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The end of indefinite immigration detention in Australia: NZYQ v Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs [2023] HCA 37
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The end of indefinite immigration detention in Australia: NZYQ v Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs [2023] HCA 37

On 8 November 2023, the High Court of Australia’s recently elevated Chief Justice made a brief order dismantling one of the most controversial principles in Australian immigration law for the last two decades: That non-citizens who had been denied entry to the Australian community but who could not be removed to any other country could be lawfully detained indefinitely (NZYQ).…
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22 January, 2024
The Australian government released its Migration Strategy on 11 December 2023
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The Australian government released its Migration Strategy on 11 December 2023

The Australian government released its much anticipated and comprehensive Migration Strategy on 11 December 2023, with a policy roadmap containing 8 key actions and over 25 new policy commitments and areas for future reform. What are the key actions? Going forward, the key actions have been identified as: Introduction of a new Skills in Demand visa (see here for a…
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11 December, 2023
What are the sponsorship limitations on family sponsors? Part 1: Multiple Sponsorships
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What are the sponsorship limitations on family sponsors? Part 1: Multiple Sponsorships

For many of family category visas, a sponsorship application is needed from the Australian, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand Citizen who is supporting their relative’s migration to Australia. Sponsors are subject to various legislative requirements too, which if not met can put the connected visa application at risk of refusal. For overseas nationals planning to migrate to Australia to…
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30 November, 2023
What are “compelling circumstances” for a Resident Return Visa?
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What are “compelling circumstances” for a Resident Return Visa?

To be granted a Resident Return (Subclass 155) Visa (RRV), applicants who have spent long periods of time away from Australia may need to demonstrate that they had “compelling reasons” for their absence. This requirement generally applies to applicants who have been absent for five years or more. Its application depends on one’s travel history and location when applying (whether…
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18 November, 2023
Implementation date for changes to the employer sponsored migration program
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Implementation date for changes to the employer sponsored migration program

In May 2023 the Minister for Home Affairs (Hon Clare O’Neil) announced changes to the employer sponsored migration program (see here) which included, among other things, access to permanent residency for “short-term” Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482) (TSS) visa holders via the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) (ENS) visa. Implementation date for changes to…
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2 November, 2023
What happens when a couple marry before a Prospective Marriage (Subclass 300) visa is granted?
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What happens when a couple marry before a Prospective Marriage (Subclass 300) visa is granted?

In short, the Prospective Marriage visa (PMV) is for overseas nationals seeking entry to Australia: to marry, after their first entry to Australia and within the PMV period, their sponsor who is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen; and with the intention to live together as spouses. The PMV allows the visa holder to travel…
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27 October, 2023