Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa
The requirement for applicants applying under the Graduate Work stream to (a) have a relevant qualification, and (b) hold a positive skills assessment in their nominated MLTSSL occupation, returned on 1 July 2023.
From 1 July, international higher education graduates with eligible qualifications will be granted an extra two years of post-study work rights. This change applies to international graduates with select degrees in areas with a verified skill shortage. A full list of the eligible courses may be found here.
Parent Visa Queue
The Department of Home Affairs has released visa applications that have been queued in date order for final processing. As of 30 June 2023, the following visa applications have been released for final processing:
- Contributory Parent visa applications with a queue date up to May 2017
- Parent visa applications with a queue date up to October 2011
- Aged Parent visa applications with a queue date up to December 2012
Read the Department’s Latest Update Here
PLAYFAIR Prize
PLAYFAIR congratulates Jessica Zheng, a University of Sydney law student, for being awarded the Playfair Prize in Migration Law for academic recognition.
New Membership with International Trade Council
PLAYFAIR is excited to announce its new membership with the esteemed International Trade Council (ITC). By joining the ITC, PLAYFAIR has become part of a global network of business leaders and government officials spanning across 179 countries.
The International Trade Council is a prestigious organisation that fosters international trade and economic development. The council is renowned for providing its members with valuable resources and networking. For more information, please visit https://www.tradecouncil.org.
If PLAYFAIR can assist you with your global mobility and immigration needs, please reach out to us now via email at info@playfair.com.au or call our office on (02) 9233 8899.