Some Filipino migrants assume that they are not eligible to file a divorce in Australia because they were married in the Philippines and because divorce is still not available there. Some also believe that divorce is not accessible to those who are on a temporary visa. This article intends to provide answers to common questions …
In the last few months, there is an increasing number of temporary visa applications getting refused under the Visitor visa (subclass 600) and Student visa (subclass 500). Visa cancellations also occur as the Department of Home Affairs has the power to cancel visas if there are grounds to do so. This article intends to give …
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Applying for Australian visas may seem easy as information on the criteria and application process are publicly available. However, it is important to understand that sometimes visa applicants may unknowingly commit errors which may compromise their getting a favourable decision on their application. This article intends to discuss common mistakes that visa applicants make that …
Changes to the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) 186 visa Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream, and the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) 482 visa had been implemented on 25 November 2023. These legislation updates are expected to provide better and faster access to permanent residency for current and future TSS 482 visa holders. This article intends to …
I have been writing for the Philippine Times since 2016 and my articles are mostly about migration legislation updates, Australian visa FAQs, and migrants’ success stories. For this edition, I decided to share something special. On 21 October 2023, we celebrated a huge milestone, the 10 th anniversary of my business. I felt so blessed …
In most cases, applicants who avail themselves of migration assistance from their service provider are given documents pertaining to their visa or appeal application. This can include the submitted application form, visa/appeal payment receipt, and any correspondence with the authority where the application was lodged. However, there are instances where the service provider does not …
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On the 24th of August 2023, the Department of Home Affairs published the visa category and state allocations for the Permanent Migration Program for this financial year (2023-2024). Although the total allocation for this financial year at 190,000 is just 5,000 places lower than the previous year, on-hand and undecided Permanent Resident (PR) visa applications …
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On the 31st of August 2023, the Department of Home Affairs announced that the 408 Covid Stream visa will be completely closed by February 2024. Its closure comes in two stages. The first stage of its cessation process was abrupt, which gave eligible applicants only two days (31st of August on the day of the …
Some people get the opportunity to switch careers. Some are planned and some are unexpected. Here’s a summary of my interview with Charmaine Marto, originally from Legazpi city in the Bicol region who started in the hospitality industry and later became a Registered Nurse in Australia. This article intends to inspire those who are from …
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Most people are treading their way through working from home for the first time. Under this condition, there is no shame in admitting struggle and difficulty. It is tough to make a decision to quit the physical workplace for good. It is even fearful. When asked, how to face this unconventional setup, highlight your flexibility. …