Free Call (Within Australia) 1800 449 858
[email protected]
Interstaff MigrationInterstaff MigrationInterstaff MigrationInterstaff Migration
Menu
  • Home
  • About
      • About Us
      • Why Interstaff?
      • Company History
      • Staff Profiles
      • Visa Agents
      • Immigration Agents
      • Visa Refusals and Appeals
    • Close
  • Businesses
      • Sponsorship
      • Temporary Work Visas
      • Permanent Work Visas
      • Complex Migration Issues
      • DAMA – Designated Area Migration Agreements
      • Supported Industry Sectors
    • Close
  • Individuals
      • Visa Extensions
      • Skilled Work Visas
      • Working Holiday Visas
      • Family & Partner Visas
      • Student Visas
      • Visitor Visas
      • Medical Treatment Visas
      • Complex Migration Issues
      • Visa Refusals and Appeals
      • Case Studies
    • Close
  • News and Info
      • Immigration News
      • Case Studies
      • Why Use a Migration Agent?
      • Visa Extensions
      • Australian Migration Services
    • Close
  • Contact Us
NextPrevious
Elizabeth Quay in Perth

Perth and Gold Coast Eligible for Regional Visas

Agricultural Industry, Education Migration, Engineering & Construction Migration, Health and Aged/Social Care, Hospitality Migration, IT Industry Migration, Resource Industry, Trades Migration | 28 October, 2019 |

Over the weekend, the Government announced the new definition of ‘Regional Australia’ will change to encompass all areas of Australia except for Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane from 16 November 2019. As a result, both Perth and the Gold Coast will be reclassified as regional areas for visa and migration purposes to allow more skilled migrants to settle, study and work in these cities. Here’s what you need to know about the Perth Gold Coast Regional Visas.

 

Skilled Regional Visas Allocated 2,000 More Placements

The Government has also announced 2019-20 migration planning levels for Regional Visas will increase from 23,000 to 25,000 placements.

The decision follows significant growth in the number of Regional Visas granted recently. In the first quarter of 2019-20, the Department of Home Affairs granted 6,000 Regional Visas, compared to under 3,000 in the final quarter of 2018/19.

It is unclear whether the Government intends to reduce the number of skilled visa placements that allow migrants to live and work in any area of Australia to accommodate the increase. If this is the case, we expect placements may be reallocated from the Skilled Independent 189 Visa program.

 

Benefits for Businesses, Skilled Migrants & International Students

The changes may benefit businesses with operations in Perth and the Gold Coast, as well as skilled migrants who intend to live, study and work in these areas. Find out how below.

 

Benefits for Businesses

Businesses may have access to:

  • Sponsoring skilled migrants under a wider range of occupations for work in Perth and the Gold Coast, with over 450 more eligible occupations available for Regional Visas from November;
  • Priority Government processing for Regional Visas;
  • A more cost-effective Permanent Residence pathway for skilled overseas employees working in Perth or the Gold Coast than through existing employer-sponsored pathways.

 

Benefits for Skilled Migrants and International Students 

New skilled migrants may have access to:

  • A permanent residence pathway after living and working in Perth or the Gold Coast for three years on a Skilled Regional Visa;
  • An extra year to work in Australia on a Post-study Visa for new international students who choose to study in Perth or the Gold Coast;
  • Scholarships worth $15,000 to study as an international student in a regional area

 

Business Migration | Strategic Thinking

According to Minister for Population, Cities and Urban Infrastructure, Alan Tudge, around 70% of Australia’s population growth in recent years has been in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Mr Tudge believes migration has been the primary driver of this growth.

The recent policy changes reflect the Government’s push for regional migration, as well as feedback from the Higher Education Sector, businesses and WA and QLD State Governments to classify Perth and the Gold Coast as part of ‘Regional Australia’.

 

Regional Visa Q&A Series for HR Professionals and Business Owners

In an online Q&A Video Series releasing on 28 November, Interstaff will be addressing questions submitted by HR Professionals, Site/Operations Managers and Business Owners about the impact of the new Regional 494 Visa for businesses with regional operations.

Importantly, the Regional Visa Q&A Series will now also address the shift in sponsorship and visa options for businesses requiring skilled migrants for work in Perth or the Gold Coast.

To take part and submit questions for the Q&A Video Series, and to access upcoming Videos and Visa Tools, register now and stay informed about how the Regional Visa changes impact your business.

 

Regional Visa Changes for Skilled Migrants 

If you are a skilled migrant and interested in Regional Visa options, you may wish to get in touch for a visa pre-assessment from 16 November when the new definition of ‘Regional Australia’ and the new Regional Visas commence.

Our team assist individuals and businesses with the visa and sponsorship process for all Australian cities and regional areas. If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to contact our team of Registered Migration Agents on +61 8 9221 3388 (or National Free Call 1800 449 858) or [email protected]

 

Interstaff’s Insights | Regional Skilled Visas

With the new Regional Skilled Visas commencing on 16 November, our articles in The Australian Mining Review and The Australian Oil and Gas Review newspapers provide some timely information for businesses with a need to employ skilled migrants for work in regional or remote operations. Have a read.

 

 

 

Source:
Interstaff’s Registered Migration Agents
Migration Institute of Australia
The Sydney Morning Herald
SBS News
ABC News
News.com.au

australia, general skilled migration, immigration, independent skilled migration, independent skilled visa, points test, skilled migrants, Skilled Migration, Skilled Visa, Subclass 189 Visa, Visa

Related Post

  • 494 visa, eligible occupations and permanent residence

    How the new Regional 494 Visa Compares to the TSS 482 Visa | Eligible Occupations

    In Interstaff’s Q&A Video Series, our Registered Migration Agents answer your questions on how the introduction of the new Regional 494 Visa impacts businesses and skilled visa applicants. With Perth recently becoming classified as a regional city for visa purposes, we’ve had many people enquire how the new 494 Regional… Read More »

  • immigration lawyers perth

    Perth to become an international students hub

    Why are more migrants choosing to study in Perth? With the Federal Government’s recent classification of Perth as a ‘regional’ area for visa and migration purposes in November 2019, the city is certainly becoming an even more attractive destination for international students. Perth International Students | New Visa Benefits Perth international… Read More »

  • Group of workers discussing the Skilled Occupation List in 2020 in open workspace

    Flagged changes to Australia’s Skilled Occupation Lists in 2020

    Australia’s upcoming Skilled Occupation List changes will determine which occupations are eligible for skilled visas in 2020, so it’s important to understand how the lists may change. What is a Skilled Occupation List? | Skilled Occupation List Changes To work or migrate to Australia on a skilled visa, a person… Read More »

  • Two high-vis inspectors doing through checklist of work activities

    Interstaff’s Insights on Eligible Occupations for Regional Visas

    The Government has confirmed the eligible occupations for Australia’s new Regional Visas and importantly, the lists will establish new Permanent Residence (PR) pathways for skilled migrants from 16 November 2019.   The 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (SESR) Visa The 494 SESR Visa will enable businesses with operations in Perth, the Gold Coast and regional/remote areas to… Read More »

  • New visa boost for resources article in The Australian Mining Review and The Australian Oil and Gas Review

    Interstaff’s Insights in The Australian Mining Review and The Australian Oil and Gas Review

    This week, Interstaff’s Managing Director, Sheila Woods commented on how the upcoming Regional Skilled Visa changes will impact businesses in the Resource Industry in an article for The Australian Mining Review and The Australian Oil and Gas Review newspapers. With the new Regional Skilled Visas commencing on 16 November 2019, the… Read More »

NextPrevious

Get In Touch

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Why Interstaff?
    • Company History
    • Staff Profiles
    • Visa Agents
    • Immigration Agents
    • Visa Refusals and Appeals
  • Businesses
    • Sponsorship
    • Temporary Work Visas
    • Permanent Work Visas
    • Complex Migration Issues
    • DAMA – Designated Area Migration Agreements
    • Supported Industry Sectors
  • Individuals
    • Visa Extensions
    • Skilled Work Visas
    • Working Holiday Visas
    • Family & Partner Visas
    • Student Visas
    • Visitor Visas
    • Medical Treatment Visas
    • Complex Migration Issues
    • Visa Refusals and Appeals
    • Case Studies
  • News and Info
    • Immigration News
    • Case Studies
    • Why Use a Migration Agent?
    • Visa Extensions
    • Australian Migration Services
  • Contact Us
Interstaff Migration

Free Call (within Australia): 1800 449 858
Email: [email protected]

Head Office: Level 1, 384 Rokeby Road, Subiaco W.A. 6008
Office Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm (AWST).

Business Migration | Strategic Thinking.
© 2023 Interstaff.

Business Visas

  • Sponsorship
    • Standard Business Sponsorship
    • Labour Agreements
    • Training and Research Sponsor
    • Professional Development Sponsor
    • Entertainment Sponsor
    • Sponsorship Management Services
  • Temporary Work Visas
    • Employer Sponsored Work Visas
    • Short Stay Work Visas
    • Working Holiday Visas
  • Business Owner & Investor Visas
    • Business Owner Visa Stream
    • Investor Visa Stream
    • Significant Investor Visa Stream
    • Premium Investor Visa Stream
    • Permanent Residency As a Business Owner Or Investor
  • Complex Migration Issues
  • Permanent Work Visas
    • Employer Nomination Scheme
    • Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme
    • General Skilled Migration 
  • Supported Industry Sectors
    • Resources
    • Agriculture
    • Information Technology
    • Engineering & Construction
    • Trades
    • Health & Aged/Social Care
    • Restaurants & Hospitality
    • Education & Training
  • Business Migration FAQ's

Individual Visas

  • Skilled Work Visas
  • Working Holiday Visas
  • Family & Partner Visas
    • Partner Visas
    • Parent Visas
    • Child Visas
    • New Zealand Citizen Family Visa
    • Carer Visa Options
    • Remaining Relative Visa
  • Student Visas
  • Visitor Visas
  • Medical Treatment Visas
  • Complex Migration Issues
  • Individual Migration FAQ's
    • Boost Your IELTS Score
    • Settling In As A Skilled Migrant
    • Ask A Migration Agent 

Get in touch today

Contact Us

This content is not advice. It serves as a general overview of topics of interest. It is not exhaustive, and its accuracy is subject to change, therefore Interstaff is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the information or any actions taken based on it. We recommend that you seek professional advice before making decisions or relying on the information provided – please enquire with our team of Registered Migration Agents for specialist advice so that your specific circumstances can be considered. 

Interstaff acknowledges that it is situated on Boorloo (Perth) - Whadjuk Noongar Country, and that Whadjuk Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, continuing to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.

Copyright 2024 | Website & SEO by Start Digital