Changes to ENS and RSMS 6 July 2012 On 1 July 2012, DIAC made significant changes to the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS). Read More
Updated Policy on ENS and RSMS Registration Requirements 11 April 2012 The Department of Immigration has clarified whether certain ENS and RSMS applicants need to hold registration, licensing or professional membership, when lodging their applications. Read More
Sponsoring overseas workers in the hospitality and tourism industries 6 March 2012 The 457 visa program is a fast and simple way to address immediate skills shortages in your hotel, motel or restaurant by sponsoring workers from overseas. Read More
Streamlined processing for Accredited 457 Sponsors 9 November 2011 On 7 November 2011, DIAC introduced a new 457 sponsorship accreditation scheme that allows employers to gain access to priority processing, and be approved as a sponsor for six years (rather than the standard three). Read More
Employer compliance with 457 sponsorship conditions 25 August 2011 As a sponsor under the 457 scheme, an employer has a valuable recruitment tool, namely the ability to sponsor and employ overseas workers. Read More
The 457 visa program: The past, the present and the future 15 August 2011 The subclass 457 visa is the most commonly used program for employers wishing to sponsor overseas workers to work in Australia on a temporary basis Read More
