Increased scrutiny of subclass 457 visas

Following the election of the Coalition Government in 2013, we witnessed a relaxation by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) in the processing of Temporary Work (Skilled) (subclass 457) sponsorship, nomination and visa applications. In Prime...

IMMIGRATION UPDATE: JULY 2015 CHANGES

The Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) has introduced several changes to the immigration program from 1 July 2015.  The main issues affecting our clients are as follows: New contact information and website for the DIBP; New occupation lists; and...

Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List (CSOL)

From 1 July 2015, if you are nominated by a State or Territory Government, a direct entry stream Employer Nomination Scheme visa, a Temporary Work (Skilled) visa (subclass 457) or a Training and Research Visa (Subclass 402), you must nominate an occupation from the...