Immigration

The table below shows the number of invitations issued in the SkillSelect invitation round on 7 March 2018. Invitations issued on 7 March 2018 Visa Subclass Number Skilled – Independent (subclass 189) 300 Skilled Regional (Provisional) (subclass 489) 5 During 2017-18 program year the following numbers of invitations have been issued: Invitations issued during 2017-18 program year

The table below shows the number of invitations issued in the SkillSelect invitation round on 21 March 2018. Invitations issued on 21 March 2018 Visa Subclass Number Skilled – Independent (subclass 189) 300 Skilled Regional (Provisional) (subclass 489) 5 During 2017-18 program year the following numbers of invitations have been issued: Invitations issued during 2017-18 program year

Invitation rounds for Skilled – Independent (subclass 189) andSkilled – Regional Provisional (subclass 489) visas will be offered twice monthly. Dates for the rounds are subject to change. The next invitation round is anticipated to run on 4 April 2018. Invitation numbers in each round may vary depending on the number of applications being processed by the department. Note: State or

 12 Apr 2018  Immigration SA has received a large number of state nomination applications for the business migration program. As a result, we have now exceeded the number of places available to us for: 132 – Significant Business History 132 – Venture Capital Entrepreneurs 188 – Business Innovation 188 – Business Investment We will advise

Due to the high demand request for Fast Track service, Engineers Australia has to extend its Fast Track processing timeframe. From 1st April 2018, the Fast Track applications will be assigned to an assessor for processing within 20 working days. Source: https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/For-Migrants/Migration-Skills-Assessment/Migration-Announcements

The New booklet for Engineers Australia has now been published,  for March 2018. Click here to download  

Marketing Specialist occupation is now open in Northern Territory. Apply ASAP before it gets closed. If you need any assistance, let us know. Source: http://www.australiasnorthernterritory.com.au/migrate/migrate-to-work/northern-territory-government-visa-nomination/nt-migration-occupation-list/northern-territory-migration-occupation-list-g-o

From 27 March 2018, if you are seeking a skills assessment in one of the following licensed occupations: Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic, Electrician (General), Electrician (Special Class) and Plumber (General), you must have your skills assessed by a registered training organisation approved by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA-approved RTO) under the Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP).

February 2018 study found Australia is the safest country in the world for women The findings were based on the percentage of women that were victims of crime Sudan, Somalia, Syria and Iraq among the most dangerous countries for women Psychologist Bettina Arndt said report shows Australia is great place for women By Sam Duncan For