Dependents above the age of 18 at the time of application must prove their English language ability of atleast functional English. If your spouse’s qualification such as Higher Secondary school or bachelor Degree was conducted in English medium, then you can claim exemption for IELTS. (to know how, please contact our office for details).

It depends on which visa subclass do you intend to apply. If you are applying under Skilled – Independent subclass, then you DO NOT have to show any proof of funds, however you must have sufficient funds for initial settlement in Australia.On the other hand, if you are seeking State Sponsorship, then you are required to have minimum amount specificed by the State/Territory. (to know minimum amount and kind of evidence, please contact our office for details).

Ye! All applicants included in the application, who are aged 16 and above must provide PCC from all the countries they lived in for more than 12 months during the last 10 years. However, some countries do not provide PCC for non-residents who are not nationals of that particular country, in such instance, the applicant may be required to submit a Character Statutory Declaration. (to know more about PCC and Character Stat Dec, please contact our office for details).

As your visa subclass has no conditions imposed on your visa, you are free to start your own business.However, it is advisable to do business in the same or related occupation.

The GSM program is Australia’s primary pathway for skilled workers to obtain permanent residency. It includes visa subclasses such as the Skilled Independent (subclass 189), Skilled Nominated (subclass 190), and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491).

• Age: Must be under 45 years old at the time of invitation.
• English Language Proficiency: Must have competent English (e.g., IELTS score of at least 6 in each component).
• Skilled Occupation: Your occupation must be on the relevant skilled occupation list.
• Skills Assessment: You must have a positive skills assessment from a recognized assessing authority.
• Points Test: You must score at least 65 points on the points test.

Points are awarded based on age, English language proficiency, skilled employment experience, educational qualifications, Australian study requirement, spouse skills and English language proficiency and other factors. You need a minimum of 65 points to be eligible.

An EOI is an online application submitted through SkillSelect, indicating your interest in applying for a skilled visa. It is not a visa application itself but a way to express interest and be considered for an invitation to apply for a visa.

SkillSelect is an online system used by the Australian Government to manage skilled migration applications. It allows applicants to submit an EOI and be considered for a skilled visa through invitations.

The processing time can vary, but generally, it takes between 6 to 12 months from the submission of the visa application. The time can be longer depending on the complexity of the application and the demand for the visa category.

Yes, you can include immediate family members, such as your spouse/partner and dependent children, in your skilled migration application.

A skills assessment is an evaluation of your qualifications and work experience by a relevant assessing authority to ensure they meet Australian standards for your occupation. It is a critical step in the skilled migration process.

Not necessarily. For the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189), a job offer is not required. However, for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491), you need nomination by an Australian state or territory, which might require a job offer.

State or territory nomination is when an Australian state or territory government nominates you for a visa based on your skills and their local labour market needs. This nomination can provide additional points towards your points test score.

Once you receive an invitation to apply, you have 60 days to submit your visa application. During this time, you must provide all required documentation, including a valid skills assessment, English language test results, and other supporting evidence.

You must demonstrate competent English, typically proven by taking an English language test such as IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL. The required scores vary depending on the test and the visa subclass.

Yes, you can apply for skilled migration while you are in Australia, provided you meet all the eligibility requirements and hold a visa that allows you to apply onshore.

Costs include the visa application charge, skills assessment fees, English language test fees, medical examination costs, and police clearance fees. The total cost can vary depending on the number of applicants and specific requirements.

• Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria and have a high points test score.
• Gain additional work experience in your occupation.
• Improve your English language proficiency.
• Obtain a higher qualification relevant to your occupation.
• Seek nomination by an Australian state or territory if applicable.

The TSS visa allows employers to address labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers from overseas. It has three streams: Short-Term, Medium-Term, and Labour Agreement.

• Short-Term Stream: For occupations on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), allowing stays of up to 2 years, or up to 4 years if an International Trade Obligation (ITO) applies.
• Medium-Term Stream: For occupations on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or the Regional Occupation List (ROL), allowing stays of up to 4 years and a pathway to permanent residency.
• Labour Agreement Stream: For employers who have a labour agreement with the Australian government, allowing them to sponsor workers for occupations specified in the agreement.

• Sponsorship: You must be sponsored by an approved Australian business.
• Nomination: Your occupation must be nominated by your employer and be on the relevant occupation list.
• Skills and Experience: You must have the necessary skills and work experience for the nominated position.
• English Language Proficiency: You must meet the English language requirements.
• Health and Character: You must meet health and character requirements.

An employer must apply to become an approved sponsor by demonstrating they are a legally established and actively operating business, have a good record of compliance with immigration and employment laws, and have a genuine need to employ skilled workers from overseas.

• Short-Term Stream: IELTS score of at least 5.0 overall, with a minimum of 4.5 in each band (or equivalent in other accepted tests).
• Medium-Term Stream: IELTS score of at least 5.0 in each band (or equivalent in other accepted tests).

The occupation list determines which occupations are eligible for sponsorship under the TSS visa. Occupations are divided into the STSOL, MLTSSL, and ROL, each corresponding to different visa streams and durations.

Yes, TSS visa holders in the Medium-Term Stream and those under a Labour Agreement may be eligible to apply for permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) subclass 186 visa or the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) subclass 187 visa after meeting certain requirements.

Costs include the visa application charge, nomination fee paid by the employer, skills assessment fees (if required), English language test fees, medical examination costs, and police clearance fees.

Processing times can vary, but generally, it takes between 1 to 4 months. Factors affecting processing times include the stream under which you are applying, the completeness of your application, and the time taken for health and character checks.

Yes, immediate family members (spouse/partner and dependent children) can be included in the TSS visa application, allowing them to live, work, and study in Australia for the duration of the primary applicant’s visa.

Yes, TSS visa holders can change employers, but the new employer must be an approved sponsor and must lodge a new nomination for the same or a different eligible occupation. The visa holder cannot start working for the new employer until the new nomination is approved.

The SAF levy is a contribution that employers must pay when sponsoring a worker on the TSS visa. The levy amount depends on the size of the business and the duration of the visa. It is used to fund training for Australian workers.

If your application is refused, you will be notified of the reasons and whether you have the right to appeal the decision. You may be able to lodge an appeal with the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).

Yes, TSS visa holders can travel in and out of Australia as many times as they want during the visa’s validity period.

The Visitor visa (subclass 600) allows people to visit Australia for tourism, business visitor activities, or to visit family for a temporary period, usually for up to 3, 6, or 12 months.

• Tourist Stream: For tourists or to visit family and friends.
• Business Visitor Stream: For business purposes such as attending a conference, negotiation, or exploratory business visit.
• Sponsored Family Stream: For family members sponsored by an eligible Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Approved Destination Status Stream: For Chinese citizens traveling in a tour group.

• Genuine Intent: You must genuinely intend to stay temporarily in Australia for tourism, business, or family visit purposes.
• Financial Means: You must have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Australia.
• Health and Character: You must meet health and character requirements.
• Sponsor (if applicable): For the Sponsored Family Stream, you must have a sponsor who is an eligible Australian citizen or permanent resident.

The visa allows stays of up to 3, 6, or 12 months. The specific duration is determined by the Department of Home Affairs based on your application details.

No, you cannot work in Australia on a Visitor visa. The visa is intended for tourism, business visitor activities, or visiting family and friends.

Yes, you can study for up to 3 months on a Visitor visa. For longer study periods, you need to apply for a student visa.

• Passport: A valid passport with sufficient validity.
• Evidence of Financial Means: Bank statements, payslips, or a letter from your bank.
• Travel Itinerary: Details of your travel plans, including accommodation bookings and flight details.
• Letter of Invitation: If visiting family or friends, a letter from your host in Australia.
• Health Insurance: Proof of health insurance coverage for your stay in Australia.

Processing times can vary, but typically it takes between 28 to 45 days. Factors affecting processing times include the stream under which you are applying and the completeness of your application.

You can apply for another Visitor visa before your current visa expires if you wish to extend your stay. However, there is no guarantee that a further stay will be granted.

Each family member must apply for their own Visitor visa. However, you can submit applications for all family members at the same time and indicate that you are traveling together.

If your application is refused, you will be notified of the reasons for the refusal. Depending on the circumstances, you may have the right to appeal the decision or reapply with additional supporting documentation.

While health insurance is not mandatory for the Visitor visa, it is highly recommended to have adequate health insurance to cover any medical expenses during your stay in Australia.

Yes, if you are granted a multiple-entry visa, you can travel in and out of Australia as many times as you want while your visa is valid. Single-entry visas require you to apply for a new visa if you leave and wish to return.

• Employer-Specific Work Permit: Allows you to work according to the conditions on your work permit, such as the employer you can work for, the length of time, and the location.
• Open Work Permit: Allows you to work for any employer in Canada, with some exceptions. It is not job-specific and is often available to spouses of skilled workers and international students.

An LMIA is a document that a Canadian employer may need to obtain before hiring a foreign worker. It shows that there is a need for a foreign worker to fill the job and that no Canadian worker is available to do it.

Yes, some work permits are LMIA-exempt. These include intra-company transferees, participants in international agreements like NAFTA, and some working holiday participants.

• Job Offer: A valid job offer from a Canadian employer.
• Proof of Funds: Sufficient funds to support yourself and family members during your stay.
• Health: Medical exam (if required).
• Security: Police clearance certificates (if required).
• Compliance: Proof that you will leave Canada at the end of your work permit.

Yes, your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children may be eligible to accompany you. Your spouse or partner may also apply for an open work permit, and your children can apply for study permits.

Processing times vary depending on the country of residence and the type of work permit. It typically ranges from a few weeks to several months.

Yes, you can apply to extend your work permit if your job continues, or if you get a new job offer from another Canadian employer. Ensure to apply before your current permit expires.

An Open Work Permit allows you to work for any employer in Canada, except for those who are ineligible or who do not comply with labour laws. You do not need a job offer to apply for an open work permit.

The duration of a work permit varies but is typically issued for the length of the job offer, up to a maximum of 4 years. Some extensions may be possible.

Your employer must be approved by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and may need to provide a positive LMIA unless the job is LMIA-exempt.

If you have an employer-specific work permit, you need to apply for a new work permit to change employers. Open work permit holders can change employers without applying for a new permit.

As of now, the application fee for a work permit is CAD 155. Additional fees may apply for biometrics, medical exams, police certificates, and other documents.

Yes, you can apply for permanent residency through various programs such as the Canadian Experience Class, Provincial Nominee Program, or Express Entry while holding a valid work permit.

A medical exam may be required depending on the type of job you will be doing, the duration of your stay, and your country of residence.

The Global Talent Stream is a fast-track program for employers to hire highly skilled foreign workers in certain tech and STEM occupations. It offers expedited processing and is part of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).

Yes, international students with a valid study permit can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks. They may also apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) after completing their studies.

The Express Entry program is an online system used by the Canadian government to manage applications for permanent residency through three federal economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the Canadian Experience Class

• Create a Profile: Interested candidates create an online profile and enter the Express Entry pool.
• CRS Score: Candidates are assigned a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score based on factors like age, education, work experience, and language proficiency.
• Invitation to Apply (ITA): The highest-ranking candidates receive an ITA during regular draws.
• Submit Application: Candidates who receive an ITA submit a complete application for permanent residency.

The CRS is a points-based system used to assess and rank candidates in the Express Entry pool. Points are awarded based on age, education, language skills, work experience, and other factors.

Eligibility varies by program:

• Federal Skilled Worker Program: At least one year of continuous full-time skilled work experience, CLB 7 in language proficiency, and a minimum of 67 points on the FSW points grid.
• Federal Skilled Trades Program: At least two years of work experience in a skilled trade, a valid job offer or a certificate of qualification, and CLB 5 in language proficiency.
• Canadian Experience Class: At least one year of skilled work experience in Canada within the last three years and CLB 7 or CLB 5 depending on the job’s NOC skill level.

• Passport or Travel Document
• Language Test Results
• Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) (if applicable)
• Proof of Work Experience
• Provincial Nomination (if applicable)
• Job Offer (if applicable)

Once you receive an ITA and submit your application, the processing time is generally around 6 months. However, creating a profile and waiting for an ITA can take varying amounts of time.

An ITA is an invitation to submit an application for permanent residency. It is issued to candidates in the Express Entry pool with the highest CRS scores during regular draws.

Yes, you can improve your CRS score by:

• Improving Language Test Scores
• Gaining Additional Work Experience
• Obtaining a Higher Education Credential
• Securing a Provincial Nomination
• Getting a Valid Job Offer

The PNP allows Canadian provinces and territories to nominate individuals for permanent residency based on their specific labor market needs. Express Entry candidates who receive a provincial nomination get an additional 600 CRS points.

Your Express Entry profile is valid for 12 months. If you do not receive an ITA within that period, you can create a new profile.

No, a job offer is not required to apply for Express Entry. However, having a valid job offer can significantly increase your CRS score.

Yes, you can include your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children in your Express Entry application.

• Federal Skilled Worker Program: For skilled workers with foreign work experience who meet specific criteria in terms of education, work experience, and language skills.
• Canadian Experience Class: For individuals with at least one year of skilled work experience in Canada.

• English: IELTS (General Training), CELPIP (General), PTE- Core
• French: TEF Canada, TCF Canada

An ECA is used to verify that your foreign degree, diploma, or certificate is valid and equivalent to a Canadian one. It is required for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and can provide additional points for other programs.

If your application is refused, you will be informed of the reasons for the refusal. You can address the issues and re-enter the Express Entry pool, or if applicable, apply for a judicial review

Yes, you can update your Express Entry profile with new information or improved credentials at any time before you receive an ITA.

Proof of funds shows that you have enough money to support yourself and your family after you arrive in Canada. The amount required varies based on the size of your family.

Yes, you can apply for Express Entry from within Canada or from outside the country. Your location does not affect your eligibility.

If your profile expires after 12 months, you can create a new profile to remain in the Express Entry pool.

The AIP is a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates who want to work and live in one of Canada’s Atlantic provinces.

• Atlantic High-Skilled Program: For skilled workers with management, professional, or technical/skilled trades experience.
• Atlantic Intermediate-Skilled Program: For workers with job offers requiring a high school education and/or job-specific training.
• Atlantic International Graduate Program: For recent graduates of a publicly funded institution in one of the Atlantic provinces who have a job offer but don’t necessarily need work experience.

• Job Offer: A full-time, non-seasonal job offer for at least one year from a designated employer in an NOC skill level 0, A, or B.
• Work Experience: At least one year of full-time work experience in the past three years in a related field.
• Education: A minimum of a high school diploma, with a foreign credential assessment (ECA) if the education was obtained outside Canada.
• Language Proficiency: Minimum CLB/NCLC level 4 in English or French.
• Proof of Funds: Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and your family.

• Job Offer: A full-time, non-seasonal job offer from a designated employer in an NOC skill level C.
• Work Experience: At least one year of full-time work experience in the past three years in a related field.
• Education: A minimum of a high school diploma, with a foreign credential assessment (ECA) if the education was obtained outside Canada.
• Language Proficiency: Minimum CLB/NCLC level 4 in English or French.
• Proof of Funds: Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and your family.

• Job Offer: A full-time, non-seasonal job offer from a designated employer.
• Education: A degree, diploma, or other credential from a publicly funded institution in an Atlantic province, obtained within the last 24 months.
• Language Proficiency: Minimum CLB/NCLC level 4 in English or French.
• Proof of Funds: Demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself and your family.
• Work Experience: Not required.

Designated employers are those approved by one of the Atlantic provinces to hire foreign workers through the AIP. These employers must demonstrate a need for hiring foreign talent and show a commitment to support the integration of newcomers.

A settlement plan helps ensure that newcomers have the resources and support needed to settle in their new community. It is developed in collaboration with a settlement service provider organization.

• Job Offer: Obtain a job offer from a designated employer.
• Endorsement: The employer helps you get an endorsement from the province.
• Application: Submit your application for permanent residence to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

An endorsement letter is issued by one of the Atlantic provinces, confirming that the job offer and the applicant meet the requirements of the AIP. It is a critical part of the permanent residence application.

The processing time can vary, but it typically takes about 6 months from the date the complete application is received by IRCC.

Yes, your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children can accompany you to Canada. They can be included in your application for permanent residence.

Yes, you need to provide valid language test results from an approved organization demonstrating proficiency at a minimum CLB/NCLC level 4 in English or French.

• English: IELTS (General Training), CELPIP (General), PTE- Core
• French: TEF Canada, TCF Canada

You must demonstrate that you have enough money to support yourself and your family members when you arrive in Canada, unless you are already working in Canada under a valid work permit. The amount required depends on the size of your family.

If you need to change jobs, the new job offer must be from a designated employer and you will need a new endorsement from the province.

Yes, you can apply for other immigration programs, but you must meet the eligibility requirements for each program and manage multiple applications simultaneously.

There is no specific cap on the number of applications for the AIP, but each province has its own allocation of endorsements, which may affect the number of applications processed.

The RNIP is a community-driven program designed to spread the benefits of economic immigration to smaller communities in Canada by allowing them to recommend candidates for permanent residency.

Several communities across Canada participate in the RNIP. Each community sets its own eligibility criteria for candidates.

Eligibility criteria vary slightly between participating communities, but generally, candidates must have a valid job offer in a participating community, meet language requirements, and meet education and work experience criteria.

Jobs eligible for the RNIP vary by community but typically include a range of occupations across different sectors, with a focus on meeting local labour market needs.

Yes, a valid job offer from an employer in a participating community is usually required to apply for the RNIP.

Candidates usually need to demonstrate proficiency in English or French. Language requirements vary between communities.

There is no set cap on the number of applicants accepted under the RNIP. Each community may have its own allocation of spots.

Yes, if you meet the eligibility criteria and have a valid job offer from a participating community, you can apply for permanent residency through the RNIP.

Processing times can vary but typically range from several months to a year, depending on the community and individual circumstances.

Yes, your spouse/common-law partner and dependent children can accompany you to Canada under the RNIP, and they can also apply for permanent residency.

Once recommended, you can apply for permanent residency to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC will assess your application based on eligibility requirements.

Some communities may require proof of settlement funds to ensure applicants can support themselves and their families upon arrival, but the requirement varies.

Generally, candidates are expected to settle and work in the community that recommended them for a specified period. However, rules may vary, and it’s best to check with the specific community’s guidelines

Yes, candidates residing outside Canada can apply for the RNIP provided they meet all the eligibility requirements.

Commonly required documents include a valid passport, photographs, proof of funds, travel itinerary, invitation letters (if applicable), and any additional documents requested by the Canadian visa office.

Processing times vary depending on the country and the volume of applications. Generally, it can take a few weeks to several months.

Typically, visitors are allowed to stay in Canada for up to 6 months per visit. Extensions may be possible in some cases.

No, a standard Visitor Visa does not permit you to work or study in Canada. You would need a work permit or study permit for those activities.

Yes, you can include your spouse/common-law partner and dependent children in your application.

In most cases, a medical examination is not required for a standard Visitor Visa unless you plan to stay in Canada for more than 6 months or work in certain occupations.

There’s no fixed amount, but you need to demonstrate that you have enough funds to cover your stay in Canada. The required amount varies depending on the duration and purpose of your visit.

Individuals with criminal records may be deemed inadmissible to Canada. However, it depends on the nature of the offense and how long ago it occurred.

Yes, you can reapply, but you should address the reasons for the previous refusal in your new application and provide additional documentation if necessary.

No, a Canadian Visitor Visa is not valid for travel to the United States. You would need a separate visa or ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) for the U.S.

Yes, as long as your visa remains valid and you comply with the conditions of each entry, you can visit Canada multiple times.

Having family or friends in Canada can support your application, but you still need to meet all the eligibility requirements and prove your intent to return to your home country.

Yes, you may apply to extend your stay in Canada as a visitor, but you must do so before your current status expires.

Citizens of many countries require a Schengen Visa to enter the Schengen Area. However, some countries have visa waiver agreements with the Schengen Area.

You can apply for a Schengen Visa at the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit first or spend the most time in.

Commonly required documents include a valid passport, passport-sized photos, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, proof of funds, and a completed application form.

Processing times vary by country and season but generally take between 7 to 15 days. It’s recommended to apply well in advance of your travel date.

The duration of stay depends on the type of visa issued. Typically, it’s up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

Yes, a Schengen Visa allows you to travel freely within the Schengen Area, visiting any or all of the member countries within the validity period.

No, a Schengen Visa is for short-term tourism, business, or family visits only. You would need a separate visa for work or study purposes.

Yes, travel insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation is mandatory for obtaining a Schengen Visa. The coverage should be at least €30,000.

Schengen Visas are generally not extendable. If you need to stay longer, you must apply for a national visa or residence permit from the country you’re visiting.

It’s advisable to have a confirmed travel itinerary and accommodation bookings as part of your visa application. However, some embassies may not require prepaid bookings.

Having a criminal record may affect your visa application, but it depends on the severity and circumstances of the offense. You should declare any criminal history in your application.

No, a Schengen Visa only allows travel within the Schengen Area. If you plan to visit non-Schengen countries, you’ll need separate visas or permissions.

Yes, you can reapply, but you should address the reasons for the previous refusal and provide additional documentation to strengthen your application.

A Europe Work Permit Visa allows individuals to live and work in a European country legally for a specific job or employment opportunity.

Work Permit Visas are issued by individual European countries based on their specific immigration policies and labour market needs.

Yes, typically you need a confirmed job offer from an employer in the country where you wish to work before applying for a Work Permit Visa.

In most cases, a job offer is a mandatory requirement for obtaining a Work Permit Visa in European countries.

Processing times vary by country and specific circumstances but can range from a few weeks to several months.

In many cases, spouses and dependent children can accompany you to European countries, but they may need separate visas depending on their nationality.

Each European country sets its own minimum salary requirements for Work Permit Visas, depending on the job position and local labour market conditions.

In some cases, you may be allowed to switch jobs, but it usually requires approval from the immigration authorities in the country where you’re working.

Some European countries offer pathways to permanent residency or citizenship for foreign workers, but the requirements vary by country.

Medical examinations may be required depending on the country and the duration of your stay. Some countries require a health check for long-term visas.

Yes, in some cases, you may be able to extend your work permit if your employment continues. However, extensions are subject to specific rules and conditions.

Some European countries allow self-employed individuals to apply for work permits, but requirements may differ from those for employed workers.

Having a criminal record may affect your application, but each case is considered individually. Serious offenses may result in refusal.

Depending on the job and country, fluency in the local language may be required. However, some jobs may not require proficiency in the local language.