Introduction of South Australia’s New Occupation List under DAMA

South Australia recently announced the new occupation list under DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement). The DAMA aims to help employers and businesses in South Australia in getting access of skilled foreign workers. The DAMA will specifically focus on the sectors that facing an acute shortage of workforce in the state.

There will be 2 Designated Area Migration Agreements for the state of South Australia. The first DAMA will focus on Adelaide Metropolitan Area. There will be 60 occupations listed on the Adelaide Innovation and Technology Agreement. The DAMA is a route for migrants to apply for permanent residence.

The second DAMA is called South Australian Regional Workforce Agreement that will cover the states of SA. A total of 114 occupations are listed on this DAMA. As per the Migration SA, these occupation covers:

• Agribusiness
• Hospitality and Tourism
• Health and Aged Care
• Mining
• Construction

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This DAMA will also allow applicants to apply for Australian immigration. Some of the other occupations like Chef, Baker, Restaurant Manager, Accommodation and Hospitality Manager and are also included in the DAMA.

Occupations like Dental Assistant and Dentist are also available on the DAMA and these occupations will receive certain concession on language skills, age, experience and salary, as per SBS News.

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Australian Universities accepting applicants with the lowest English language Score

There are some Australian Universities that are lowering their own English standards to attract high-paying foreign students. ABC’s Four Corner Program has been told by academic that there a rise in the number of cases of academic misconduct and international students are struggling so much so that they have used phone apps to translate lectures. There are many international students who struggled to use a computer or a USB drive.

To rationalize the student visa system, the Federal Government gave more responsibility to the universities in 2016. The universities in Australia have the responsibility to determine if a student had genuine intentions to come and study or not. They also had to ensure that the foreign students met the English standards.

The international students are required to convince the University rather than the Education Department that they can complete the course. As per ABC News, the Universities in Australia are allowed to set their own English standards for international students. It is up to the Australian Universities to waive the English language requirement.

The Four Corner Program found that some universities are accepting foreign students who fall below their own English standards. These students are granted admission through other routes other than English proficiency test.

Some Universities are also accepting Medium of Instruction Letters from foreign students of countries like Nepal and India. This letter indicates that the students had studied in English in their home country. However, The Department of Home Affairs stated that these MOI letters do not hold any legislative value.

The education industry in Australia is worth $34 billion to the economy of Australia. Thus, high-paying international students have become a valuable source of income for struggling Universities. These students later apply for Australian Immigration through different PR Australia programs to settle in the country on a permanent basis. 

Australia Permanent Residency Programs are the route of living and working in the country on a permanent basis. Ask for an Australian Immigration Assessment from one of our visa and immigration experts of Aptech Global to arrange a callback. 

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The Latest Trending Updates of Australian Immigration of May 2019

The Australian Immigration Department has updated recent changes to the different skilled migration programs.

• May 14, 2019

South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status has been updated of the following occupations to its Skilled Occupation List- Customer Service Manager (149212) special conditions apply- Proficient English for Australia Visa 489 only.

Applicants cannot apply to South Australia for state sponsorship unless and until special requirements are not fulfilled (if any)

In the case of South Australia applicants can apply under high point category (80 points) if the occupation is available in Supplementary List or special conditions apply effective July 2018.

• May 13, 2019

1. South Australia State Sponsorship Update: Occupations Current Status has been updated for Surveyor (232212) special conditions apply and Competent plus English is required and Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher (241111) special conditions apply, Proficient English and applicable for Offshore applicants for Australia Visa 489 only

2. Central West Regional Authority: NSW subclass 489 closure of Regional Sponsorship: The Central West which is one of the 9 Regional Authorities participating in sponsoring NSW-489 subclass visa has announced the closure of Regional Sponsorship and will reopen with a new list of occupations for the year 2019-2020 in July/August 2019. This update is applicable for all the applicants applying for Regional Sponsorship with Central West NSW under visa 489.

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Indians are the 3rd largest migrant group in Australia 2018

he recent data released by ABS shows that the Indian population in Australia has grown significantly in the last couple of years. As of June 2018, around 592,000 Indians called Australia their home. This was a 30% increase as compared to the census figures of 2016.

Indians are now on the third spot as the largest migrant group in Australia by putting behind New Zealand on the fourth spot. There are 568,000 New Zealanders in Australia. Indians now make up for 2.4% of the Australian Population. The data also revealed that the median age of Indian migrants is around 34 years.

The largest migrant group in Australia for the year 2018 is mentioned on the below table:

Rank	Country of birth	Total number	Percentage
1	England	992,000	4.0%
2	China	651,000	2.6%
3	India	592,000	2.4%
4	New Zealand	568,000	2.3%
5	Philippines	278,000	1.1%
6	Vietnam	256,000	1.0%
7	South Africa	189,000	0.8%
8	Italy	187,000	0.7%
9	Malaysia	174,000	0.7%
10	Scotland	135,000	0.5%

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As per the table we can see that England has been the largest source of Migrants for Australia in 2018 followed by China and then India. The Australian ImmigrationDepartment granted 162,417 Permanent Residence Visa in the year 2017-18 out of which 33,310 were given to Indians.

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Unofficial EOI Australia SkillSelect Visa 189 results 11th May 2019

Aptech Visa are back with its unofficial immigration round results estimates for Australia Visa 189. The latest estimates are about the Australia PR waiting time for visa 189 invitations depending on when you lodged an EOI, effect date and the occupation.

It is important to note that the processing times mentioned here are not closely related to Department of Home Affairs (DoHA).

The main assumptions are based on 100 Australia EOI invites for the month of May 2019. The EOIs are split in the ratio 60% pro-rata occupations and 40% non-pro rata occupations. However, in the new immigration year in July 2019, the numbers of ITAs are expected to be around 1130 invitation per average.

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Let us have a look at the pro-rata occupations and estimated ITA points for the month of May 2019 for 189 visa:

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Victoria State of Australia announces new DAMA SOL 2019

The Warrnambool City Council in the state of Victoria has recently released its new Skilled Occupation List under the Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA). The city council has made available 27 occupations to cater the business needs of the Great South Coast Area. The new occupations belong to the hospitality and agriculture sector mainly.

The occupation list released by the city of Warrnambool is mentioned below:

• Agriculture and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator (721111)
• Agricultural Technician (311111)
• Automotive Electrician (321111)
• Beef Cattle Farmer (121312)
• Café or Restaurant Manager (141111)
• Chef (351311)
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist (323211)
• Cook (351411)
• Dairy Cattle Farm Operator (070499)
• Diesel Motor Mechanic (321212)
• Earthmoving Plant Operator (721211)
• Fitter and Turner(323212)
• Hotel and Motel Manager (141311)
• Industrial Spray Painter (711211)
• Meat Boners and Slicers (831211)
• Meat Process Worker (831211)
• Metal Fabricator (322311)
• Mixed Crop Farmer (121216)
• Mixed Livestock Farmer (121317)
• Mobile Plant Operators (721999)
• Motor Mechanic (General) (321211)
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician
• Panel Beater (324111)
• Product Quality Controller (Meat Grader) (839312)
• Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker (070499)
• Slaughterer (831212)
• Truck Driver (General) (733111)

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Additionally, the below occupations are given English language requirement concessions:

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Queensland Re-Opens Skilled Migration Program

Business and Skilled Migration Queensland Australia re-opened its ‘working in Queensland’, ‘Masters’ and ‘PhD’ Queensland Skilled Occupation List. After the quota gets filled the program will again close until July 2019.

The EOIs that have been submitted from 18 April 2019 will be picked up. The Australia EOI submitted prior to this date will not be picked up. If you have lodged an EOI in the past and not received an invitation you will need to submit a new EOI from 18 April 2019.

The applicants must be in Queensland only and must meet the onshore criteria for working in Queensland that includes employment of at least 6 months in the nominated occupation before submitting an EOI, an ongoing job-offer for at least a year. If applying for skilled regional visa 489, you must be working in regional Queensland for at least 6 months before submitting an EOI.

Additionally, Queensland Master Graduates must be currently working in the nominated occupation and have continual ongoing employment for at least 12 months.

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On the other hand, PhD Graduates are not required to have job-offer letter however there is an exception of University Lecturer. PhD applicants applying under the occupation of University Lecturer (ANZSCO code 242111) must meet working in Queensland criteria including having been employed for six months in their nominated occupation and have continual ongoing employment for at least 12 months.

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How Do I Avail Australian PR Benefits with Most Popular Visa Programs?

Australia is becoming a dream immigration destination for the migrants who are looking out to explore the smallest continent having loads of opportunities for them. There are not one but many reasons for selecting Australia as the perfect immigration hotspot.

The question here is- what exactly Australian PR status allows you to do? Well, in this blog we will try to know about the effervescent reasons for migrating to Australia as its permanent resident.

It is a known fact there are many visa programs offered by Australia Immigration department like skilled migration programs that are the most popular programs taken by the skilled workers to apply for Australia PR. A point-based immigration system is followed to invite migrants under these skilled visa categories namely Australia Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189, Australia Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190 and Australia Skilled Regional Provisional Visa Subclass 489.

Well, to become eligible for the above-mentioned visa categories, you must score at least 65 points out of 100 on Australia Assessment grid for the factors namely age, educational qualification, work experience, language ability, and other factors.

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Well, as a successful Australia PR holder, the government grants you many benefits that you may avail as its permanent resident:

• Stay in Australia for an indefinite period of time

Australia PR visa card is valid for five years and thus, a lot of people have this confusion about how long they can stay in Australia after getting a permanent residency approved.

If you have a permanent residency, you can stay in Australia for as much time as you want. The five year or 1-year expiry dates are for your authority level to remain outside Australia while still managing status as a permanent resident holder.

Though, after every five years, if you do not intend to apply for Australian Citizenship after residing in Australia for at least 3 years then in such a case, you must renew the Australia PR.

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• Avail the Government approved Medicare facilities

Australia has one of the best medical facilities in the world that is run and controlled by the government across the country.

Australia runs the Medicare program that provides free healthcare services in the public hospitals and subsidized fees for certain medical services and prescription medicines to the Australian citizens and PR holders.  The mandatory immunization is also free for the PR holders.

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Why Should You Consider Australia Immigration 2019?

Australia is becoming favourite immigration destination for many due to its high standard of living and balanced lifestyle, a strong economy, and beautiful locations. People migrate to Australia to live a better life but hold on your horses! Before that, you need to apply for Australia Immigration to live, work and settle in the country on a permanent basis.

To apply for Australia Immigration, you have many visa programs to select ranging from skilled migration programs to Australia Family Sponsorship Programs and business investor programs. The applicant decides the best possible visa category for successful Australia Immigration chances.

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Western Australia 190/489 Visa Invitation 13th April 2019

This is to inform that Western Australia recently conducted the Expression of Interest (EOIs) results on 12th April 2019 for SNMP Graduate Stream invitation round for Australia Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 190 and Australia Skilled Regional provisional visa subclass 489.

The current round of Western Australia under Australia Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190 was given to applicants with a Bachelor Degree, five year Australian work experience having at least IELTS 7 bands/PTE 65 points and total 65 immigration points. The applicants who have submitted their profile before 10th April 2019 were invited to apply by the Western Australia government.

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On the other hand, Australia Skilled Regional Provisional Visa subclass 489 was also given to the applicants with a Bachelor Degree, five year Australian work experience, at least IELTS 7 bands/PTE 65 points and total 75 points. The applicants who have submitted their profile before 08/09/2018 were invited to apply in this current round.

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Additionally, Accountants were also invited in this current draw with the nominated occupation (221111). Accountant (General) was restricted due to high representation of this occupation in the eligible EOIs. The profile of the last invited EOI with this nominated occupation was as follows:

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Australia Skilled Invitations 189 subclass estimated processing time 2019

Applicants applying for Australia Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189 for permanent residency should know the processing time of the visa subclass in which they have applied. Aptech Global has presented the latest estimates of the Australia Processing time for visa subclass 189.

The estimates are made on the basis of the Australia EOI application lodged, effected date and occupation. However, these are not Department of Home Affairs estimates. Aptech Global is only trying to give you a rough idea about the processing time in this fluctuating age of immigration.

The main assumptions are based on:

• Total number of invitations are expected for 300 EOIs in May and June
• The EOIs will be given under 60% pro-rata occupations and 40% non-pro rata occupations
• From July 2019 onwards, 1130 invitations will be received per round on an average

Australia follows a point based immigration system to invite skilled and qualified workers to come and settle in the country to contribute towards the growing economy. A minimum of 65 points out of 100 on Australia Points Assessment grid for the factors like age, educational qualification, work experience, language ability and adaptability factors to become eligible for Australia PR.

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Australia Unofficial SkillSelect Results for 11th April, 2019

Australia Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189.

The invitation round results are based on our calculations and assumptions. Please note that the processing times mentioned here are not anywhere related to Department of Home Affairs (DoHA). This is our way of analyzing the current situation keep the fluctuations of the immigration industry in mind.

The assumptions are based for 60% pro-rata occupations and 40% non-pro rata occupations for 300 places. The less number of invitations given can also because of already 22,260 invitations in just 9 months.

The assumptions are based on the 300 invitations for 189 Visa. The table below shows the assumptions for pro-rata occupations for the Australia 189 visa invitations.

PRO-RATA OCCUPATIONS	ESTIMATED POINTS (ITA)	EOI ESTIMATED DATE
ACCOUNTANTS (2211)	90 points	02/04/2019
AUDITORS, CORPORATE TREASURERS (2212)	90 points	02/04/2019
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (2334)	85 points	Next invitation round
INDUSTRIAL ,MECHANICAL AND PRODUCTION ENGINEERS (2335)	85 points	02/04/2019 Source URL here

What are the ways of increasing Australia Skilled Migration Points?

Australia is the popular immigration destination, and why not? It offers plethora of good opportunities for the migrants to select, be it work opportunities, or living standards etc. Most of the migrants coming to the country apply through skilled migration visa programs. 

So, are you planning to apply for Australia PR Visa through skilled migration programs? You must know about the visa category in which you intend to apply. The higher are your immigration points the better are your chances of receiving Australia PR. 

But, how can you improve the Australia Skilled Migration Points? There are many options of improving the Australia Skilled migration points.  Let us know about the tips of improving the immigration points for receiving Australia PR through skilled migration programs.

You must be aware that Australia follows point based system to invite skilled migrants in the country. A minimum of 65 points out of 100 on Australia Immigration Point Assessment grid is required for the factors under age, educational qualification, work experience, language ability and other factors

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Well, the Australian Government nowadays is inviting applicants with high immigration point score and only getting 65 points will be of no good to receive invitation to apply from DIBP. The applicants with the highest immigration points are invited to apply through regular DIBP draws.

Are you falling short of the required immigration score? No worries! Below mentioned are some tips that might help you in improving the score. 

• Enhancing Educational Qualification 

Higher qualification means more points for applicants. Though, you must try to upgrade diploma to a Bachelor’s degree to increase points. The point hierarchy is as follows:

1. Diploma completed in Australia, trade qualification completed in Australia, or qualification or award of recognized standard will give 10 points 
2. A Bachelors and Masters Degree will give 15 points 
3. A Doctorate will give 20 points 

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• Improving your language proficiency score 

Australia government want that people migrating to the country must be fluent in English language to sustain them in the country on daily basis. Improving language proficiency score is one of the fastest ways of increasing overall points. 

1. Superior English: 20 points
2. Proficient English: 10 points 
3. Competent English: 0 points 

Try to score at least IELTS 7/ PTE 65 points or IELTS 8/ PTE 79 points in each module of reading, writing, listening and speaking to avail 10 immigration points or 20 immigration points respectively towards the overall immigration point score.

·         Age:

To apply for Australia PR, you must be between 18-49 years of age. However, to claim immigration points, an applicant must be below 45 years. The highest age factor points are claimed at 25-32 years. The age factor table is as follows: 

1.    25-32 years: 30 points

2.   33-39 years: 25 points

3.    40-44 years: 15 points

4.    45-49 years: 0 points 

·   Work Experience in Australia

The work experience in Australia adds additional points that will further boost the Australia PR chances. The highest points that you may attain are 20 points.

1.     8-10 years of work experience: 20 points

2.    5-8 years of work experience: 15 points

3.    3-5 years of work experience: 10 points

4.   1-3 years of work experience: 5 points

5.   0-1 years of work experience: 0 points

·   Work Experience in Home Country

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 1.       8-10 years of work experience: 15 points 

2.     5-8 years of work experience: 10 points 

3.      3-5 years of work experience: 5 points 

·   State/Territory Nomination

  

The State/Territory Nomination enables you to receive additional 5 points when applying for Australia Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190 and 10 points if applying for Australia Skilled Regional Provisional Subclass 489. 

·    Other Factors

There are different factors under which you may claim five additional points:

1.     NAATI courses: Completing a NAATI course successfully or paraprofessional level to be certified translator and interpreters in Australia.

2.   Professional Year Program: If you have completed professional year program, you will receive 5 points.

3.  Partner Skill Qualification: Claim five points for partner skills through English language proficiency test, and skill assessment test

4.  Points for studying in Regional Australia or in low population growth metropolitan area

Why not check the total score using Australia Immigration points calculator 2018? The higher is your score, the increased chances are there for Australia PR.

 For further information related to Australia PR and your eligible chances, it is suggested to contact the visa and immigration experts of Aptech Global by filling the Australia Immigration Assessment form.