Category: 457 Visa
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457 Visa Applications and Occupations Removed
457 visa applicants with an occupation that has been removed from the STSOL
One option seems like a withdrawal of application with refund of fees. 457 visa applicants that had lodged their application on or before 18 April 2017, and… Read the rest457 visa applicants with an occupation that has been removed from the STSOL
One option seems like a withdrawal of application with refund of fees. 457 visa applicants that had lodged their application on or before 18 April 2017, and… Read the restAustralia to Abolish the 457 visas for Skilled Workers
Australian jobs and Australian values override and cancel the 457 Visa
The government has announced that it will abolish 457 visas for skilled foreign workers and replace them with a new visa program. Anyone now in Australia on a 457… Read the rest
Australian jobs and Australian values override and cancel the 457 Visa
The government has announced that it will abolish 457 visas for skilled foreign workers and replace them with a new visa program. Anyone now in Australia on a 457… Read the restHealth Insurance on 457 Visa
Health Insurance on 457 Visa
Do subclass 457 visa holders need to have health insurance and if so who pays?
It is a requirement for visa grant that applicants have made adequate arrangements for health insurance for themselves and accompanying… Read the restHealth Insurance on 457 Visa
Do subclass 457 visa holders need to have health insurance and if so who pays?
It is a requirement for visa grant that applicants have made adequate arrangements for health insurance for themselves and accompanying… Read the restNo More 457 Visas for Fast Food Chains in Australia
Fast-food chains barred from using foreign workers on 457 visas
Peter Dutton announces end to labour agreement as part of crackdown on visa regulations, saying ‘Australian workers … must be given priority’ The Minister for Immigration and Border Protection Peter… Read the restFast-food chains barred from using foreign workers on 457 visas
Peter Dutton announces end to labour agreement as part of crackdown on visa regulations, saying ‘Australian workers … must be given priority’ The Minister for Immigration and Border Protection Peter… Read the restIncome Thresholds for 457 Visa
457 Temporary Business Long Stay Visa, Income Threshold
For a nomination to be approved, the base salary must be at least equal to the TSMIT (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold). The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), is currently set… Read the rest457 Temporary Business Long Stay Visa, Income Threshold
For a nomination to be approved, the base salary must be at least equal to the TSMIT (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold). The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), is currently set… Read the restEducation Costs for 457 Visa Holders in ACT
ACT Territory Education Fees for Children of Parents on 457 Visas.
The annual contribution payable by a family in the ACT on a 457 visa for 2017 would be: $9,320 for each kindergarten student $12,500 for each primary school student… Read the rest
ACT Territory Education Fees for Children of Parents on 457 Visas.
The annual contribution payable by a family in the ACT on a 457 visa for 2017 would be: $9,320 for each kindergarten student $12,500 for each primary school student… Read the restEducation Costs for 457 Visa Holders in WA
WA State Education Fees for Children of Parents on 457 Visas.
In 2015 the Western Australian Government introduced a tuition fee for families on 457 Visas (temporary skilled workers) whose children attend public schools in this state. The fee is… Read the rest
WA State Education Fees for Children of Parents on 457 Visas.
In 2015 the Western Australian Government introduced a tuition fee for families on 457 Visas (temporary skilled workers) whose children attend public schools in this state. The fee is… Read the restEducation Costs for 457 Visa Holders in NSW
NSW State Education Fees for Children of Parents on 457 Visas.
The 2016 Education Fee rate for a 12 month period (40 school weeks) of enrolment is: $5,000 Years K – 6 Primary School $5,000 Years 7 – 10 Junior… Read the rest
NSW State Education Fees for Children of Parents on 457 Visas.
The 2016 Education Fee rate for a 12 month period (40 school weeks) of enrolment is: $5,000 Years K – 6 Primary School $5,000 Years 7 – 10 Junior… Read the restEducation Costs for 457 Visa Holders in South Australia
New Education Fees to be charged to 457 Visa Holders in South Australia
From January 2017, newly arriving 457 visa holders will be required to contribute to the cost of educating their children in government schools. They will no longer… Read the rest
New Education Fees to be charged to 457 Visa Holders in South Australia
From January 2017, newly arriving 457 visa holders will be required to contribute to the cost of educating their children in government schools. They will no longer… Read the rest457 Visa Occupations
457 Visa Program Review
There are currently 650 job types on the 457 visa program, and these are set to be cut by the Australian Government. Various job types that are no longer ‘in demand’ should be removed from the… Read the rest457 Visa Changes November 2016
Australian 457 Visa Change November 2016
Australia has announced changes to the ‘457 visa’ programme for skilled foreign workers to limit their ability to look for another job after their official employment ends. Foreign workers on a 457 visa will… Read the rest457 Visa Holder Statistics March 2016
457 Visa Statistical data for July 2015 to March 2016
The 457 visa is the most commonly used visa option for Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers to work in Australia on a temporarily basis up to 4 years.… Read the rest
457 Visa Statistical data for July 2015 to March 2016
The 457 visa is the most commonly used visa option for Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers to work in Australia on a temporarily basis up to 4 years.… Read the rest457 visa holders – workplace rights and entitlements
457 visa holders – workplace rights and entitlements
Under the Migration Act, your sponsor is required to meet a number of obligations which ensure that you are provided with appropriate terms and conditions of employment. These obligations require your employer… Read the rest457 Visa Can I get Child Care Benefits Backdated once I have PR
A question that is often asked relates to getting Family Tax Benefits on the 457 Visa
The question for this topic relates specifically to getting the Family Tax Benefits [FTB] (Child Benefits) backdated once a person gets Permanent Residency [PR]… Read the restSchool Fees on 457 Temporary Visa Holders
457 Visa School Fees in Australia
Most States in Australia allow exemptions for school fees for the children of 457 Visa holders, treating these temporary visa holders the same as PR or citizens, as far as school fees are concerned.… Read the rest457 Visa School Fees in Australia
Most States in Australia allow exemptions for school fees for the children of 457 Visa holders, treating these temporary visa holders the same as PR or citizens, as far as school fees are concerned.… Read the restSchool Fees on 457 Visa
Australian School Fees on 457 Temporary Visa Holders
Most States in Australia allow exemptions for school fees for the children of 457 Visa holders, treating these temporary visa holders the same as PR or citizens, as far as school fees… Read the restAustralian Government Crackdown on 457 Visas
Following the recent Australian Government tightening of the 457 rules to make that Australians are given preference rather than foreigners being at the front of the jobs queue, the Australia Immigration Minister, Brendan O’Connor, has responded to the criticism of… Read the rest
LAFHA – Living Away From Home Allowance – to be abolished
Living Away From Home Allowance abolished
The popular Living Away From Home Allowance (LAFHA) being claimed by temporary overseas workers in Australia is set to cease from July 2012. The effect of this is that many people currently claiming this… Read the restLiving Away From Home Allowance abolished
The popular Living Away From Home Allowance (LAFHA) being claimed by temporary overseas workers in Australia is set to cease from July 2012. The effect of this is that many people currently claiming this… Read the restLiving Away from Home Allowance – LAFHA
Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA)
The Living Away from Home Allowance is one of the most popular searched terms for workers on the 457 Visa.
This tax benefit can be very advantageous to certain groups of Temporary Visa holders,… Read the rest