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Middle-Term Stream TSS Visa & Their Requirements

Are you planning to go to Australia on a work visa? If yes, a TSS visa is one of the best provisional work visas. Applicants of the visa can become eligible for PR. The temporary visa allows employers to sponsor suitable skilled overseas workers to meet their shortage of workers. Several different types of streams fall under TSS such as short-term stream, medium-term stream, labor agreement, and subsequent entrant. Each stream has some unique requirements that users have to fulfill. 

 Among all types of streams, the medium-term stream is one of the most popular ones because it allows applicants to stay up to 4 years in Australia and the visa approval period is comparatively faster than that of the short-term stream. 

 Medium-Term Stream

Applicants of the stream are nominated by their sponsors for 4 years. The temporary visa permits employers to bring overseas workers after they address the labor shortage in particular job positions and these positions cannot be fulfilled in Australia. 

The processing time of the visa can take a minimum of 31 days and a maximum of 5 months. 

 Advantages of the Medium Term Stream 

The skilled     migration visa gives applicants the opportunity to work for up to     4 years. 

They can study in Australia,     but don’t get financial assistance from the government. 

They are free to travel to     and from the country as many times as they want till the visa is     valid. 

After proving their     eligibility for PR, they can apply for PR and become a permanent resident     of the nation. 

There is no age limit to     applying for a visa. 

The visa can be applied from     in and outside the country. 

 Eligibility 

Applicants who apply for the visa while living in Australia have to hold either a substantive visa or a Bridging Visa A, Bridging Visa B, or Bridging Visa C. Make sure they have complied with all the previous visa requirements and have cleared their debt from the Australian government if they have any. 

 Approval for the stream is possible when your proposed employer has nominated you. The employer can only do this if it is an approved sponsor. 

 Your occupation must be listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List or MLTSSL. 

 The visa approval process goes through several steps. Applicants have to demonstrate the skills and experience required for the nominated job profile. In some cases, the skills assessment is arranged. It is expected that the applicants have a positive skills assessment. Moreover, it is necessary to have at least 2 years of work experience. You can talk to your visa experts about the subclass 189 visa which is a permanent skilled independent visa and its advantages over TSS.   

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Things to Learn about Skill Assessments in Australia

A skill assessment is an assessment of qualifications and employment against the criteria of nominated occupation in Australia (CSOL List). Applicants who apply for general migration visas require submitting a skill assessment to the relevant authority. Skill assessments are job requirements based skills. A skill assessing official is an organization responsible for verification of the work profile to confirm whether you match the skill standards.

Visas Need Skill Assessments

Skills assessments are an integral part of general skilled visas like the 189 Skilled Independent Visa, the 190 Skilled Nominated Visa and the Skilled Work Regional Visa (provisional).

Does One Need the Assessment?

Yes, it is necessary if you have a plan to settle down in Australia under a general skilled migration visa. You need a skill assessment before you apply for a visa. Moreover, you wouldn’t be eligible to apply for an Australian PR without a skill assessment.

Some Basic Eligibility Requirements for Skill Assessment

For different profiles, different skill assessing bodies are appointed. Some requirements are-

·         The applicant must have a degree, diploma or the equivalent qualification.

·         Some occupations require work experience in the same field.

·         It is necessary to have proficiency in English to work and live in the country.

·         Make sure you have positive health and character certificates.

Documents Need for the Assessment

Documents related to your assessment go for verification to the relevant authority. Provide the document in English language. If a document is not in English language, an English translation of the document is submitted with the original document.

Here is the list of documents required for getting a positive skill assessment-

·         Receipt of the application fees

·         Passport and passport size photographs

·         Identity proof

·         Educational qualification documents

·         Employment proof

·         Business activity statement

·         Roles and responsibility letter and resume

If it is your first to apply for a skilled visa, consultation to a registered migration agent is beneficial. It offers profile evaluation, resume writing, professional guidance, and various other visa-related services.

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Understanding the Basic Differences between TSS and 186 Visas

Australia is one of the most famous places in the world for working temporarily and permanently. Several sectors like medical, engineering, hospitality, and marketing in the country face shortage of workers for various job positions. When these positions cannot be fulfilled within the country, Australia releases a list of occupation to fulfil the demand of shortage through overseas workers. The country offers various types of work visas. Today, we are going discuss about TSS and Employer Nomination Scheme Visa. They are popular these days because of several positive reasons.

TSS vs. the Employer Nomination Scheme Visa 186

Both are work visas for Australia. There are several similarities in these visas.

However, the primary difference between them is the work duration. A TSS visa is a temporary visa that allows workers to stay in Australia for a certain period. A 186 visa is a permanent visa that allows workers to stay in the country for indefinite duration.

TSS is a provisional visa that allows applicants to apply for permanent residence. It is a gateway to apply for PR. On the contrary, a 186 visa gives the authority to become a permanent residence of Australia. Eligible applicants can apply for Australian citizenship. It takes them one-step ahead because citizenship has various advantages.

The cost of a TSS visa may appear costly than a 186 visa because it is a temporary visa plan. The 186 visa needs one-time cost. You need to reapply it after getting approval.

A TSS visa needs a health-insurance coverage plan for eligible candidates to bear their expenses in Australia. A 186 visa doesn’t need any health insurance.

Similarities

There are many similarities between these two visas because both serve the same intention.

Applicants can apply for the visa after their occupation is listed in the occupation list. If it is not listed in the occupation list, they cannot be nominated by an approved employer.

Having a positive skills assessment report is necessary. The skills assessment report is submitted to the relevant assessment authority for verification.

Language proficiency is essential for all types of visas. Candidates must be smart enough in understanding, speaking and writing in English. Assessment of the language is based on the international language exams like IELTS.

If you have doubts related to similarities and differences between these two work visas, you can consult registered migration agents in Sydney, Australia.

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What are The Types of Employer Sponsored Visas in Australia?

Have you found an Australian company that wants to sponsor? That's great news! Your dream to work and live in Australia can be fulfilled. In case, you are trying hard to be sponsored by an Australian employer but unsuccessful, you can contact an immigration agent in Australia. The type of agency works with employers in making their sponsorship successful. They are experts to help with all types of employer sponsored visas to Australia. It is important to find the right visa to suit your needs. So, taking help from an expert immigration agent is a great idea.

Types of Employer Sponsored Visas

Temporary Skill Shortage Visa

The visa falls in subclass 482 and best known as TSS. The type of visa allows the employee to work and live in Australia for a temporary period. The length and eligibility of converting temporary to permanent depending on English competency, occupation, and age.

Employer Nomination Scheme

The type of visa falls into subclass 186. The type of visa is just like winning a jackpot because it invites you to become a permanent resident of Australia. You can live with your family.

Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme

It falls in the subclass 187. It is a permanent residency visa. The type of visa is provided by those employees who belong to a designated regional area. The job should be on the MLTSSL or the ROL, Regional Occupation List. To become eligible for the visa, one should have at least 3 years of work experience and have all the required skills for a particular job. In some cases, employees have to show their skills.

Training Visa

The type of visa falls in subclass 407. The type of visa permits you to work for an Australian firm while undergoing on-the-job training.

Eligibility for Employer Sponsorship Visa to Australia

There are certain criteria that you need to meet to become eligible for a sponsorship visa. The criteria are necessary to follow else you disqualify from employer sponsorship.

For the employer, it is his location plays a significant role. The employer should take approval to sponsor.

Employee work experience is counted. It is necessary to have any post-secondary qualifications. The job is under employer sponsorship. The salary is revealed.

If all things are positive, the final step is to apply for a visa. Make sure you know the law and all rules of the Visa approval. If you have any doubt, it is better to take help from an immigration agent.

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Beware of Condition 8202

Condition 8202 requires the student visa holder to maintain enrolment in their registered course and achieve both satisfactory course progress and attendance.

This is a mandatory condition attached to all student visas.

What does it mean to maintain enrolment?

Simply, the holder must maintain the level of their registered course.

This means that if the holder wants to change their enrolment, they must enrol in a course that is at the same level as, or at a higher level than, the registered course in relation to which the visa was granted.

Exception: Only if the holder is enrolled in a course at the Australian Qualifications Framework level 10, they can change their enrolment to a course at the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9.

How are the course levels classified?

 The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) has categorised the following levels to qualifications:

 Level 1:           Certificate I

Level 2:           Certificate II

Level 3:           Certificate III

Level 4:           Certificate IV

Level 5:           Diploma

Level 6:           Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree

Level 7:           Bachelor Degree

Level 8:           Bachelor Honours Degree/ Graduate Certificate/Graduate Diploma

Level 9:           Masters Degree

Level 10:         Doctoral Degree (PhD)

So, if your visa was granted for your enrolment in Masters of Accounting (level 9) course and if you decide to change your course to a Diploma of Leadership and Management (level 5) course, you will need to apply for a new student visa again. The Case Officer will apply high scrutiny when assessing the new student visa application unless there are real and significant reasons for the change in the level of course. There is a high risk of refusal of the application associated with these visa applications.  

What if I fail to maintain enrolment?

If you change your course without being granted the new student visa associated with your lower level of course, you will be in breach of condition 8202 which will consequently result in the cancellation of your current student visa.

What if I fail to maintain satisfactory attendance and progress?

Similarly, failing to maintain satisfactory attendance and results in your registered course will also result in the breach of condition 8202, which means your Student Visa could be subject to cancellation by the Immigration Department. The onus of reporting a student’s unsatisfactory course progress and/or attendance is on the Education Provider. Education Providers are required to send students a written notice if they are in breach of condition 8202. Therefore, it is important to advise your education provider as soon as possible should there be any compelling reasons for flagging attendance or academic progress, preferably before any notice is given.

If you fail to speak to your Education Provider within the time mentioned in your written notice, the Education Provide will cancel your Certificate of Enrolment (CoE), and notify the Department of Immigration (DoHA) of your non-compliance. On receiving the notification, DoHA may take action and send you a Notice of Intention to Consider Cancellation (NOICC), asking you to respond/explain the non-compliance within a timeframe of 28 days from the date of you receiving the NOICC. If you fail to respond within 28 days, your student visa will be canceled by the Case Officer.

Once the student visa is canceled, you will have to depart the country or make an application for review to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) of the Department’s decision to cancel your visa.

One of the visa, conditions are to notify the Department if either your home address or email address have changed so you are able to receive all relevant correspondences from the Department and respond to them (if required) within the provided timeframe. You will lose the right to review the Department’s the decision if you claim to have not received the Department’s correspondence by failing to provide/update the Department the details of your new home or email addresses.  

Applying for another visa while holding a student visa

While you hold a student visa, and you have made an application for another substantive visa (onshore), you will be granted a bridging visa, which will come into effect once your current student visa expires. This means that Condition 8202 (along with other attached conditions) will be enforced until the student visa expires. Therefore, it is vital for students to satisfactorily complete their course including to continue to maintain and fulfil the conditions on their student visa.

If you stop your study or no longer have an intention to continue with your studies, you may be subject to a cancellation, which will also in turn cancel any bridging visa you may hold.

Getting Assistance

If you require assistance in changing your course level or in applying for another visa, it is worthwhile to seek immigration legal advice as to whether your case would have a reasonable prospect of success.  

At Migration Centre of Australia, we are well-trained to handle highly complex matters. Book one of our agents for professional advice by calling 02 4626 1002 or email us to book in a time at [email protected]. We also speak fluent Hindi, Nepalese, Punjabi, Turkish, Tamil, Portuguese and Marathi. If one of these isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.