The Government has created a new COVID-19 Pandemic Event Visa Stream for essential workers to lawfully remain in Australia. To apply for the new Visa Stream a person must: -Have either 28 days or less remaining on their current Temporary Visa, or previously held a visa that expired/ceased no more than 28 days ago; -Be unable to apply for another…
On Saturday 4 April 2020, the Government announced changes to support most Temporary Visa holders who have been stood down or have lost work hours due to the COVID-19 crisis. Here’s what you need to know. Temporary Skilled Visa Holders Temporary Skilled Visa holders that have been stood down but not laid off may be able…
COVID-19 border closures, quarantines and travel restrictions are taking place at a global, national, state and regional level in Australia and Government announcements are coming through at a very rapid pace. We hope our updates are helpful in understanding the impact of these announcements for visa holders and that you and your family are keeping safe during…
Student Visa work hours have temporarily been relaxed for international students that are currently employed in the aged care sector or supermarkets. In usual circumstances, visa conditions prevent Student Visa holders from working more than 40 hours a fortnight during a study term. However, these conditions have been relaxed so that international students can help…
Many people have been impacted as a result of Australia’s extended COVID-19 Travel Ban, including families and travellers who have been caught offshore. Here’s an update on the impact for visa holders in Australia. Australia’s Inbound Travel Ban According to the Department’s latest inbound Travel Ban guidelines, only Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and NZ citizens…
With COVID-19 travel bans taking place across the world, unfortunately many people are in a situation where they cannot safely return to their home country before their visa expires. However, in Australia Temporary Visa holders must ensure they continue to hold a valid visa to remain lawful. Over the past few weeks, we have helped…
