If your business needs skilled workers from overseas, becoming a Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) is the first step. Once approved, you can sponsor workers under: Your sponsorship is valid for five years from the date of approval. The worker’s length of stay depends on the visa you use. Becoming an SBS involves legal responsibilities and…
The main difference between a registered migration agent and a migration lawyer in Australia is legal authority and scope of representation. A migration lawyer is a qualified legal practitioner with training across broader areas of Australian law, including criminal, family and employment law, enabling them to consider how these areas may interact with a client’s…
If you’re applying for a Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) to work in Australia, it’s natural to wonder if your family can come with you. The good news is that, in many cases, family members can be included in your visa application. Understanding who can be included, how it works, and what happens if…
If your business needs skilled staff and you cannot find a suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident for the role, Australian immigration law allows you to sponsor a skilled worker from overseas. At SALIA Lawyers & Associates, we guide employers through this process from start to finish. You do not need to understand immigration law…
Australian employers facing skills shortages now have several visa options to lawfully hire overseas workers. Choosing the right pathway is crucial because each visa has its own requirements, work rights, and limitations on how long a worker can stay and work for your business. This guide explains the most commonly used visas — Subclass 482,…
Thousands of Australians joined ‘Invasion Day’ rallies and anti-immigration protests on January 26, highlighting tensions over Indigenous rights, immigration and national identity during Australia Day celebrations. At Sydney’s Hyde Park, the annual ‘Invasion Day’ rally began with a tribute to victims of last week’s NSW rural shooting, drawing thousands of participants advocating for Indigenous rights.…
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…
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…