Australia is one of the top most popular migration destinations. The attraction of good weather and a high standard of living remains strong as ever and there has been no decline in the number of people seeking to emigrate from various parts of the world. The Australian economy has steady growth, low inflation, low interest rates and a falling external deficit. The expansive landscape with its infinite variety, the ocean and waterways which are at the heart of Australian way of life, and the spacious and attractive cities are all valued and enjoyed. Australian society is refreshingly open and vigorous. The people are friendly and ethical.
Australia has much to offer would-be migrants year-round sunshine, a lot of space for a healthy outdoor lifestyle, a high level of home ownership and a strong and growing economy. It's not surprising that the country has a sophisticated immigration system to deal with the number of applications it receives. So do you qualify for immigration to Australia? Which class should you apply under? What conditions do you need to satisfy?. Below you can find general information.
Our Expertise in AUSTRALIAN IMMIGRATION: |
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Skilled Migration category
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Australia has an excellent immigration system for skilled persons. The Australian Government continues to emphasise skilled migration, while maintaining a commitment to family reunion migration. The migration to Australia of people with qualifications and relevant work experience helps to address specific skills shortages in Australia and enhances the size and skill level of the Australian labour force. Skilled migrants boost Australia’s productivity in two ways. They increase the output of industry and they pass on skills to Australian workers. This in turn contributes to improved living standards for all Australians. As the title itself suggests that it is for skilled people. The first question that comes in mind is what do you mean by skilled person? Or who is a skilled person? A skilled person is one whose occupation is included in the Skilled Occupation list, in general known as SOL list.
What are the qualifying criteria?
To qualify, you or your partner should score required points. The next question that comes to mind is how these points are awarded? Well, the points are given on set criteria such as : Age, Education, Work experience, English language ability and additional points awarded for spouse skills, Australian qualification, lived/ studied in Regional Australia for atleast 2 years, Relative in Australia, State/ Territory Sponsorship (only for SRS category) and bonus points. The required point score varies according to various sub categories.
The most common offshore migration subclass of visas are
(1) Skilled – Independent;
(2) Skilled – Sponsored and
(3) Skilled – Regional Sponsored subclass.
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If you are a skilled person (Eg: Doctor, Engineer, Accountant, Teacher, Mechanic etc.,) and intend to migrate to Australia on the basis of your skill set, then, this is the visa you are looking for. To qualify in this category, your nominated occupation must be in Schedule 3 (containing 192 occupations, effective from 01 July 2011 onwards).
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This is a Permanent Residence Visa. |
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It is based on points system. Minimum score required is 65 points, which are awarded on the basis of Age, Education, Experience, English language ability, Proficiency in one of the community languages, etc., |
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As a Permanent Resident (PR), you are eligible for : |
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Free medical from Medicare for your entire family for lifetime. |
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Free education for your children upto the age of 16 years /Higher Secondary School. |
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Access certain social security payments (subject to waiting periods) |
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Holder is permitted to remain in Australia indefinitely. |
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However, if you wish to travel, then it is a 5 years multiple entry visa. |
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After 5 years, if you still intend to travel out of Australia and you are not a citizen of Australia, you can apply for a Resident Return Visa (RRV). |
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To be eligible for Citizenship, you must live in Australia for atleast 4 years in a given 5 years time. |
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Skilled – Sponsored:
This subclass of visa is for those, who do not meet the 65 points requirement. However, to qualify under this subclass, you must score atleast 65 points. The points are awarded in the same way as Skilled – Independent, in addition to extra 5 points for State/Territory Sponsorship. This is also a PR visa, however, the applicant must reside in the sponsoring state/territory for initial 2 years.
Skilled – Regional Sponsored subclass:
The qualifying score is 65 points which requires either nomination by State/Territory or be sponsored by a relative in a designated area. This visa is for a period of 3 years. If the applicant resides in the particular State/Territory for atleast 2 years, then is eligible to apply for a PR.
Our expertise in Skilled Migration services to Australia: |
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We have 99% success rate in Skill Assessment for various nominated occupations. Eg: Doctors (GP & Specialists), Engineers, Accounting professionals, Trades persons such as Aircraft maintenance Engineers, Carpenters and Joiners, Electricians, Fitters, Motor mechanics, etc., and various Professionals and Associate Professionals. |
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We have 99% success rate in getting State/territory Sponsorship since its inception in 2005 and have successfully processed large number of sponsorship application. |
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We have 100% competency level in preparing and submitting complete and error free applications to the respective statutory authorities. |
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We strictly abide with the time frame and process applications at lowest turn around time. |
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We help successful applicants in processing the statutory licensing/membership/registration requirement for certain occupations to practice in Australia. |
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We offer successful applicants with initial settlement services such as: airport pick-up; guidance in applying for Medicare, Centrelink, tax file number, opening bank account and other preliminary services. |
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We help our successful clients with real estate services such as initial economical hotel apartment booking, finding suitable rental accommodation, preparing a Standard CV/resume, providing with links of reputed placement/recruitment agency contact details, help in finding school for children etc., |
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Note: All applicants included in the application for General Skilled category must be below 50 years. Those who have attended their 50th birthday at the time of Visa lodgment are not eligible under this category.
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Business Owner (Provisional)
Successful business persons who intend to migrate and establish business in Australia may choose this visa subclass. To qualify under this category, the applicant must meet the following basic requirement:
Age must be below 45 years; must have share in net assets in qualifying business of AUD $ 200,000 and the annual turnover of the business must be atleast AUD $ 500,000 for atleast 2 years in the last 4 years; total Net assets must be atleast AUD $ 800,000 which must be transferable to Australia within 2 years of the grant of the visa.
State/Territory Sponsored Business Owner (Provisional)
Under this visa subclass, a Sponsorship is required to be eligible under this category. In addition, the applicant must meet the following basic requirement:
Age must be below 55 years; must have ownership interest in business with an annual turnover of atleast AUD $ 300,000 for atleast 2 years in the last 4 years; total Net assets must be atleast AUD $ 500,000 which must be transferable to Australia within 2 years of the grant of the visa; plus an sufficient amount for settlement in Australia.
Our Services for business category clients: |
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For business clients, we offer a full and complete assistance from concept to completion. |
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As a part of your application, a business feasibility report will be prepared by our highly professional and competent Australian team which specializes in surveying and gathering real current and accurate information required to set-up or to buy an existing business in Australia. |
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We liaise with the statutory authorities to process your State/Territory sponsorship and your visa lodgment. |
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We offer post landing assistance for our business clients, which includes initial business setup planning, provide information about meeting government requirements to establish a business, or help negotiate in purchasing existing business, help in real estate requirement, and many more. |
TO KNOW YOUR ELIGIBILITY, PLEASE VISIT OUR NEAREST OFFICE FOR A FREE & FAIR ASSESSMENT or FILL THE ASSESSMENT FORM AND CLICK SEND |
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