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Helping you call Australia home
Your guide to Australian visas and citizenship.
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mandevillemigratio
3 days ago1 min read
Getting a Subclass 461 Visa After Your Relationship with Your NZ Partner Has Ended
If your relationship with your New Zealand (Kiwi) partner has ended in separation or divorce, you may still be eligible to apply for...
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![Do I Need to Do a Medical Test for My Australian Visa?](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/44a817abdff1477a968814fdf168d3bf.jpg/v1/fill/w_292,h_219,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/44a817abdff1477a968814fdf168d3bf.webp)
mandevillemigratio
6 days ago2 min read
Do I Need to Do a Medical Test for My Australian Visa?
When applying for an Australian visa, one of the key requirements you may need to meet is passing a health examination. Whether or not...
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mandevillemigratio
Jan 301 min read
Health Requirements for NZ citizens in Australia
Unlike many other visas, the subclass 444 Special Category Visa for New Zealand citizens does not have the Public Interest Criterion...
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mandevillemigratio
Jan 201 min read
Australia's Vaccination Requirements for Visa Applicants
Australia places a strong emphasis on public health and safety, which is reflected in its visa requirements. While health examinations...
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mandevillemigratio
Jan 172 min read
Australian Citizenship for Children
Navigating the rules around Australian citizenship for children can be complex. Here’s a breakdown of key scenarios to help clarify who...
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mandevillemigratio
Jan 152 min read
4 Reasons you should get your Australian citizenship
Becoming an Australian citizen is a significant milestone for many migrants. It not only solidifies your connection to Australia but also...
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mandevillemigratio
Dec 3, 20241 min read
Australian citizenship for children of New Zealand citizens
NZ citizens who arrive in Australia are given a subclass 444 Special Category Visa at the airport. Although this visa is temporary it...
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mandevillemigratio
Dec 3, 20241 min read
New Skills in Demand Visa 7 December 2024
Despite my previous blog post and the strengthening sponsorship and nomination processes bill not being passed, the Department of Home...
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mandevillemigratio
Dec 2, 20241 min read
Australian citizenship for New Zealand citizens
Despite Australia's close relationship NZ citizens are not automatically given Australian citizenship. However on 1 July 2022 the laws...
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mandevillemigratio
Dec 1, 20242 min read
Dual Citizenship in Australia
Becoming an Australian citizen is a significant milestone, but before you embark on the journey to citizenship, one important factor to...
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mandevillemigratio
Nov 29, 20242 min read
482 sponsored visa not changing this year - edited
Please note that the new visa and list has in fact been announced and will start on 7 December 2024. Please see my blog post about it....
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mandevillemigratio
Nov 15, 20241 min read
New Law Removes Health Test Requirement for Children Born in Australia
Australia’s immigration policies have long included a health requirement for visa applicants (PIC4005 and 4007), designed to manage costs...
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 28, 20242 min read
Aussie TV shows to watch
This post is a little different. This time I wanted to mention some Australian TV series I personally have really enjoyed. I like...
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 24, 20242 min read
Who cannot lodge an appeal for a visa refusal?
When facing a visa refusal, individuals often seek avenues for appeal to challenge the decision and pursue their immigration goals....
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 23, 20243 min read
Subclass 461 visa: A visa for families of New Zealand citizens
The Subclass 461 visa is a temporary visa for non-New Zealand family members of New Zealand citizens who want to live and work in...
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 22, 20242 min read
What to do after a negative decision from the ART in 2024
Receiving a negative decision from the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) can be disheartening and may leave individuals uncertain...
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 21, 20242 min read
Appealing an ART Decision
Appealing a decision made by the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) is a critical step for individuals who have faced visa refusal or...
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 20, 20242 min read
What to expect after the conclusion of an ART hearing
Once the hearing at the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) concludes, individuals often find themselves in a period of waiting and...
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 18, 20242 min read
Next steps after receiving a positive decision from the ART
Receiving a positive decision from the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) is undoubtedly a cause for celebration and relief. However,...
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mandevillemigratio
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Understanding possible outcomes at an ART hearing in 2024
Appearing before the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) can be a pivotal moment for individuals seeking to challenge visa decisions in...
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![Getting a Subclass 461 Visa After Your Relationship with Your NZ Partner Has Ended](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_bfbd9a55969a4883b6a7d69b5142cd9c~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_bfbd9a55969a4883b6a7d69b5142cd9c~mv2.webp)
mandevillemigratio
Getting a Subclass 461 Visa After Your Relationship with Your NZ Partner Has Ended
If your relationship with your New Zealand (Kiwi) partner has ended in separation or divorce, you may still be eligible to apply for...
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mandevillemigratio
Do I Need to Do a Medical Test for My Australian Visa?
When applying for an Australian visa, one of the key requirements you may need to meet is passing a health examination. Whether or not...
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mandevillemigratio
Health Requirements for NZ citizens in Australia
Unlike many other visas, the subclass 444 Special Category Visa for New Zealand citizens does not have the Public Interest Criterion...
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