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A Guide to the Australia-New Zealand Travel Bubble

The travel bubble between Australia and New Zealand has been open for several months now. However, citizens of both countries have struggled with a rapidly changing situation that has involved flight cancellations, border closures, and other challenges. This guide covers what we have learned about the travel bubble so far, who is eligible to take […]

What To Know About New Zealand’s New Temporary Visa Framework (AEWV Visa)

After much anticipation, New Zealand’s government has released more information about its temporary visa framework. New Zealand’s new system is moving more towards the Australian employer-sponsored work visa system adopted in the mid-90s, with the sponsorship status of an employer followed by a nomination and visa application. In New Zealand, employers and HR managers need […]

What the Proposed Expansion of Skilled Migration Means for Australia

As we enter the next phase of Australia’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Australian Government is focusing on ways to attract more top talent to the country. We’ve set ourselves apart as an attractive destination for foreign talent because of our stable economy and swift COVID response. Now, the government is recommending changes […]

Reopening Australian Borders and Unlocking Mobility: Everything you need to know

For more than a year, businesses and individuals have been uncertain about workforce mobility due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. Now, with the distribution of vaccines happening throughout the world, people want to know about a timeline for reopening Australian borders. Officials are still taking a cautious approach to mobility. After all, vaccines are available in […]

What It’s Like to Be An Immigration Professional at TMA: Brenda Amoro’s Story

TMA couldn’t achieve successful outcomes for our clients without an incredible team. Today we’re spotlighting talented immigration professional, Brenda Amoro. Brenda has an impressive background in immigration and policy that spans positions at a global immigration law firm, a global professional services firm, and now TMA. Here is what we learned about her journey along […]

How TMA got a Global Talent Visa approved in two days: Case Study

Obtaining a global talent visa is no small feat. Right now, competition is stronger than ever, with many excellent candidates waiting months to receive invitations and some left waiting indefinitely. Despite these challenges, The Migration Agency continues to quickly and effectively help individuals acquire visa invitations. The innovative medical technology and life sciences business that […]

How to stay compliant with Australia’s immigration sponsorship regulations

HR managers and immigration departments should always have sponsorship compliance top of mind. However, it’s especially important at this time of the year when performance reviews, promotions, and internal changes are taking place. Staying compliant with Australia’s sponsorship regulations for employers ensures that your organisation can continue sponsoring foreign workers and protects employees who are […]

5 reasons to hire globally with the Global Talent Agency

Finding talent is a challenge for employers in all industries, but it’s especially demanding for employers in specialised sectors with critical skills shortages or that demand niche knowledge. Companies will often hire recruiters to find talent and end up disappointed when the recruiter does little more than post ads and shortlist potential candidates to send […]

Big changes coming to the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP)

Australia’s current government is sweetening the deal for investors with its recent Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) changes. They’re altering core aspects of the program to attract job creators and skilled migrants. Here, we’ll review the upcoming changes and talk about why Australia is an attractive destination for foreign investors. Australia’s investor-friendly visa programs […]

What business owners need to know about mobility and immigration in 2021

Almost all aspects of business changed in 2020 due to the pandemic, including workforce planning, immigration, and international recruitment. At first, companies had to react quickly to adapt to the changing circumstances. Now, we have more clarity on immigration, mobility, and relevant government regulations, which means businesses can proactively develop a strategy that’s effective in […]