Can you become an Australian citizen without living in Australia? The question is not as “silly” as it sounds! Section 21(2) of the Australian Citizenship Act 2007 specifies that persons who are seeking to become Australian citizens “by conferral” must satisfy the “general residence requirement” of...
A news article this morning reports the results of a joint ABC/Fairfax Media investigation into alleged widespread "rorting" of Australia's migration programs. It is "must reading" for RMAs and others who are interested in migration issues, and can be found at this link: http://www.theage.com.au/national/corruption-and-crime-syndicates-threaten-australias-border-security-20160622-gpp72z.html The article reports...
Australian citizenship is the final step for any applicant looking to live in Australia permanently as an Australian. There are a number of ways applicants can apply for citizenship. Determining the right one for you depends on your eligibility. You may be eligible for Australian citizenship if...
APPEALS OF VISA REFUSALS AND ADVERSE FINDINGS If you have received a Visa Refusal, Visa Cancellation, or you are a business in receipt of an Adverse Finding, you may be eligible to seek a review of the matter in the Administrative Appeal Tribunal or through the...
Overseas and Australian business can apply to employ skilled foreign nationals under a variety of Australian visas, including the following: TEMPORARY VISA OPTIONS BUSINESS (LONG STAY) VISA – STANDARD BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP This is the cheapest and quickest method for an Australian business to address a skills shortage...
If you are looking at establishing an office in Australia, purchasing a business in Australia or migrating to Australia as a business owner or investor, it is critical to get the right immigration advice upfront. Having a sound immigration strategy upfront can streamline matters significantly, and...
Monitoring compliance of approved business sponsors An Australian business which is an Approved Business Sponsor may be monitored by the Australian Government to ensure compliance with sponsorship undertakings. Civil penalties may be imposed in case of non-compliance. Sanctions that can be imposed where a Business Sponsor...
Otherwise known as “the points visa”. The purpose of the Skilled Migration Program is to attract highly employable people for migration to Australia. It is the most common form of migration to Australia. There are a variety of GSM options. Most require that you first lodge...