Ending ‘visa hopping’ in the migration system

A key commitment in the Migration Strategy, released last year, was to restrict ‘visa hopping’ – ending the loopholes that allow students and other temporary visa holders to continuously extend their stay in Australia, in some cases indefinitely. As noted in the Migration Strategy, the numbers of international students staying in Australia on a second, […]

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EOI Reform

1. Reform the points test ∙ Change the way points are offered based on the applicant’s age. ∙ Offer more points to applicants with higher degrees, excellent English language skills, and/or skilled spouses. ∙ Abolish bonus points for Australian study, regional study, a professional year, and specialist education qualifications. ∙ Offer points for any high-skilled employment experience and especially […]

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