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As of 1 July, 2011, DIAC has implemented a number of changes to the Australian skilled migration program.

As of 1 July, 2011, DIAC has implemented a number of changes to the Australian skilled migration program.

The changes to Australia’s skilled migration program have been made in order to target the “best and the brightest”, with more emphasis placed on work experience, high-level educational qualifications and English language proficiency.

The new points test is a critical part of the process involved when applying for an Australia visa, as in order to lodge an application, applicants must be able to demonstrate that they both meet the basic skilled migration requirements and are also able to pass the points test at the time of lodging their visa.

Skilled visa applicants will now have to score 65 points on the points test. The points test awards points for:

• Age;
• English Language Ability;
• Australian Work Experience;
• Overseas Work Experience;
• Qualifications;
• Recognition of Australian Study;
• Designated Language;
• Partner Skills;
• Professional Year;
• Sponsorship by State or Territory Government;
• Regional Sponsorship by Family or State or Territory Government; and
• Study in a Regional Area

Speaking on the changes, Immigration Minister Chris Bowen made the following comments:

“These changes to the points test are an important next step in the series of reforms to the skilled migration program announced by the Government in February this year.

“The reforms set the foundations for a skilled migration program that will be responsive to our economic needs and continue to serve Australia’s interests in the medium to long term.”

Source: Visa Bureau

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Import regulations by Australia customs

Imports:

AU.$900 worth of goods (AU.$450 for people under 18 and both air and sea crew members ) including gifts (given to you or intended for others).
Alcohol and tobacco products cannot be included in this concession.

2.25 liters of alcoholic beverages for each passenger aged 18 years+.

250 cigarettes, or 250 grams of cigars or tobacco products for each passenger aged 18 years or over. One opened packet containing 25 cigarettes or less is also allowed.
You can pool your duty free concessions if you are a family traveling together. Read the rest of this entry »

Australia Visa Information and guide

Who requires a student visa?
Any person who intends to undertake full-time study in a registered course in Australia needs to obtain a Student Visa. A Student Visa permits the holder to travel to, enter and remain in Australia for the duration of the registered course of study. Overseas students cannot undertake part-time study in Australia and must leave Australia on completion of their course of study.

What documents will be required?
To be considered for a Student Visa, you must first complete an application form (157W) which is available free of charge either from the Australian High Commission. The application form must be accompanied by the correct application fee, which should be in the form of a bank draft made payable to the Australian High Commission. Read the rest of this entry »