As the holiday season approaches, we’d like to inform you that our office will be closed from Friday 20th December 2024 to Monday 6th January 2025. We will reopen and resume regular business hours on Monday 6th January 2025.

During this period, our team will be taking a well-deserved break to celebrate the season with loved ones, and we look forward to returning refreshed and ready for an exciting new year ahead!

We wish you and yours a joyous holiday season and a Happy New Year!

South Australia’s state nominated skilled migration program for 2024-2025 is now open and South Australia’s Skilled Occupation List is available to view.

If you are interested in hearing more about a potential move to South Australia, register your interest for our upcoming online webinar in collaboration with Thames Migration where you will learn more about:

• changes for the 2024/25 program year
• state nomination invitation rounds
• priority occupations and industry sectors in South Australia
• hints and tips about the migration process
• working and thriving in one of the most liveable places on the planet

This webinar is suitable for all applicants seeking to emigrate to Australia. Learn how to make the move to South Australia (SA). Over the years, our clients have found these webinars and seminars to be useful and informative providing a true insight on how you can successfully relocate to Australia and provide you information on various Australian visa options. Learn about the pathways to permanent residency from the Australia visa experts in the UK.

This is also a unique opportunity to learn about the South Australian requirements for Australian emigration purposes.

October Webinar Details:

Date:           Wednesday, 23rd October 2024
Venue:        ONLINE
Time:          8pm (GMT)
Cost:           FREE

Register for this event

Unable to Attend:

Our MARA accredited agent namely Hannibal Khoury has been a guest speaker at many migration seminars and exhibitions for over 20 years.

Unable to attend this webinar? Thames Migration holds regular webinar and seminars throughout the United Kingdom and in central London with the support of and special guests speakers from Australian State and Territory Governments. Please register your interest for our upcoming seminars throughout the year and we will be in touch.

We urge you to attend and learn more about the process of emigration to Australia.

To book a place at the event please contact us on 0208 996 0120 or via our contact us form.

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As we draw closer to 1st July 2024, we note the significant change to the Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) for UK passport holders regards to Work Requirement Waiver: Starting July 1, 2024, UK passport holders need NOT fulfill specified work criteria for their second or third visa applications. However, this may offer a unique opportunity for Working Holiday Visa applicants to apply for a Subclass 482 visa or even permanent residency.  

As per the Department of Home Affairs recent update, ALL 482 visa holders (including short-term) will have access to Permanent Residency after 2 years.

Permanent Residency pathways are available to short-term 482 visa holders through the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream of the Employer Nomination (subclass 186) visa.

Permanent Residency pathway for short-term 482 visa holders after 2 years

Permanent Residency pathways available to short-term 482 visa holders through the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream of the Employer Nomination (subclass 186) visa. This stream is open to ALL Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa holders whose employers wish to sponsor them and will no longer be restricted to 482 visa holders with occupations on the Medium and Long-term Skilled Occupation List (MLTSSL). In addition to all 482 visa holders having access to permanent residency, the length of time in which an applicant will need to hold a 482 visa in order to access PR has also reduced.

NOTE: To prevent inefficiencies and additional costs, the department will consider 186 applications in the TRT stream where lodgement has occurred a few days prior to the applicant meeting the ‘Work Experience Requirement’.

These changes aim to expand pathways to permanent residence for temporary skilled sponsored workers, providing more equitable access and certainty to TSS visa holders and their employers. This a welcome update for employers as well as they will now have a wider range of occupations available for permanent employer-sponsored pathways, helping alleviate skills shortages.

The Government is also removing limit on the number of 482 visa applications in the short-term stream that a visa holder can make in Australia.

Much of our migration practise is about positioning; positioning is then about pathways.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Exciting news for UK passport holders planning to travel to Australia! The Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement has paved the way for fresh Working Holiday Maker (WHM) program and Youth Mobility Scheme arrangements, effective from July 1, 2023.

Here’s what’s changing:

1. Extended Visa Opportunities: UK citizens aged between 18 and 35 can now apply for Working Holiday visas. Plus, from July 1, 2024, they can obtain up to three separate visas without any specific work requirements.
2. Eligibility: These new provisions are exclusive to applicants using UK-issued passports, including British Nationals (Overseas) passports.
3. Age Extension: As of July 1, 2023, the age bracket for UK applicants extends from 18 to 35 years. Applications are accepted until midnight (Australian Eastern Standard Time) the day before turning 36.
4. Work Requirement Waiver: Starting July 1, 2024, UK passport holders need not fulfill specified work criteria for their second or third visa applications.
5. Maximum Stay: The three-year maximum stay remains unchanged, with three separate 12-month visas granted.
6. Flexible Application Process: UK passport holders can apply for their first, second, or third Working Holiday visas at any time within the eligible age range, even if not consecutively. Applications can be made both within and outside Australia.
7. Transition for Existing Visitors: UK passport holders who’ve already spent time in Australia under different passports can still benefit from the new rules. They can apply for any remaining visas under the updated regulations from July 1, 2024.
8. Continued Program Settings: Other WHM program rules, such as the six-month work limit per employer and four-month study limit, remain in place for UK passport holders.

Please Note: Disclosing character and health issues during the visa application process is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, failing to disclose relevant information can lead to serious consequences, including visa rejection, barring from entering Australia in the future or even removal if discovered later. Additionally, providing accurate information allows authorities to assess the applicant’s eligibility and make informed decisions, ensuring the safety and well-being of both the individual and the host country. Hence, it’s imperative to openly disclose any character or health-related concerns to streamline and ensure a compliant visa application process. Should any questions or concerns arise regarding your character or health status, Thames Migration is well versed and stands ready to provide expert guidance and assistance throughout the visa procedure.

Don’t miss out on these fantastic opportunities to explore Australia while broadening your horizons! Apply for your Working Holiday visa today and embark on an unforgettable adventure Down Under.”