2020

In reference to the recent update by the Ministry of Home Affairs, 17 December 2020, the government is reforming business and investor visas to maximise the economic benefits for Australia. There would be changes stated below in terms of visa …

BREAKING NEWS: AUSTRALIAN BUDGET ANNOUNCEMENT 2020-21 Border restrictions expected to be in place until second half of 2021. Overall migration numbers staying the same for 2020-2021. Priority for Employer Sponsored, Global Talent, Business visa. There is going to be more …

During the ongoing pandemic, many have been looking for options for a secure future while observing markets that are profitable. In the midst of this, there is a pathway that has been available since 2012 that is catching the eyes …

As global markets have been in a decline during the pandemic, many have been gearing up for recovery. With this, investors are looking at places that have the potential to thrive and to trust their money in, leading to the …

What is New Zealand Residency and Permanent Residency? New Zealand’s resident visas allow applicants to stay in the country permanently. This means that they, along with the family members under their application, are free to live, work and study in …

Overseas applications We have resumed processing some visa applications from people who are currently not in New Zealand. We are now processing and deciding offshore applications for some relationship-based visas, if they are supported by a New Zealand citizen or …

Reopening of Visa Application Centres (VACs) All INZ offshore processing offices (except Apia) remain closed and, due to New Zealand’s border restrictions, INZ is not currently processing visa applications for individuals who are offshore unless they meet the strict border …

New Zealand is a country in which many desire to go to, no matter to study, work, or reside in. There are many reasons to do so such as the fact that it is a safe country with world-class education …

(sources: Westpac and ABS) (written: Steeger Consulting) Westpac recently revised up its growth forecasts for Australia’s GDP in the second half of 2020 from 2.8% to 4%. Despite Victoria's extended lock down, the national economy appears to be recovering well …

8 September 2020 2020-21 Victorian business and investor visa nomination program update Victoria’s 2020-21 business and investor visa nomination program (subclass 188 and 132) will open today at 9am AEST, Tuesday, 8 September, 2020. The coronavirus pandemic has significantly changed …