NEW SKILLED VISA TO BE INTRODUCED 1ST JULY 2004


The Australian Government has released further information regarding the new Skilled Visa to be introduced on 1st July 2004. The new visa known as the Temporary Skilled-Independent Regional Migration Visa will provide three year temporary residence to applicants who commit to living and working in regional areas of Australia. Applicants will be able to apply for permanent residency after a period of 2 years.

To meet the requirments of the Temporary Skilled-Independent Regional Migration Visa applicants must :

  • be under 45
  • have at least "vocational" English
  • nominate an occupation on the Skilled Occupations List
  • meet the skills assessment requirements
  • have recent work experience in a skilled occupation OR
  • have recently completed an Australian qualification.
  • Further information will be made available nearer to introduction date .