Skilled Migration
The Australian Government made a number of significant changes to the Migration Regulations on I January 2010, 8 February 2010 and 1 July 2010.

These changes include:

  • Removal of the MODL occupation in demand list.
  • A minimum of 6 for each band of the IELTS English test for all skilled occupations, including trade occupations.
  • Initial skill assessment for new on-shore graduates in trade occupations will only be suitable for a temporary residence (subclass 485) visa.
  • A JOB READY TEST will be required before a full trade occupation assessment is given, after working for a minimum of 12 months in full time paid employment in the nominated occupation. The on-shore applicant can apply for PR.
  • Points allocated under the Skilled Migration scheme are currently under review.
  • Occupations on the “skilled Occupation List” are also under review and changes will be announced by 30 April 2010.

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