2021 September

Processing times for Partner visa applications can vary depending on the specific circumstances of each case and are generally impacted by: the quality of the application. whether the application is a ‘decision-ready application. the complexity in assessing ‘genuine relationship’ claims. health and character criteria factors impacting priority processing of family visas, including Ministerial Direction 80.

States that fully vaccinate 80 per cent of people aged 16 and older will be able to resume international travel, as the Prime Minister said a new deal will double Australia’s vaccine supplies for September will speed up reopening. National cabinet also discussed which other restrictions can be dropped once double dose targets are reached,

The Victoria Government has introduced the Workforce Skills Pathway (WSP) for highly skilled applicants to assist industry address labour shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic. If you are a highly skilled cook (351411) or chef (351311) already living and working in Victoria you may be eligible. You do not need to be working in a