Australian Visa News

Migration Program Statistics

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This article contains information about Migration Program Outcomes for 2005-06 to 2008-09 and Planning Levels for 2009-10.

Be wary of unregistered migration agents

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The sentencing of an unregistered migration agent in Adelaide serves as a warning to illegal operators that the risks are high and they would be caught, a Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) spokesman said today.

Harry Alevizos of Clearview pleaded guilty in the Adelaide Magistrates Court to a large number of offences under state and federal legislation which involved him falsely taking money to represent people in migration matters when he was not a registered agent.

 

DIAC Visa Processing Time Standards - Working, Studying, Migrating, Visiting

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Visas for migrating to Australia - as a skilled sponsored worker or business person


Applicant in Australia
at time application is lodged

Applicant outside Australia
at time application is lodged


Low Risk*

High Risk*

Low Risk

High Risk

Labour Agreement
Employer Nomination
Regional Sponsored Migration

5 months

7 months

5 months

7 months

Business Skills

9 months

15 months

9 months

15 months

International Student Enrolments Up 19.9 per cent in May 2009

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AEI’s YTD May 2009 International Student Data shows there were 449,087 enrolments by full-fee paying international students in Australia on a student visa. This is an increase of 74,635 enrolments on YTD May 2008 figures, representing growth of 19.9 per cent.

There were 182,697 commencements recorded in the same period. This is an increase of 26,513 commencements on YTD May 2008 figures, representing growth of 17.0 per cent.

Company fleeces visa hopefuls

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AN ONLINE business that charges up to $580 for Australian skilled migration visas that are never delivered is being investigated by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

CREATING A WELCOMING AND LEGITIMATE ENVIRONMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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The Migration Institute of Australia supports calls for a Senate Inquiry into international education in Australia.

The sector deserves closer scrutiny by government, including an attempt to crack down on education agents here and overseas who, unlike migration agents, can act without regulation.

Overseas workers flood Queensland

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OVERSEAS meatworkers have flooded Queensland at a time when many international workers are being turned away from Australia amid concerns about unemployment.

SUBCLASS 457 BUSINESS (LONG STAY) - STATE/TERRITORY SUMMARY REPORT 2008-09

Australian student visa, aiv subclass 457 business long stay state territory summary report 2008-09

2009–10 Budget Immigration - The Government has announced two new General Skilled Migration (GSM) Visa Program changes

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The Government has announced two new General Skilled Migration (GSM) Program measures to ensure the delivery of suitably skilled, qualified and job ready independent skilled migrants that meet the needs of the Australian labour market.

The Government is introducing two new GSM Program measures to ensure the delivery of suitably skilled, qualified and job ready independent skilled migrants that meet the needs of the Australian labour market.

Study in Australia

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“Australia is a safe, friendly and harmonious country. As one of the most multicultural countries in the world, Australia is accepting of all religions. In Australia you will enjoy one of the highest standards of living in the world. Living costs and tuition fees are affordable and comparable to the United Kingdom and United States. You can even offset your living costs with part-time work while you study. Accurate up-to-date information on the Australian Education System; Education and Training Providers in Australia; living in Australia, the cost of living, accommodation, lifestyle, culture. There are thousands of courses on offer. Upon graduation, your qualification will make you highly sought after by Australian and International Employers. Australia's natural beauty is one of its biggest attractions.”
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