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What is the difference between the Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) (SID) visa and the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) (ENS) visa? (Updated: 24 February 2025)
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What is the difference between the Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) (SID) visa and the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) (ENS) visa? (Updated: 24 February 2025)

The Skills in Demand (SID) and Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa are both employer sponsored visa programs which allow employers to bring skilled workers into Australia for selected occupations. Both visas are very similar in the sense that they allow the visa holder to reside in Australia, work full-time and have their family accompany them. However, there are some clear…
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24 February, 2025
Navigating the Complexities of Australia’s Adoption Visas
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Navigating the Complexities of Australia’s Adoption Visas

Numerous visa options are available to those seeking permanent residence based on being a child who has been, or is in the process of being adopted by an Australian citizen, Australian permanent visa holder (PR), or an eligible New Zealand citizen (ENZC). These visas support the principle of family unity and the interests of family wellbeing. However, adoptions can be…
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7 February, 2025
Expansion of Family Violence Provisions for Visa Applicants: Key Changes (Updated on: 31 January 2025)
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Expansion of Family Violence Provisions for Visa Applicants: Key Changes (Updated on: 31 January 2025)

In October and December 2024, changes were made to the Migration Regulations broadening access to “family violence” provisions for secondary applicants of several of the permanent Skilled visas. These changes are part of the Australian Government's efforts to support those impacted by family violence by ensuring they are not disadvantaged in their visa status when leaving abusive relationships. What are…
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31 January, 2025
What are the Family Violence provisions for Australian visa holders? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)
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What are the Family Violence provisions for Australian visa holders? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)

If you hold certain Australian visas and have experienced family violence, you may still apply for permanent residency via the “family violence” provisions. This article will take you through what the family violence provisions are, and what evidence you must provide to submit a valid claim. Eligibility for the Family Violence Provisions To qualify for Australia's family violence provisions, you…
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31 January, 2025
What are the visa options to hire foreign talent as an employer? (Updated on: 29 January 2025)
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What are the visa options to hire foreign talent as an employer? (Updated on: 29 January 2025)

As a business, there are several visa options which can facilitate access to foreign workers, the most appropriate of which will depend on the individual’s skill level, the duration of stay, duties required, and of course, cost. So what are the options? This primer sets out a number of employer supported visa options, including the: Skills in Demand (subclass 482)…
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29 January, 2025
How do I appeal a visa refusal? (Updated on: 29 January 2025)
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How do I appeal a visa refusal? (Updated on: 29 January 2025)

Having a visa refusal is a deeply upsetting, and often traumatic, experience particularly given the amount of effort, money and time spent on visa applications. Fortunately, some visa decisions have a right of appeal to the Migration and Refugee Division of the Administrative Reviews Tribunal (Tribunal) also known as the ART. To appeal a visa refusal, it’s important to ensure that: the…
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29 January, 2025