NSW has closed Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa Pathways 1 and 3 to new applications after reaching its full allocation for the program year ending 30 June 2026. The application portals for Pathway 1 – Work in Regional NSW and Pathway 3 – Regional NSW Graduate are no longer accepting new lodgements. State migration…
This is one of the most common questions asked by skilled migrants planning their future in Australia. Many professionals assume that securing a job offer or employer sponsorship is the only way to migrate. In reality, Australia offers skilled migration pathways where a job offer is not required, alongside employer-sponsored options. The right pathway depends…
If you are planning to immigrate to Australia, you are likely thinking beyond just getting a visa. You may be asking yourself where you can build a stable life, find work, support your family, and feel truly settled. For many new migrants, regional New South Wales (NSW) offers exactly that. Regional NSW is increasingly chosen…
NSW has opened nominations for Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa Pathways 1 and 3 today, 19 January, warning that limited places may close quickly once allocations are filled. Investment NSW confirmed applications are now open for the 2025–26 program year, with nominations subject to strict caps under the state’s allocation (1,500 places) from the…
If you are an Australian employer struggling to fill skilled roles, you are not alone. Many businesses are advertising the same positions repeatedly, offering competitive wages and still failing to attract suitable applicants. Projects slow down, teams burn out and growth plans stay on hold, not because of poor management, but because the local labour…
If you are a skilled IT, data science or cyber security professional who wants to migrate to Australia, you must have your skills and knowledge assessed through the Australian Computer Society (ACS) Migration Skills Assessment (MSA) before you can apply for a visa. ACS is the official assessing authority for specific ICT occupations used in…