The WA Government has launched the Construction Visa Subsidy Program (CVSP), offering up to $10,000 in grants to help construction businesses attract and retain skilled workers across the state. The funding aims to support both local employers and skilled migrants, helping to offset expenses related to migration agent fees, visa applications, and relocation costs. The…
Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) released the 2025 Occupation Shortage List (OSL), showing that 29% of assessed occupations remain in shortage, a sign of gradual recovery but continued workforce pressure across key industries. JSA found that 293 of 1,022 occupations are currently in national shortage, improving from 33% in 2024 and 36% in 2023. The…
If you are applying for Australia’s Skills in Demand (subclass 482) Visa (SID), you may need to complete a mandatory skills assessment before lodging your visa application. A skills assessment is a formal process that verifies whether your qualifications, skills, and work experience meet Australian industry standards for your nominated occupation. It is a key…
Leaving your sponsoring employer can be stressful. If you hold a Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa, which replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa on 7 December 2024, it’s crucial to know your rights, obligations, and options to maintain compliance in Australia. At SALIA Lawyers & Associates, we help visa holders like you…
The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) is one of Australia’s most sought-after permanent residency pathways for skilled professionals. Designed for individuals who receive a nomination from an Australian state or territory government, this visa allows you as a successful applicant to live, work, and study in Australia permanently. As a Subclass 190 visa holder, you…
The NSW Government will hold an invitation round for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) this week after receiving its interim allocation for the 2025–2026 Skilled Migration Program. The Department of Home Affairs has provided NSW with an interim allocation of 200 places for the Subclass 190 visa and 180 places for the Skilled Work…
New South Wales has officially opened its 2025–2026 Skilled Migration State Nomination Program for both the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491), creating new opportunities for skilled professionals like you to live and work across the state. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) The subclass 190 visa is a…
Tasmania will open its 2025–2026 Skilled Migration State Nomination Program today, 6 October 2025, even though the Australian Government has not yet finalised state and territory nomination allocations. Migration Tasmania confirmed that the new program year brings a series of updates aimed at improving clarity, efficiency, and program risk mitigation. The changes follow a review…
Sponsoring overseas employees in Australia can be a great way to bring skilled talent into your business. However, being a sponsor comes with real responsibilities. Here’s a simple guide to help you stay on top of your obligations and avoid penalties. Understand Your Role as a Sponsor When you sponsor a skilled worker, you’re taking…
Bringing an elderly parent or relative to live with you in Australia under the Aged Dependent Relative visa (Subclass 114 and 838) is not just about the applicant’s eligibility. In a previous article, we outlined the key features of this visa, including who can apply and the benefits it provides. In this article, we focus…