Verde Lawyers

28/10/2025

Legal disputes can feel insurmountable, but we will walk with you every step of the journey to the mountain top of success! Overcome your mountains today with Verde Lawyers.

Verde Lawyers is a law firm located in the heart of Sydney specialising in Commercial Law, Family Law, Migraiton Law, Wills and Estates and Dispute Resolution.

Visit our website: www.verdelawyers.com for more information.

08/09/2023

What you need to know about contesting Wills

A will is a legal document that outlines your wishes as for the distribution of your assets after your death. It may also include instruction for the upbringing of your children, as well as the appointment of an executor to carry out these wishes. But how about when it’s the other way around? In c...

23/07/2023

INCREASED VISA APPLICATION FEES

Effective July 01, 2023, the Department of Home Affairs has implemented an increase in the visa application charges. The new charges shall apply to all visa application received by the Department starting on the mentioned date. The increase in the visa application charges will range from six percent (6%) to forty percent (40%) depending on the visa classes.

Take note that the visa application charge is the amount in Australian dollars (AUD) that must be paid for a visa application, although in some cases the visa application charge is nil or no visa application charge.

Thus, the newly-implemented increases are allocated in various visa subclasses and the equivalent percentage increase in the visa subclasses are as follows:

Visitor, working holiday, work and holiday, training, temporary activity and temporary work (short stay specialist visa) – fifteen percent (15%);

Business innovation and investment visas – forty percent (40%);

Other visas – six percent (6%); and

Pacific Engagement Visa and Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Visas – Exempt from increase.

Such increases are intended to boost the current earnings of the Australian government by $665 million for over five (5) years from 2022/2023.

The Visa Pricing Table has different categories to determine the purpose of your visa application, more importantly the prices or charges required to be paid.

You may find the current visa table, listing all the available visa class and the corresponding amount of charges here.

In addition to the current visa charges, it is advisable to be mindful of the surcharges, and fees and charges for other services that you may incur in the course of your visa application.

If you have questions or clarifications, or in need of assistance in applying for Australian visa, Verde Lawyers is delighted to accommodate you. Equipped with extensive experience and competent skills, our team will lead you through the entire process to attain the best outcome possible.

Contact us today at Verde Lawyers at [email protected] or 02 9283 5290.

Effective July 01, 2023, the Department of Home Affairs has implemented an increase in the visa application charges. The new charges shall apply to all visa application received by the Department starting on the mentioned date. The increase in the visa application charges will range from six percent...

14/07/2023

INCREASED TEMPORARY SKILLED MIGRATION INCOME THRESHOLD (TSMIT) FOR EMPLOYER SPONSORED VISAS

The Australian Government has made significant changes relating to Employer Sponsored visas. The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) has been increased from $53,900 to $70,000, beginning 1st of July 2023.

TSMIT is the required minimum annual salary payable to a sponsored employee in specific visa streams, which are:

● Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482)
● Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
● Skilled Employed Sponsored Regional (subclass 494)

The TSMIT plays a vital role in Australia's Immigration system as it helps to protect skilled workers and ensure that they are compensated fairly.

The increase will impact both employers who wish to nominate new skilled workers and current temporary skilled workers who are looking to apply for a permanent residency through an Employer Sponsored visa.

Although the extent of impact shall vary depending on industries, it is imperative for both employers and workers to be aware of changes and to ensure that they are complying with the mandates of the Department of Home Affairs.

If you are a current or a potential sponsor, and concerned or unsure about how the increased TSMIT could affect you and your existing employees or your plans to sponsor future employees, Verde Lawyers may assist you. Our experienced and friendly team will guide you through the entire process and help you achieve the best outcome possible.

Contact us today at Verde Lawyers at [email protected] or 02 9283 5290.

The Australian Government has made significant changes relating to Employer Sponsored visas. The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) has been increased from $53,900 to $70,000, beginning 1st of July 2023. TSMIT is the required minimum annual salary payable to a sponsored employee in...

24/11/2021

EASING OF AUSTRALIAN BORDER RESTRICTIONS

The Australian government has announced easing of the Australian border restrictions starting from 1 December 2021. From 1 December 2021, fully vaccinated travellers to Australia may enter Australia without needing to apply for a Travel Exemption.

In order to be eligible, you must hold an eligible visa and be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with a vaccination course that is recognised by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration.

You must also hold an eligible visa for Australia in order to be eligible to enter Australia without a Travel Exemption. Please note that details regarding eligible visas and vaccinations are subject to change.

If you do not have an eligible visa for Australia, Verde Lawyers may assist you in your visa application. Our experienced and friendly team will guide you through the entire process and help you achieve the beset outcome possible.

Contact us today at Verde Lawyers at [email protected] or 02 9283 5290.

The Australian government has announced easing of the Australian border restrictions starting from 1 December 2021. From 1 December 2021, fully vaccinated travellers to Australia may enter Australia without needing to apply for a Travel Exemption. In order to be eligible, you must hold an eligible v...

09/07/2021

York Immigration Services Australia and Davityan Lawyers are excited to announce that we have merged our expertise to establish the new firm Verde Lawyers.

Our Principal Solicitor Shahen Davityan and our team at Verde Lawyers are committed to providing you with the same standard of high-quality advice and work. We are located in the same office and we will continue to prioritise the needs of our clients to obtain the best possible outcome.

Verde Lawyers is excited to grow and continue to provide excellence in all our areas of practice. Our team would like to thank you for your continued support over the years.

If you have any questions about any legal or migration matters, please email our friendly team at [email protected] and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. You can find more information about Verde Lawyers at www.verdelawyers.com.

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