VisaConnex - Australia

VisaConnex - Australia Offices in Australia (Sydney & Gosford), Nepal & Philippines. Registered Migration Agent, Mr. Deepak Kami (MARN: 2418563).

VisaConnex Education & Migration Experts (MARN 2418563)
We provide trusted advice and personalised assistance to students, skilled professionals, and families. VisaConnex is a specialised migration agency, committed to assisting individuals and businesses with visa and immigration processes. We partner with education providers and offer expert guidance to International Students for Admission and

Visa, ensuring streamlined and efficient solutions for our clients. With a strong focus on personalised service, VisaConnex simplifies the complexities of immigration, helping individuals achieve their goals in education, employment, and residency in Australia. No matter where you are or which destination you are looking to study or move to, our friendly expert consultants are only a contact or call away to answer all your questions.

26/08/2026

🏪 CAN A RETAIL MANAGER GET EMPLOYER SPONSORSHIP IN AUSTRALIA? 🇦🇺

Managing a Bakery, Small Shop, Convenience store or Kiosk? Your role could potentially qualify for employer sponsorship — but your actual duties matter more than your job title.

Retail Manager (General) is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), which can make it relevant to the Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) visa.

✅ A stronger managerial role may include:
• Managing and rostering staff
• Budgeting and financial responsibilities
• Stock control and purchasing
• Monitoring sales performance
• Workplace compliance
• Overall responsibility for store operations

⚠️ The key question is: Are you genuinely managing the business, or mainly supervising a shift?

If most of your work involves serving customers, operating the register, handling food or completing routine tasks, the position may be viewed more like an assistant manager, team leader or shift supervisor rather than a genuine Retail Manager role.

📌 Remember: The business structure, your level of responsibility and your day-to-day duties all matter when assessing the position.

If this sounds like your role and your employer is willing to sponsor you, contact VisaConnex to discuss your circumstances.
📱 0490 449 493
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visaconnex.com

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

24/08/2026

🇦🇺 NT SKILLED MIGRATION NOW OPEN FOR 2026–27!

Great news for skilled migrants looking to make the Northern Territory their home! 🎉

The NT Skilled Migration Nomination Program for 2026–27 is now open, with 1,850 nomination places allocated:

🔴 Subclass 190: 850 places
🔴 Subclass 491: 1,000 places

📌 Key updates to know:
✅ Full-time employment: 35 hours per week
✅ Multiple part-time jobs may count
⚠️ Interstate remote work is generally not accepted
🎓 Subclass 190 graduate job-search pathway: 12 months
🆕 New exceptional circumstances provisions
👨‍👩‍👧 New relationship evidence requirements for the family stream
🌏 Offshore Priority Occupation Stream is closed

Eligibility requirements vary depending on your nomination stream, so make sure you understand the criteria and prepare the correct supporting evidence before applying.

📞 Need help understanding your NT nomination options?
Contact VisaConnex Education & Migration for professional migration assistance.
📱 0490 449 493
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visaconnex.com

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

20/08/2026

🇦🇺 Great news for applicants waiting for Tasmania State Nomination! 🇦🇺

Tasmania Skilled Migration 2026–27 Update!

Migration Tasmania has officially opened for the 2026–27 program year, with the latest ROI invitation round held on 20 August 2026.

📌 Subclass 190

✅ 67 invitations issued
🏆 65 Gold + 2 Green invitations
📊 Lowest score invited: 580 points
📂 539 ROIs currently on hand
🎯 1,084 nomination places available

📌 Subclass 491

✅ 26 invitations issued
🏆 3 Gold + 23 further invitations
📊 Lowest score invited: 97 points
📂 810 ROIs currently on hand
🎯 754 nomination places available

Migration Tasmania has also indicated that the high number of Gold Pass ROIs for Subclass 190 is expected to decrease significantly over the coming weeks, potentially allowing a larger number of invitations to be issued.

Contact us today
📱 0490 449 493
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visaconnex.com

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

💰 EMPLOYERS: HAVE YOU CHECKED THE NEW SKILLED VISA INCOME THRESHOLDS? 🇦🇺From 1 July 2026, Australia’s skilled visa incom...
13/08/2026

💰 EMPLOYERS: HAVE YOU CHECKED THE NEW SKILLED VISA INCOME THRESHOLDS? 🇦🇺

From 1 July 2026, Australia’s skilled visa income thresholds increased as part of the annual indexation of salary requirements for employer-sponsored skilled visas.

📌 New Income Thresholds:

🔴 Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT): AUD $79,423 per year

Applicable to relevant employer-sponsored pathways, including the Core Skills stream of the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) visa.

🔴 Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT): AUD $146,576 per year

Applicable to eligible higher-paid occupations under the Specialist Skills stream of the Subclass 482 SID visa.

⚠️ Remember: Meeting the minimum income threshold alone may not be enough.

For relevant nominations, the proposed salary must also satisfy the applicable Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) requirements. This helps ensure that sponsored overseas workers receive employment conditions comparable to Australian workers performing equivalent work.

For example, if the applicable income threshold is $79,423, but the market salary for the position is $90,000, offering only $79,423 may not satisfy the salary requirements.

📈 Why have the thresholds changed?
Skilled visa income thresholds are subject to annual indexation to reflect changes in Australian wages.

👉 Planning to sponsor a skilled worker?
Before lodging a sponsorship or nomination application, employers should carefully review:

✅ The Nominated Occupation
✅ Applicable Visa & Stream
✅ Current Income Threshold
✅ Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR)
✅ Employment Terms & Conditions
✅ Other Sponsorship & Nomination Requirements

Getting the salary requirements right from the beginning can help avoid unnecessary complications with your employer-sponsored visa application.

Need help assessing your Standard Business Sponsorship – Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) Visa or Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa?

Contact us today
📱 0490 449 493
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visaconnex.com

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

10/08/2026

🇦🇺ACT NOMINATION CRITERIA – 190 & 491 SKILLED MIGRATION
Are you considering ACT nomination through the Canberra Matrix?

Understanding the nomination criteria is essential before submitting your Matrix. Being eligible does not automatically mean you will receive an invitation — ACT nomination is competitive, and your circumstances and Matrix ranking matter.

🏢 ACT BUSINESS OWNERS – IMPORTANT!
If you are applying under the ACT business owner pathway, you must own at least 51% of a genuine and actively operating Canberra business.

👨‍💼 Self-Employment: Self-employment can be considered, but specific income, business activity and evidence requirements apply. Make sure your ABN activity and supporting records meet the relevant criteria before claiming eligibility or Matrix points.

📍 ACT Residence: You must have lived in Canberra for atleast 3 months for 491 and atleast 6 months for 190 before submitting your Canberra Matrix. Certain nearby NSW areas within the permitted commuting distance, including Queanbeyan, Jerrabomberra and Googong, may also qualify under the residence requirement.

💼 ACT Employment: You must generally have worked in Canberra for 491; 13 weeks- 15 hours a week, for 190; 26 weeks-30 hours a week, and the current criteria contain specific requirements around hours worked, genuine employment, salary/income and supporting evidence.

🗣️ English: English proficiency can affect both your eligibility and your Canberra Matrix score. Partner circumstances may also influence the points you can claim.

📊 And here's the part many applicants overlook — the Canberra Matrix is competitive.

Meeting the minimum ACT nomination criteria does not guarantee an invitation. Your Matrix is ranked against other eligible applicants, and invitations are generally issued to the highest-ranked candidates according to the ACT selection process and available nomination places.

Your Matrix can award points for factors including ACT residence, skilled employment, English, qualifications, ACT study, business activity, investment and close family ties. Every point you claim must be supported by appropriate evidence.

🌏 Applying from overseas? Different requirements apply. Currently, overseas applicants generally need their nominated occupation on the ACT occupation list and at least 3 years of relevant work experience for Subclass 190, or at least 1 year for Subclass 491, along with the other applicable requirements.

Need help assessing your ACT 190/491 nomination pathway and Canberra Matrix?

📱 0490 449 493
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visaconnex.com

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

07/08/2026

📢 Tasmania Skilled Migration 2026–27: ROI & Invitation Rounds Update 🇦🇺

Important update for applicants interested in Tasmania’s Skilled Migration Program!

📅 Registrations of Interest (ROIs) open: 17 August 2026
📩 Weekly invitation rounds commence: 20 August 2026

The 2026–27 Tasmania Skilled Migration Program also introduces updated selection priorities and ranking criteria, making it important for prospective applicants to understand the requirements and prepare their ROI carefully.

If Tasmania nomination is part of your migration plan, this is the time to review your eligibility and get ready for the program opening.

Need personalised migration advice?

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

🎉 Another Australian Visa Success! 🇦🇺We are pleased to inform you of the successful grant of Subclass 482 Skills in Dema...
06/08/2026

🎉 Another Australian Visa Success! 🇦🇺

We are pleased to inform you of the successful grant of Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) Visa for our clients.

Every visa grant is more than just an approval—it's a new opportunity, a brighter future, and the beginning of an exciting journey in Australia.

VisaConnex is committed to providing expert migration advice and personalised support throughout every step of the visa process.

If you're planning to:
✅ Apply for a 482 Skills in Demand (SID) Visa
✅ Explore employer-sponsored migration pathways
✅ Apply for Permanent Residency
✅ Receive expert migration advice

Our services:
✅Student Visa
✅ Partner & Family Visa
✅ Permanent Visa 190/189/491
✅ Work and Holiday Visa 462
✅ Skills Assessment
✅Work Visa 482/186
✅ Training Visa 407

Our experienced team is here to help.
📩 Contact us for a professional assessment of your circumstances and to explore suitable Australian Migration options.
📱 0490 449 493
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visaconnex.com

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

30/07/2026

🇦🇺 IMPORTANT UPDATE: Ministerial Direction 119 is Now in Effect

The Australian Government has introduced Ministerial Direction No. 119, which changes the processing priority for many skilled visa applications and employer nominations. This direction came into effect on 24 July 2026, replacing the previous Ministerial Direction 105.

What does this mean?

✅ Applicants already in Australia (onshore) are now generally prioritised ahead of offshore applicants.

✅ Construction, Healthcare, and Teaching occupations continue to receive higher processing priority where applicable.

✅ Applications related to Australian law enforcement and defence interests receive the highest processing priority.

⚠️ Important: Ministerial Direction 119 does not change visa eligibility or guarantee approval. It changes the order in which eligible applications are allocated and processed, which may affect waiting times for many applicants.

If you're planning to apply for a skilled visa or already have an application lodged, understanding how this new processing direction may affect your case is essential.

📞 Need personalised migration advice?
Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

29/07/2026

🇦🇺 Is Your Occupation Not on the Standard Skilled Occupation List? DAMA May Offer Another Option

A Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) can provide access to additional occupations that may not be available through Australia’s standard skilled migration programs.

Depending on the relevant DAMA region, you may benefit from:

✅ Access to a broader Occupation List
✅ Employer-Sponsored visa opportunities
✅ Possible concessions relating to Age, English, Salary or Experience
✅ A potential pathway to Permanent Residency for Eligible Applicants

Australia currently has 13 DAMAs, covering Designated Regions across several states and territories.
Each DAMA has different occupations, requirements and concessions, so it is important to assess the specific agreement that applies to the employer’s location.

⚠️ Important: DAMA is not a visa, and individuals cannot apply directly. Your occupation must be included in the relevant regional DAMA list, and you will generally need an eligible job offer from an approved employer in that designated region.

Your Occupation, Qualifications, Work Experience, Age, English Ability and the Employer’s Location can all affect whether a DAMA pathway may be available.

📩 Contact us for a professional assessment of your circumstances and to explore suitable Australian Migration options.
📱 0490 449 493
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.visaconnex.com

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 2418563

General information only and not personalised migration advice. Eligibility requirements may change, and no visa or permanent residency outcome is guaranteed.

27/07/2026

🇦🇺 Tasmania Skilled Migration Program 2026–27 Update

Tasmania has received 2,050 skilled migration nomination places for the 2026–27 program year:

✅ Subclass 190: 1,250 places
✅ Subclass 491: 800 places

The Tasmanian Skilled Migration State Nomination Program is expected to reopen for new Registrations of Interest (ROIs) in the coming weeks. Full opening details and updated program requirements will be announced soon.

Applicants with nomination applications already lodged will continue to be assessed under the requirements that applied when their applications were submitted. Candidates should review the new 2026–27 guidelines carefully once the program reopens.

📩 Start preparing your documents and ensure your SkillSelect EOI and supporting information are accurate and up to date.

📩 Book a consultation: https://meetings.hubspot.com/deepak-kami
Mr. Deepak Kami
Registered Migration Agent
MARN 2418563

General information only and not personalised migration advice. State nomination is competitive and does not guarantee an invitation, nomination or visa outcome.

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