTV Australia Video Music Awards.
Australian immigration officials last month cleared an October visit, but then demanded more information after a spate of public complaints from Australian victims of crime groups.
"We took into account all relevant factors and, on balance, the department decided to grant the visa," an immigration spokesman said.
Oscar-winning Australian actor Russell Crowe this week wrote a letter to immigration officials to support Snoop Dogg's visa application and 17-day "Smoked Out" tour.
"I submit to you that Snoop Dogg poses no threat to Australia or to any individual in this country," Crowe wrote.
The spokesman said the visa will be canceled if Snoop failed to abide by the law during his visit to Australia and strict behaviour rules to abide by while in the country.
He has also been denied entry to Britain.
Source: Rob Taylor, Bill Tarrant & The Press Association
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Snoop Dogg Denied Australian Visa
For yet another time, rapper Snoop Dogg may possibly be denied entry into another country, this time the Long Beach native has the Immigration Department in Australia a little skeptical.
After initially giving Snoop Dogg's provisional approval on his visa, the Immigration Department in Australia decided that they would instead conduct a full character assessment to see if Snoop would be allowed entry into the country.
According to a spokesperson for the Immigration Department, the full character assessment was a result of public concern.
"Mr. Broadus has not been granted a visa, there are further steps required beyond character assessment before a visa is granted. The department has now decided to do a full assessment of the character of Mr. Broadus," a department spokesperson said. "Community complaints have no effect on the grant or otherwise of a visa. Each application is assessed individually on its merits."
Snoop Dogg is awaiting approval from the Australian Immigration Department in order to tour with Ice Cube in October.
In 2007, Snoop Dogg's visa request to enter the United Kingdom was denied by officials because of an incident with Snoop and his entourage that happened the previous year at Heathrow Airport in London.
Source: hiphopdx.com – 28/08/2008, Danielle Harling
After initially giving Snoop Dogg's provisional approval on his visa, the Immigration Department in Australia decided that they would instead conduct a full character assessment to see if Snoop would be allowed entry into the country.
According to a spokesperson for the Immigration Department, the full character assessment was a result of public concern.
"Mr. Broadus has not been granted a visa, there are further steps required beyond character assessment before a visa is granted. The department has now decided to do a full assessment of the character of Mr. Broadus," a department spokesperson said. "Community complaints have no effect on the grant or otherwise of a visa. Each application is assessed individually on its merits."
Snoop Dogg is awaiting approval from the Australian Immigration Department in order to tour with Ice Cube in October.
In 2007, Snoop Dogg's visa request to enter the United Kingdom was denied by officials because of an incident with Snoop and his entourage that happened the previous year at Heathrow Airport in London.
Source: hiphopdx.com – 28/08/2008, Danielle Harling
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