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‼️ Important Update for Visa Applicants for Australia ‼️

The Migration Amendment (Visa Application Charges) Regulations 2024 have introduced new changes that will impact the cost of visa applications starting from 1 July 2024.

📈 Annual Indexation of Visa Application Charges (VAC): The VAC has been adjusted to match the forecast Consumer Price Index (CPI) of 2.75%, rounded to the nearest $5.

📈 Significant Increases for Student Visas:

🔹 The Student (Subclass 500) visa application fee will increase from $710 to $1,600.
The Student Guardian (Subclass 590) visa application fee will adjust similarly.
🔹 For additional applicants, the visa application fee for applicants 18 years and older will increase from $530 to $1,190, and for those under 18 years old, from $175 to $390.

👉 No Change for Specific Visas

The VAC for the Pacific Engagement (Subclass 192) visa and secondary applicants for the Temporary Work (International Relations) (Subclass 403) visa in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) stream remain unchanged.

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📣 Raising the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold

Australia’s Home Affairs Department announced an increase of 4.5% of Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) from 70,000 AUD to 73,150, which will be applied from July 1, 2024.

This means that new nomination applications for subclass 482, 494, 186 and 187 from this date must meet the new TSMIT of $73,150 or the annual market salary rate, whichever is higher.

These requirements help to ensure that:
🔹 Employers pay overseas workers no less than an Australian worker who is in the same role at similar locations, that is, the 'annual market salary rate (AMSR)'
🔹 These visa programs are not used to undercut the Australian labour market

Keep up with Australian news on migration strategy and updates. PLAYFAIR offers individual/private consulting to map out and plan for your migration journey to Australia.

Although new skills in demand and requirements from Australia might be complex to navigate, our team is confident that our experience and expertise in the field will help you achieve the most fruitful outcomes.

🇦🇺 Opportunities in Australia for Education Professionals! 🌟

Australia is seeking talented individuals to join its workforce. If you're looking for career development opportunities and want to live overseas, Australia might be a good fit for your consideration.

✈️ Skilled Migration Process for Teachers
- Independent Skilled Visa (subclass 189): For those who want to live and work permanently in Australia without state or territory sponsorship.
- State-Nominated Skilled Visa (subclass 190): For those sponsored by an Australian state or territory.
📝 Basic Requirements
- Educational Qualification: You must have a relevant academic degree recognised by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL).
- Work Experience: At least two years of experience in the education field.
- English Proficiency: You must meet the required scores in English language tests like IELTS or PTE. A minimum score is usually needed for these tests. For instance, for IELTS, a score of at least 7.0 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing, and speaking). For PTE, a score of around 65 in each communicative skill might be required.

However, each Australian state or territory could have additional requirements or specific scores to be met.

Start your journey today by contacting us for detailed consultation and support on your new path! 🎓✈️

BUDGET ANNOUNCEMENT - CHANGES TO MIGRATION

📢The Australian Government will set a cap for the 2024-2025 financial year migration plan at 185,000 applications. Of these, 132,200 applications were allocated to the skilled migration stream, further limiting opportunities to become permanent residents for those who fit Australia's long-term skills needs.

📢The immigration rate from foreigners is expected to halve to 260,000 by 2024-2025.

📢The number of international students coming to Australia will be limited, details to be determined in negotiations with universities The number of places for international students is being capped, the details to be determined in negotiations with universities.

📢 Working Holiday visa applicants from countries such as China, Vietnam and India will have to pay a draw fee of $25 AUD from the next financial year. This lottery will help reduce visa application processing time and manage the number of applicants.

📢 The Australian Government will launch a new visa called National Innovation, replacing the current Global Talent visa (subclass 858) from the end of 2024, to attract talented immigrants. excellent capabilities to promote growth in important national sectors. The Business Innovation and Investment visa program (BIIP) will end, with visa fee refunds offered from September 2024 for those who wish to withdraw their BIIP application. This resolution includes $51.4 million over 2024-25 for system changes needed to implement the new visa stream and close BIIP.

We will continue to update you with further information as it is announced.