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August 2014
Welcome to the National Visas August 2014 newsletter.
In this edition we would like to introduce you to our featured service; "Online Visitor Visas". We also provide current information about Australian visas as well as giving you our 'hot tip' for the month, success stories and a profile of our featured registered migration agent; Simon Delmo.
We hope you find the newsletter interesting!
| Online Visitor Visas |
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There are many different types of Visitor visas to Australia. These can include Visas for tourism, family visits or short stay business visits. Over 115 countries can now apply online for their Visitor Visa!
When you take an online assessment on our website it will quickly and accurately determine whether you can apply for your visa online or whether you will need to lodge a paper based application at your nearest embassy.
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| Employer Sponsored Visas |
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Many people incorrectly assume that Employer Sponsored Visas are too difficult. They are actually a fantastic (and common) way to get working in your skilled occupation in Australia quickly. If you would like National Visas to discuss the employer sponsored visa program (including costs, processing times and payment options) with your employer before proceeding, please ask your employer to register on our website here. Registration is free, and takes approximately 3 minutes. Once your employer registers one of our registered migration agents will then call them (at no cost) to discuss how sponsorship works. |
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| Professional Migration Advice for a Budget Price |
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This article is written by Ivanna Cheng, one of our Registered Migration Agents.
Ever since the government introduced a major pricing reform for Visa Application Charges in September 2013, prospective clients have been telling us they can no longer afford to have their cases professionally managed. Although it is true that these clients are now facing substantially increased government charges, it is important to understand that this added expense in fact raises the stakes, in that you simply can't afford to have the application refused. National Visas offer a range of lower level services which still give you access to top-quality professional advice.
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| Top 3 Reasons for Using a Migration Agent |
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This article is written by Alfonso Varela, one of our Registered Migration Agents.
I remember that quite some time ago, I read a comment from someone saying that Migration Agents will not be able to do anything for clients that you wouldn't be able to do for yourself. This is a very common misconception that many people have. Migration Law is complex and covers a wide range of legislation, policy and procedure which are extremely difficult for people to understand without the proper training and experience.
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| Work and Holiday Visas for Specific Countries − Can you Apply? |
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This article is written by our Senior Migration Agent, Simon Delmo.
There are two different types of working holiday visas to Australia. They are the Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417) and the Work and Holiday Visa (subclass 462). The one which is appropriate for you depends on the country of your passport. Many people do not realise they are actually eligible for a working holiday Visa.
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| Australian Prime Minister recognises migrant contributions at the 2014 Migration and Settlement Awards |
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"Once received into our community, a new citizen is entitled to be treated in every way as a fellow Australian. The strength and history of our people have been founded upon this vital principle." This quote from Sir Robert Menzies, the 12th Prime Minister of Australia, became Prime Minister Tony Abbott's summation of the essence of the 2014 Migration and Settlement Awards.
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‘Hot Tip’ for August:
The Department of Immigration has recently released some good news for visa applicants with regards to English language, providing more alternatives to meet this requirement across the Temporary Graduate, Skilled, Former Resident and Work and Holiday visa programmes.
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Simon Delmo
Senior Migration Agent
Registered Migration Agent Number (MARN): 1066328
Simon has been involved in the Australian migration industry since 2005. He is formerly of the Australian Department of Immigration. He has extensive visa and immigration knowledge. His specialty areas are Skilled Migration and people who have 'unlawful' status in Australia.
Success Stories
Morning Simon,
I just wanted to thank you for your response and getting back to me, even going out your way to answer all my questions! I now have a much better idea of where I am going and where to get the information I need to make a better decision...
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