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No One Ever Said It Would Be Easy

No One Ever Said It Would Be Easy

Australia, for the past years, has been considered a nation of immigrants. With great lifestyle and career advancements available, the country has benefited as much from the number of migrants who have contributed in the economic prosperity.

Truth be told, Australia immigration process will never be as easy as it was five to eight years ago. In fact, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has introduced several changes to Australian visas on the first quarter of the year. These changes may impact a wide range of applicants opting for work, partner or even the permanent resident visas. Some major changes announced in March relate to the General Skilled Migration (GSM) programme, where some occupations have been removed from the list. Also, a new list called Regional Occupation List (ROL) has been introduced, which is relevant for the subclass 489 visa applications.

Timing is Everything

After the major changes with the immigration rules and regulations, migrating to Australia from Singapore or from anywhere else is by no means guaranteed. And when we say timing, we are not to convince you that Australia immigration is the best thing for you. Thus, we will only assess your eligibility based on your present circumstances and against the immigration rules and regulations. As what we always tell to our clients, you must seize the opportunity when it is still available. You’ll never know, or we will never know until when you will be eligible. At the end of the day, every decision is from the immigration authorities.

What We Do?

As the most established Registered Australia Migration Agent, NTRUST is regulated to just be upfront in all the professional advice we provide. During your consultation appointment, you will know whether you will be eligible or not. You’ll be provided application options on how you can get your Australian visa. The immigration process is tedious; one mistake and all your effort will go to waste. We are devoted to represent and advocate your application to the best that we can. Be mindful of companies who are unlawful pretending to have migration agents. Always check the Migration Agent Registration Authority (MARA) website to ensure you are only dealing with registered authorities.

We do all types of Australian Visa Application. Call us at +65 6299 0245 to book a professional appointment.

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Australia Migration: When is the Best Time to Apply?

Australia Migration: When Is The Best Time To Apply?

Honestly speaking, and in the basis that NTRUST has been in the industry for 15 years now, the best time to apply for an Australia Permanent Residency (PR) visa was way back years ago, when the regulations and policies are not as tough as they are today.

With the recent immigration updates implemented, once again, many interested migrants have been affected, especially those occupations that were removed from the occupation lists; not to mention that the government has now been considering to cut Australia’s migration intakes.

Strike the Iron While it’s Hot

Migrating to Australia involves many risks. Changes are inevitable, thus, making the Australia immigration regulations very dynamic. Occupations that are on the lists now might not be there for the following weeks or months to come. The fact that Australia has been reforming its migration policy over the years, it is expected that application will be tougher that higher standards will be set to control migrant intakes and to strengthen citizen-labour protection.

Reality is if you want to embark on the immigration application, it is better to embark on it before quotas are again reduced and before your occupation might be removed from the list.

Importance of Immigration Agents’ Expertise

Looking back on the past 15 years, we have successfully assisted thousands of families to obtain their Australian PR against the ever-changing immigration policies and regulations. There has not been a single application to the Australian authorities which doesn’t involve one of our migration agents, which gives our clientele an assurance that applications are handled and represented well. Moreover, our migration agents are monitored and regulated by the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA), making them fully aware of the current immigration rules and regulations.

We have been hearing the same reasons over and over again: a good education for the children and a brighter future for the entire family. The PR visa is valid for five years; you have the possibility to extend it to another five more years after meeting the requirement for the renewal. That’s an instant 10-year viable option for you to obtain the quality life you have been dreaming of for your family. Definitely, the best investment you can ever make.

Migrating to Australia is like investing for yourself, for your family’s future, and of course, your happiness. Don’t wait until your chances get slimmer. There’s certainly no better timing than now to embark on this. Call 6299 0245 to book a professional appointment with us.

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Apply For An Australian Visa… Only If You Are Qualified

Apply For An Australian Visa… Only If You Are Qualified

Migrating to Australia is quite tedious. Before jumping into the process, you need to thoroughly research about your eligibility criteria. When you start reading online, information for different types of visa to apply for can get very overwhelming. We always reiterate to our clients that no application is similar to another, thus, doing your application based on your friends or relatives’ submission is not recommended. The timeline, including the procedure and documents needed, vary on a case-by-case basis. Make sure that when doing research, all of these are covered not to miss any important detail that can harm your submission.

Immigration Changes to Take Note

Early in 2018, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) released an announcement pertaining to some Australia immigration changes, which has taken effect on 17 January 2018. When having thoughts about expanding your horizon down under, it is important to know the updated rules and regulations to prevent visa application problems.

Concisely, the information released by the DHA only affects two main groups: those applying under skilled migration and employer sponsorship. Despite a minor change in the occupation lists following the six-month update, the Skilled Occupation Lists are scheduled for an update on July 2018, the start of the new fiscal year.

Migrations Agent’s Role in your Application

When working with a reputable and established Australia migration agent, you will have access to a wide range of benefits. Registered migration agents such as NTRUST have a complete knowledge of the immigration rules and regulations. Understanding the ins and outs of the process can be daunting for someone who is not familiar with the process. By booking a professional consultation with agents, you will be able to get direct answers tailored to your personal circumstances. Aside from the immigration law, migrations experts will also give advice on how you can submit forms and other verifiable supporting documents accurately.

Every application requires a specific approach to get a beneficial result. Let NTRUST help you determine which type of visa best fit your criteria, advice on the most hassle-free pathway that you can take, and get an approval for your Australia permanent residency visa in a timely manner. Call us at +65 6299 0245 to book a professional consultation appointment.

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Migrate To Australia – 2018 Skilled Occupation Lists Update

Migrate To Australia – 2018 Skilled Occupation Lists Update

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) released an update regarding Australia’s Skilled Occupation List, following the -six-monthly update of the lists of eligible skilled occupations. These changes with the Skilled Visa program will take effect on 17 January 2018.

In line with the early changes in 2018, the DHA is working on the development of a new regional occupation list. This is to follow the introduction of the new Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa in March 2018.

As what we always say, immigration process is so dynamic, If you’re not well-informed about the immigration process, you run the risk of not seizing the opportunity when it arises.

Note: occupation with *** have caveats. You can check caveats here.

Below are the following changes:

Occupations Added to the Lists

There are three occupations that are not on the lists but have been added now to Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL).

  • 612112 Property Manager***
  • 272314 Psychotherapist
  • 612115 Real Estate Representative***

Occupations Moved from STSOL to Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)

There are two occupations that were moved from STSOL to MLTSSL, but not occupations moved from MLTSSL to STSOL, though.

  • 121316 Horse breeder***
  • 224711 Management Consultant***

Occupations Removed from the Lists

  • 312112 Building associate
  • 142114 Hair or beauty salon manager

Occupations with Caveats

These occupations are still on the list, but with new/amended caveats:

  • 141999 Accommodation and Hospitality Managers Nec***
  • 221112 Management Accountant***
  • 411611 Massage Therapist***
  • 223112 Recruitment Consultant***
  • 133611 Supply and Distribution Manager***
  • 221113 Taxation Accountant***
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Australia Permanent Resident Application – Don’t Get Caught Up

Australia Permanent Resident Application – Don’t Get Caught Up

Indeed, Australia is a popular destination for most people all over the world when it comes to leisure, and even working and immigration purposes.

Each year, thousands of Australian visa are being issued. In fact, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) allocated 190,000 intakes for the permanent migration programme for the fiscal year 2017-18. Despite the fact that Australia has abolished the temporary 457 visa and has removed 200 professions from the official occupation list, the allocated number of intake remain stable over the years. That number represents a good opportunity for would-be migrants who wish to be Australia Permanent Residents.

With that being said, there can be another side to this story that everyone should be mindful for. Some people who try to apply for Australian visas have found themselves being victims of swindles. Fraudulent companies, unfortunately, target people across the globe to take advantage of their desire to migrate across to Australia and work there. Some illegal companies would even say that certain visas could allow prospects to work there, when in fact they really cannot.

Understanding Visa Types

Some people are eligible to visit Australia on an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA), which can be applied from the DHA website. This ETA provides eligible passport holders a quick and easy way to apply for a tourist visa to Australia. This visa does not allow you to work in Australia. If you want to work and live in Australia permanently, you should undergo skilled migration programme or any appropriate visa type. Subclass 189 and 190 allows you to live, work and stay permanently in Australia. Negligence to understand different visa conditions will surely not protect anyone from being detained and deported by the immigration authorities. Not only that, anyone who go against the immigration rules and regulation might be banned from entering Australia.

Engage Only Legal Services

The Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) regulates agents in providing advice and assistance when it comes to visa application. You can only trust registered migration agents, as they must be qualified and must demonstrate that they have wide knowledge about the immigration rules and regulations. When engaging services, do yourself a favor; check the registration number of the agent. You have to understand as well that these agents are only there to provide you professional advice and assistance, that they are still not the ones deciding on the outcome of your application.

Here at NTRUST, we value our clients as much as we value our registration with the MARA. We advocate and represent any application in the best possible way we can. When thinking of getting assistance with your migration plans, just give us a call at 6299 0245 to book a professional consultation.