Visa Newsletters
February 2005
A reminder that the Passmark for subclass 880 Skilled Independent Overseas Student visa is to go up to 120 on 1 April 2005. All applications lodged on or after this day will need to meet this requirement. All applications lodged prior to 1 April 2005 only need to meet the past passmark of 115. To see the current passmark table, please click here.
ENS proposed changes
ENS proposed changes will now come into effect on 2 April 2005. For some 457 visa holders, the changes will mean a smoother transition to a permanent visa. However, the changes will also affect eligibility for others and these people should lodge their applications prior to 2 April 2005. Please contact our office should you wish to discuss your eligibility.
Visa Alert February 2005
(Tip: 457 visa holders and their employers should assess permanent residence options for these people before April 2005 changes.)