Australia Increases Migration Cap
Australia has increased its migration cap for 2023-2024. Among the five countries with permanent migration programs—the UK, the US, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand—Australia has the most visa subclasses, particularly in the work-to-residence sector. The Migration Cap was Increased To address widespread staff shortfalls, the Home Affairs Minister announced in October 2022 that thedepartment was […]
Immigration Options for Filipinos: An Update
Good news for would-be immigrants! Governments are slowly easing up on travel restrictions, so even during the pandemic, there are immigration options for Filipinos. While vaccines, “vaccine passports,” and “vaxications” may restore international mobility, the pandemic remains a variable holding up a new normal. For international travel “to come back,” more people must be vaccinated, […]
The Truth About Applying to Australia as a Nurse or Midwife
This post contains information for Internationally Qualified Nurses (and Midwives) to learn the basics of how to apply as a nurse to Australia. If you intend to immigrate to Australia, you must first complete registration with Australia’s Nursing and Midwifery Board, or NMBA. Then, you must have your skills assessed by the Australian Nursing & […]
Insurance for International Students in Australia
One important step to remember when planning to study in Australia is that you must purchase insurance for international students. This insurance is the Overseas Student Health Cover or OSHC. Maintaining adequate OSHC, in fact, is one of the conditions of your student visa. Important information about OSHC insurance for international students. For a reasonable […]
Financial Requirements to Study in Australia
Are you applying to study in Australia? One basis for approving your application is if you meet the financial requirements to enroll in an Australian college or university. You must prove you have enough funds because you may not qualify for government relief. A Visa or Migration Officer will determine if you have the financial […]
Required Documents for a Tourist Visa to Australia
Are you applying to visit Australia? Check if you meet the basic eligibility for all applicants. Once you know you meet the conditions, choose the Visitor Visa category suitable for your travel purpose. Then, collect the required documents for a tourist visa. Get an overview of the Australian Visitor Visas. Tourist Visa (Subclass 600) Requirements […]
Genuine Temporary Entrant Requirements to Study in Australia
When applying as a student, you must meet the Genuine Temporary Entrant Requirements. Passing this standard will be the basis for the decision of the Department of Home Affairs. Meeting the GTE standards will help the department know if you have other reasons for studying in Australia. Thus, you need to convince a Visa Officer […]
How to Study in Australia
The mistakes you make in a student visa application may result in having your application refused. It is, therefore, important, that you know the application procedure, and how to study in Australia. This post is the second in a series of articles for international students from the Philippines who want to study in Australia. What […]
An Overview of Australian Visitor Visas
Before you apply to visit Australia, get an overview of the Australian visitor visa categories and it’s sub-streams. There are three main visitor visa categories but, regardless of the visa you apply for, you must meet three conditions. First, you must prove that you have a genuine reason to enter Australia for a temporary visit. […]
Visa Options to Bring a Partner or Child to Australia
As an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may want to know how to bring a partner and child to Australia to live with you. The visa options introduced here will allow your partner and child to apply for permanent residence. Learn how to bring a partner or child to Australia: visa options. These are […]
