Arrangements for the new skilled occupation test to come into effect on 1 July 2011 are currently being made by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). The new points test will effect visa subclasses 175, 176, 475 and 487.

DIAC has published Legislative Instrument 2011 No. 74n regarding the amendment of the points test for skilled visas. The new Legislative Instrument can be accessed here.

This is general information only and does not constitute legal advice.