Blog

All
  • All
  • Uncategorized
  • Work Visas
  • YouTube Videos
Maison Chen Law 9

New Replacement Stream for the Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) Visa

Were you unable to stay in Australia for the full period of your previous Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa because of COVID-19 international travel restrictions?...
Maison Chen Law 8

Major Change to the Job Ready Program from 1 July 2022

Are you an international student graduate with an Australian qualification? Looking to gain employment experience while working towards permanent residency? If so, the Job Ready...
Maison Chen Law 7

Extension of Stay Duration and Removal of Skills Assessments for 485 Visas

Are you thinking of applying for the Graduate Work stream of the Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa? Life just got slightly easier for you as...
Maison Chen Law 6

Update to Skills Assessment Authorities – Subclass 494 Visa

Listen up those of you who need a skills assessment for your subclass 494 visa application! Skills assessing authorities (SAAs) for certain occupations on the...
Maison Chen Law 5

WA Welcomes Offshore Applicants and Many New Occupations in 2022–23

Western Australia (WA) is reopening to the world with a bang! WA has released their latest state nomination criteria for the Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)...
Maison Chen Law 1

Update to Skills Assessing Authorities – Subclass 189, 190, 485 and 491 Visas

Who is affected? People who apply for subclasses 189, 190, 485 and 491 visas on or after 6 May 2022. Ok I'm in that group,...
Maison Chen Law 4

More Designated Regional Areas in Queensland to Incentivise Skilled Migrants

Are you considering moving to a warm regional area while still working towards permanent residency? If so, the Australian government has just made it easier...
Maison Chen Law 3

Permanent Residency Pathway for Short-Term Stream 482 and 457 Visa Holders

Listen up existing Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) and Skilled Temporary Work (subclass 457) visa holders in the Short-Term stream! The Australian Government has announced...
Maison Chen Law 2

Age Restrictions Removed for 457 Visa Holders Applying for Permanent Residency

Skilled Temporary Work (subclass 457) visa holders rejoice! A new legislative instrument (LIN 22/047) that commences on 1 July 2022 will remove the age restrictions...