400 Visa Update: Australian Government Restricts Some Policies for the Candidates
The recent update on 400 Visa Australia shows the Australian government will restrict some policies relating to its validity period and application process. The Australian government will scrutinise 400 Visa applications with more than three months of stay and applications from countries with significant pay disparity to Australia.
The update on the 400 Visa regulation aims to ensure no local employees will be disadvantaged and that the visa program is not being used as an unlawful replacement for the TSS 482 Visa.
Key Update on 400 Visa Australia
The key update on 400 Visa Australia are:
- Case officers now scrutinise applications exceeding three months in 12 months, limiting stay to three months or less unless a strong business case can be demonstrated. The remaining balance may be granted if an applicant holds a subclass 400 visa.
- Case officers will conduct a more in-depth evaluation of applications from countries with significant pay disparities to Australia. Also, to ensure the company is not using Visa 400 for a low-paid substitute workforce, the authorities may look into the company’s history, particularly the number and nature of recent applications lodged and other applications filed by the same company for the same purpose.
Learn more the latest updates on Australian Skilled Visa: Australian Skilled Visa Processing Priority Update
What does it mean for Australian businesses?
For Australian businesses, the recent changes to the 400 Visa mean that if you wish to bring in lower-skilled foreign workers, you should consider the Temporary Skill Shortage subclass 482 (TSS 482) program under the Labour Agreement stream. This program is designed to assist with the entrance of skilled foreign workers who needs to perform a continuing skilled job, providing a viable alternative to the 400 Visa.
If you’re an employer looking to bring in a highly skilled overseas worker for a period longer than six months, you’ll need to submit a compelling business case with the application. This case should demonstrate the need for the worker in a highly specialised job, and the work or activity should not be ongoing.
What does the update mean for 400 Visa candidates?
If you recently received an offer to work in Australia for a short period, you have to be careful when applying for a 400 Visa. You have to ensure that the work period will not be over than 3 or 6 months.
If you’re a candidate considering a work opportunity in Australia that may extend beyond six months, it’s crucial to explore other visa options that better suit your work intention. Failing to do so could result in a delay or even a refusal of your application, which could negatively impact your immigration history.
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