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Is Australia Set to See an Influx of Migrants From Hong Kong?

There are many reasons why people choose to migrate to Australia. Among them is the uncertainty of major political changes in their own country.

Take for instance the current situation in Hong Kong. Over the last couple of weeks, protests have taken place in reaction to the proposed changes to the extradition law. While the riots in themselves pose a danger to the citizens of Hong Kong, there is also the potential ramifications of this policy being passed.

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Melbourne Office

VSA Opens A New Office in Melbourne

Located at 441 St Kilda Road, the Melbourne Visa Solutions Office opened on Wednesday 12 June. Following on from the success of Visa Solutions Australia’s Sydney Office, the company has decided to expand its presence by opening an office in Melbourne. The move will enable Visa Solutions to better service clients on the East Coast.

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adelaide

When Regional Migration Doesn’t Work

The federal and state governments have put quite a bit of emphasis on regional migration. The introduction of immigration programs such as Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA) and Skilled Regional Visas have supported regional migration. While in theory these initiatives and regional migration as a whole sound like a great plan, what happens when it doesn’t work?

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country

Regional Concessions: What Are They?

Regional concessions are allowances that are made on certain visa criteria. While migrants are required to meet some of the criteria listed above as well as others depending on the visa they are applying for, there are instances where the standard of these requirements are lowered. Usually this will occur in order to fill a skills shortage in regional areas.

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Visa Updates
Australian Election

The Re-election of the Liberal Coalition Government – What’s Next for Immigration?

The re-election of the Liberal Coalition Government led by Scott Morrison, was not only a surprise but also a favourable outcome where immigration is concerned.

There are many facets of Liberal’s population policy including migration caps, border security and programs to embrace Australia’s multi-cultural diversity. While they are all important issues, one that stands out is providing an incentive for migrants to move to regional areas of Australia. Regional Australia is considered anywhere in Australia outside of Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane/Gold Coast.

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Business in Australia

The Business Talent Visa | An In-depth Analysis

The Significant Business History Stream and the Venture Capital Entrepreneur Stream are otherwise known as the Business Talent Visa. The Business Talent visa is a permanent visa and enables holders to establish a new business or develop an existing business in Australia.

As well as allowing applicants to bring eligible family members to Australia with them, the visa holders can travel to and from Australia for up to five years, from the date the visa is granted. After that period, a Resident Return visa will be required to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident.

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Investing in Australia

The Significant Investor Stream (Sc188) – A Detailed View

The Significant Investor Stream is a provisional visa for people who invest and maintain at least AUD5 million in Australian investments that meet certain requirements.

This visa allows you to stay in Australia for up to 4 years and 3 months and is granted with multiple entry, enabling holders to leave and re-enter Australia for the validity of the visa. This visa also allows you to bring eligible family members with you.

While this is a provisional visa, visa holders may apply for a new visa if they wish to stay longer. Once you have this visa, you may apply for permanent residence through the Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa, provided certain requirements are met.

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Business Innovation Visa

The Business Innovation Stream and The Investor Stream: An In-depth View

The Business Innovation Stream and The Investor Stream offer an avenue and pathway to permanent residency in Australia.

These visas are available to anyone with the relevant skills to operate a business or the funds to invest in an Australian state or territory.

Both visas allow you to stay in Australia for up to 4 years and 3 months and are granted with multiple entry, enabling holders to leave and re-enter Australia for the validity of the visa. These visas also allow you to bring eligible family members with you.

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Business in Australia

Wealth and Business Skills – A Pathway to Permanent Residency in Australia

Obtaining permanent residency or a visa for a stay in Australia can be difficult. The visa processing times can be long and certain criteria needs to be met. But for anyone with cash or asset wealth and the right business skills, the government’s Business Talent and Business Innovation and Investment visas can provide an efficient and effective avenue for permanent residency in Australia.

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