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Labour Agreements

Labour Agreement vs Standard Business Sponsorship

Staffing needs vary for individual businesses. Depending on the type and size of the business or the industry the business is in, there may be a need to employ overseas workers.

When it comes to hiring overseas workers businesses can opt to sponsor eligible overseas workers on a subclass 482 via a Standard Business Sponsorship but where businesses have a constant need for overseas workers, an Immigration Labour Agreement may be a more viable option.

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DAMA

Immigration Labour Agreements

Labour agreements enable approved businesses to sponsor skilled overseas workers where the Australian labour market can’t meet the demonstrated needs of a business. They are generally designed for businesses that constantly need to hire skilled overseas workers.

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Health Requirements

Health Waivers (Public Interest Criteria)

Most long-term visas require applicants to meet health requirements or Public Interest Criteria (PIC) in order for a visa to be granted. The PIC (4005 – 4007) stipulates the health requirement that must be met before a visa is granted.

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Federal Government

Skilled Migration Enquiry 2021

Australia’s Skilled Migration Program is currently the subject of an inquiry by the Joint Standing Committee on Immigration. Covid-19 has had a significant impact on skilled migration with over 500,000 temporary visa holders having left Australia resulting in significant skills shortages.

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Employer Sponsored Visa

TSS Subclass 482 Visa – Everything You Need to Know

The Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (TSS 482) enables an employer to sponsor a suitably skilled worker from overseas to fill a position that cannot be filled by an Australian worker. In order to obtain a Temporary Skill Shortage Visa, there are a few steps in the process that need to be considered and followed.

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Regional Visas

Coming to Tasmania

Tasmania’s Nominated Skilled Migration Program is an attractive option for migrants wanting to live in Australia. With an enviable lifestyle, career opportunities, affordable housing, reputable schools and a globally recognised university, more people are considering Tasmania as a place to settle.

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COVID-19

Arriving in Australia in 2021

Covid-19 has changed many aspects of life for everyone. The evolving state of the pandemic has meant that most industries have had to change the way they operate to adapt to the everchanging landscape.

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Australia

The Impact of Lockdowns on Australia

Lockdowns impact various aspects of business. Regardless of industry, non-essential businesses had to close their doors during stage 4 lockdowns. Restaurants and cafes could only offer takeaway and delivery service and non-essential retailers were restricted to providing online shopping only.

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Employer Sponsored Visa

No Payment for Visa Sponsorship

Payment for any kind of visa sponsorship is illegal and can serious consequences for sponsors and employees alike. Learn more about the no payment terms for sponsorships here.

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