Yes, you can obtain certain Australian work visas without an IELTS score. For example, the Subclass 400 Temporary Work Visa does not require an English language test like IELTS. This visa is designed for short-term, highly specialized work and focuses on your skills...
The cost for a temporary visa in Australia, like the Subclass 400 Temporary Work Visa, is $405 AUD. Keep in mind, visa fees can vary based on the type and any dependents included. For a smooth process and to get a clear picture of the costs involved, reaching out to...
The processing time for a Temporary Australian Work Visa, like the Subclass 400, varies depending on factors such as application volume and the need for additional checks. Typically, it can take from a few weeks to several months. To ensure your application is filled...
A Temporary Work Visa in Australia, specifically the Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa (Subclass 400), typically allows for a stay of up to 6 months. The exact duration of the visa will depend on the specific circumstances of the work and project requirements.
To obtain a Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (subclass 400) for Australia, follow these steps: Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the specific criteria for the subclass 400 visa, which includes having highly specialized skills, knowledge, or experience not...
Yes, non-residents can claim a refund of 70% of this superannuation back when they leave Australia. You can apply to receive you superannuation back online here. You will need to list the name of your superannuation fund used by your employer, so be sure to ask. Below...
Superannuation in Australia is for paid by employers for “retirement pension contributions.” If you earn over $450 a month, your employer is legally obliged to pay 9.5% of your basic earnings into a superannuation fund for you.
If you don’t have receipts it is always advisable to talk to an accountant. Sometimes there are thresholds of money you can claim without having to show receipts. It is important not to be dishonest when doing your tax return. The Australian Taxation office does...
Tax deduction is a reduction of the income subject to tax, for various items, especially expenses incurred to produce income. Often these deductions are subject to limitations or conditions. Basically, what this means is if you have spent money to pay for things to do...
A tax file number (TFN) is your personal reference number in the tax and superannuation systems in Australia. To avoid being emergency taxed when you start working you need to provide your tax file number (TFN) to your employer within the first 30 days. You can apply...
The financial year in Australia runs from the 1st of July, until the 30th of June. However, if you leave Australia before the end of the financial year, then you can complete a tax return for the year in advance and lodge it with the ATO.
If you file your tax return online, your refund will typically be processed in 2-4 weeks. Early tax submissions (paper returns) take 6-8 weeks.
In order to file your tax return and claim your tax back you will need: Your payslips: keep your final payslip from each job safe, as this is the most important one when filing your return. Tax File Number (TFN): You will need your tax file number when filing your...
Yes. Anyone who works in Australia must file a tax return at the end of the financial year regardless of the income earned. Filing a tax return will ensure that your tax affairs are in order (this is important when applying for future Australian visas!) and it will...
Yes, if you are working and earning wages while in Australia, you will have to pay tax. On average, students working in Australia pay 15.5% income tax on their earnings. But the good news is that many international students in Australia are due a tax refund at the end...
Some Bridging Visa A holders are eligible for Medicare. For example, if you apply for a permanent visa. You would need to contact Medicare to find out if you are eligible for it.
You would need to contact Centrelink to find out if you are eligible for it.
The Bridging Visa A doesn’t allow you to travel in and out of Australia. If you’d like to travel whilst on a bridging visa, it is generally advised you apply for a Bridging Visa B. If you do leave Australia and do not apply for a BVB, your BVA will be cancelled....
Your bridging visa will have the same work rights and conditions as your previous visa. So if you hold a working holiday visa or a student visa when you transition onto a bridging visa, then you could continue to work with the same rights.
Yes, a Bridging Visa A will usually be automatically granted when you submit a visa application from within Australia and you meet the requirements for lodging a substantive visa
You will usually only be granted work rights on a bridging visa if your previous visa allowed you to work, or you applied for a permanent visa. In certain circumstances if there are compelling and compassionate circumstances you may request work rights from immigration.
A Bridging Visa A has no cost, it is automatically granted when you submit a visa application. A Bridging Visa B costs $145 AUD
Initially the bridging visa you’ll usually be issued is a Bridging Visa A, which does not have travel rights. If you’d like to travel on a Bridging Visa, you’ll need to apply for a Bridging Visa B. A Bridging Visa B allows for travel in and out of Australia
There’s no specific duration of bridging visa. It will simply last until Immigration make a decision on your application. Once the new visa is granted, you’ll automatically transition on the new visa and your bridging visa will finish
You will only move onto the bridging visa once your current visa expires. For example, if you hold a working holiday visa that hasn’t expired and apply for a student visa, you will remain on the working holiday visa until it expires. You’ll then automatically...
Once you have applied for a visa from onshore you are generally automatically granted a Bridging Visa immediately. A Bridging Visa A allows you to remain in Australian whilst a decision is made on your visa.
Your bridging visa will usually have the same work rights and conditions as your previous visa. For example, if you hold a working holiday visa and apply for a student visa, you will have the same work rights on the bridging visa as your working holiday visa – Full...
The holidays vary depending on the education provider. Generally speaking, students can expect to have roughly 10 – 15 weeks of holiday per year.
Yes, it is possible to add your partner to your student visa as a dependent, providing you meet the de facto requirement. More info on that here. Children can also be included as dependents
The most common visa for international students studying trades in Australia is the Subclass 500 – Student Visa
These qualifications are part of the Australian Qualification Framework. Most countries specifically European or North American countries accept qualifications issued by Australia. So yes, generally speaking, the qualifications will be accepted and allow you to work...
Timetables vary depending on the trade and education provider, however most courses are 15-20 hours per week, over 2-3 days.
Prices vary depending on the course, however the average price per year is between $7,000 - $14,000.
Studying the right trade or vocational course can significantly increase your chances of obtaining an Australian work visa
Yes, there are many trades that are in high demand in Australia. There are a number of trades on Australia Medium and Long Term Skills Shortage List (MLTSSL)
Vocational Placement is a requirement for most trade courses, and students generally undertake 360 hours throughout the duration of their course. A student is placed in a real-life work site and receives practical training and experience on site. This video we made...
Trade qualifications generally take 24 months to complete in Australia.
International students can study trades in every state in Australia. There are courses available in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin, Bundaberg and many more locations
The deposit payment varies from education providers. Generally speaking, students can expect to pay anywhere between $1000 - $7000 AUD for their deposit.
All of the courses are available on payment plans, so you'll pay for your tuition every month, term or semester.
On a student visa you'll be permitted to work 40 hours per fortnight during class times. During any holiday periods there's no restrictions on how many hours you can work. If your partner is a dependent on your visa, they'll be able to work 40 hours per fortnight at...
International students can’t do apprenticeships in Australia. Instead, they can study a vocational course to become qualified in a trade. The course combines workshop and vocational learning. Check this page for more info.
Yes, you can apply for the Global Talent Visa from inside or outside of Australia.
The visa application charge for the Distinguished Talent visa is $4,110.
In order to apply for this visa you need to demonstrate that in Australia you can command a salary above $153,600 or be a highly graded recent PhD or Masters Graduates who is highly talent and recognised in their field for outstanding achievement.
The Global Talent visa is processed very quickly. In many cases it can take only a few weeks. However, there is no specific timeline for receiving an invitation to apply for this visa. You may not receive an invitation after you lodge your expression of interest.
No, you do not need a skill assessment to apply for the Global Talent Visa.
No, you do not need a job offer to apply for the Global Talent Visa.
Immigration has announced a quota of 15,000 Global Talent Visas for the 2020/2021 financial year.
There is no cost to lodge an EOI for the Global Talent Visa