Thames Migration - Australia Visa Specialists

Thames Migration - Australia Visa Specialists Australian Registered Migration Agents & UK OISC Accredited Visa Specialists in both UK & Australia. The company is situated in Chiswick (London). With t

Established in 1980's, Thames Migration - Australia Visa Specialists has 30 years of experience in the Visa services sector, and provides visa and emigration advice and assistance to clients throughout the world. Thames Migration is dedicated entirely to helping families obtain the correct visa for Australia, whether for work, residency, business, study or tourism. For many years, Thames Migration

have worked closely with thousands of migrants and over 1000 Australian employers, helping guide immigration journeys. Thames Migration offer a comprehensive and affordable range of immigration solutions designed to meet the needs of each individual migrant family. Starting with free online eligibility evaluation tool. Helping clients to navigate through the Australian Immigration maze in a timely manner, the company provides both individuals, families and businesses with a professional visa and migration service. With an experienced team of Australian Registered Migration Agents, namely Hannibal Khoury and expert staff, the service is designed to ensure your smooth journey to Australia or United Kingdom. Hannibal is a qualified Australian Registered Migration Agent and has had an extensive career spanning some 5 years with both Commonwealth and State Government departments including the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) in Adelaide, Australia. Thames Migration undertakes all aspects of migration services for Australia and United Kingdom. With an experienced team of Australian Registered Migration Agents, namely Hannibal Khoury MARN 0426562) and the Thames Team of expert staff, the service is designed to ensure your smooth journey to Australia or United Kingdom. Thames Migration undertakes all aspects of migration services for Australia with offices in both Australia and the United Kingdom fully qualified registered migration agents, Thames Migration - Australia Visa Specialists has a professional team, ready to assist with your journey to becoming new migrants. The company offers:

- Free online eligibility evaluation tool
- Full written assessment,
project plan and one-to-one consultation
- Australian employment summary and job recommendations
- Visa applications
- Visa checking and presentation service
- Immigration appeals and challenges
- Full immigration management and settlement package
- Employment, immigration management and settlement package reliable friendly and tailored services to fit your needs, including applying for permanent residency with a skilled migrant visa, partner visa, parent visa or family visa. Temporary visas such as the company sponsored visa, working holiday visa or tourist visa are also available.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Dublin, Ireland โ€“ Face-to-Face Australian Visa ConsultationsPlanning your move to Australia?We're pleased to be offer...
07/08/2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Dublin, Ireland โ€“ Face-to-Face Australian Visa Consultations

Planning your move to Australia?

We're pleased to be offering exclusive face-to-face consultations in Dublin from 12โ€“14 August.

Whether you're exploring:
โ€ข Skilled Migration
โ€ข Employer Sponsorship
โ€ข Partner & Family Visas
โ€ข Business & Investor Pathways
โ€ข Australian Citizenship

Receive tailored advice from an experienced Registered Australian Migration Agent (MARN 0426562) to help you understand your options and map out the best pathway.

๐Ÿ“ Hilton Dublin
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 12โ€“14 August
๐Ÿ“… By appointment only

Book your consultation today:
๐ŸŒ www.thamesmigration.com
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

Your Australian journey starts with the right advice.

Australia's new skilled visa processing direction reflects current workforce pressures and broader government priorities...
02/08/2026

Australia's new skilled visa processing direction reflects current workforce pressures and broader government priorities across defence, housing, healthcare and education.

What is particularly notable, however, is that processing priority is determined not only by occupation, but also by where the applicant is located.

The new Direction establishes five priority groups:

1๏ธโƒฃ Law enforcement and defence occupations โ€“ onshore
2๏ธโƒฃ Law enforcement and defence occupations โ€“ offshore
3๏ธโƒฃ Construction, healthcare and teaching occupations โ€“ onshore
4๏ธโƒฃ All other skilled visa applicants โ€“ onshore
5๏ธโƒฃ All other skilled visa applicants โ€“ offshore

The policy rationale is understandable. Australia needs skilled workers in critical sectors linked to national security, housing delivery, healthcare and education. The Direction also places greater weight on applicants already in Australia, on the basis that this provides a practical way to address immediate workforce shortages.

While this approach appears logical, the key issue is that processing priority is no longer driven solely by labour market need or occupationโ€”it is also determined by the applicant's location.

In practical terms, an offshore Registered Nurse nominated for an aged care role in regional Queensland may receive a lower processing priority than an onshore applicant in a non-priority occupation, such as a Marketing Specialist or ICT Account Manager.

๐Ÿ“Œ Location now plays a significant role in processing priority, and this may have important implications for offshore applicants planning their migration strategy.






Disclaimer: This information is general in nature and does not constitute legal or migration advice. Processing priorities and visa outcomes may change, and applicants should seek professional advice tailored to their individual circumstances.

From 1 July 2026, the Australian Government has increased visa application charges across a range of visa categories, in...
01/07/2026

From 1 July 2026, the Australian Government has increased visa application charges across a range of visa categories, including:

โœ”๏ธ Partner Visas
โœ”๏ธ Skilled Independent (189) Visas
โœ”๏ธ Skilled Nominated (190) Visas
โœ”๏ธ Skilled Work Regional (491) Visas
โœ”๏ธ Employer Sponsored (482 & 186) Visas
โœ”๏ธ Student and Graduate Visas

For many applicants and families, these increases represent a significant additional cost. Ensuring your application is correctly prepared from the outset has never been more important.

With over 20 years of Australian immigration experience, Thames Migration assists individuals, families and employers to navigate the visa process with confidence. A well-prepared application can help minimise delays, requests for further information, and potentially costly mistakes.

๐Ÿ“ Australia & United Kingdom
๐ŸŒ www.thamesmigration.comโ ๏ฟฝ
โ˜Ž Australia: 1300 799 877
โ˜Ž UK: +44 (0) 208 996 0120

Planning your Australian migration journey? Speak with a Registered Migration Agent before lodging your application.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this post is general information only and does not constitute migration advice. Eligibility and visa outcomes depend on individual circumstances.
Professional advice should be obtained before making any migration decisions.

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27/06/2026

Partner Feature - Multiply Wealth Management.

Multiply Wealth Management offers all areas of financial planning, including self managed superannuation, investment planning and wealth protection advice.

As the founder of Multiply Wealth Management, Samuel Romeo has over 15 yearsโ€™ experience in providing exceptional financial advice to his clients, putting their needs first at all times. He has extensive experience in Samuel is a CFPยฎ accredited adviser, an internationally recognised certification and the highest a financial adviser can achieve. He also holds a Bachelor of Economics and a Diploma in Financial Planning.

He believes in the importance of building strong long-term relationships and working closely with his clients to help them achieve a more prosperous future.

Samuelโ€™s primary objective is for his clients to achieve the financial freedom they desire.

To learn more aboutย Multiply Wealth Management visit;

https://www.multiplywm.com.au

Email: [email protected]

181A Glenferrie Road
Malvern VIC 3144
Phone: 1300 238 819

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Public Holiday Notice โ€“ Monday 8 JunePlease be advised that our Australian offices will be closed on Monday 8 June du...
04/06/2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Public Holiday Notice โ€“ Monday 8 June

Please be advised that our Australian offices will be closed on Monday 8 June due to the public holiday.
Our team will return and respond to all enquiries from Tuesday 9 June.

For urgent matters, please email us and we will respond as soon as possible upon our return.

Thank you for your understanding and we wish everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend.

Thames Migration
Your Passport to Australia
๐Ÿ“ž Australia: 1300 799 877
๐Ÿ“ž UK: 0208 996 0120
๐ŸŒ www.thamesmigration.com

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ SUBCLASS 189 INVITATION ROUND โ€“ 4 JUNE 2026 ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บThe next Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa invitation round is sche...
02/06/2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ SUBCLASS 189 INVITATION ROUND โ€“ 4 JUNE 2026 ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

The next Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa invitation round is scheduled for Thursday, 4 June 2026.
For many skilled professionals seeking permanent residency in Australia, a well-prepared Expression of Interest (EOI) can make all the difference when invitations are issued.

Before the invitation round, it is important to ensure:

โœ… Skills assessment is current and valid
โœ… English language results are up to date
โœ… Employment history is accurately claimed
โœ… Points score is correctly calculated
โœ… EOI information is complete and supported by evidence

With invitation thresholds varying between occupations and rounds, preparation remains key.

If you would like your eligibility assessed or your EOI reviewed before the next invitation round, contact Thames Migration today.

๐Ÿ“ž Australia: 1300 799 877
๐Ÿ“ž UK: 0208 996 0120
๐ŸŒ www.thamesmigration.com

Disclaimer: This post contains general information only and does not constitute migration advice. Eligibility and invitation outcomes depend on individual circumstances and current Departmental requirements.

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Why Experience Matters in MigrationAustralian migration laws and policies can change quicklyโ€”and sometimes those changes...
02/06/2026

Why Experience Matters in Migration

Australian migration laws and policies can change quicklyโ€”and sometimes those changes can have significant consequences for visa applicants.

A notable example occurred in 2010, when the Government introduced visa capping measures affecting thousands of skilled migration applications. Many applicants who had already lodged valid applications found their applications effectively ceased, receiving a refund of their government fees but losing their place in the migration process altogether.

This is where experience becomes invaluable.

At Thames Migration, we have navigated major migration reforms, policy shifts, occupation list changes, invitation rounds, visa closures, and legislative amendments over many years. Experience provides a broader understanding of how migration programs evolve and, importantly, how risks can be identified and mitigated before they become a problem.

An experienced migration professional can help by:

โœ” Identifying risks before they impact your application
โœ” Considering alternative pathways should policy settings change
โœ” Understanding historical migration trends and government priorities
โœ” Advising on timing and strategy to reduce exposure to future changes
โœ” Developing contingency plans where appropriate

Migration is not always about what the law says today. It is often about understanding where the program may be heading tomorrow and preparing accordingly.
The migration journey can be one of the biggest decisions of your life. Having experienced guidance can make all the difference when navigating an ever-changing migration landscape.

Thames Migration
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Australia: 1300 799 877
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง UK: 0208 996 0120
๐ŸŒ Your Passport to Australia

Disclaimer: This post contains general information only and should not be relied upon as migration advice. Australian migration laws and policies are subject to change. Individual circumstances vary and professional advice should be sought before taking action.

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Regional Migration Pathways: Subclass 491 & Subclass 494 ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บLooking to live and work in regional Australia? The Subcla...
30/05/2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Regional Migration Pathways: Subclass 491 & Subclass 494 ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

Looking to live and work in regional Australia? The Subclass 491 and Subclass 494 visas can provide a pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 191 visa.

๐Ÿ”น Subclass 491 โ€“ Skilled Work Regional Visa
โœ” Points-tested visa
โœ” State or Territory nomination, or eligible family sponsorship
โœ” 5-year provisional visa
โœ” Live, work and study in regional Australia

๐Ÿ”น Subclass 494 โ€“ Employer Sponsored Regional Visa
โœ” Employer-sponsored pathway
โœ” Regional Australian employment opportunity
โœ” 5-year provisional visa
โœ” Pathway to permanent residency

โญ Both visas may lead to permanent residency through the Subclass 191 visa after meeting eligibility requirements, including regional residence and taxable income requirements.

๐Ÿ“ž Australia: 1300 799 877
๐Ÿ“ž UK: 0208 996 0120

๐ŸŒ www.thamesmigration.comโ 



Disclaimer: This post contains general information only and does not constitute migration advice. Eligibility requirements apply and visa criteria can change without notice. Individual circumstances vary. Professional advice should be sought before making any migration decision. Thames Migration is a registered migration practice.

๐ŸŽ‰ Another Australian Visa Success Story! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บThere is nothing more rewarding than helping our clients turn their Australia...
30/05/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Another Australian Visa Success Story! ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

There is nothing more rewarding than helping our clients turn their Australian migration goals into reality.
From initial consultation through to visa grant, we are committed to providing clear advice, strategic guidance, and support every step of the way.

Thank you to all of our clients for placing your trust in Thames Migration. We are proud to be part of your journey to Australia.

Thinking about making the move?
๐Ÿ“ฉ [email protected]
๐ŸŒ www.thamesmigration.com

๐ŸŒ Your Passport to Australia

๐Ÿ“ข Migration Update โ€“ Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)The Australian Government has announced a significant increa...
26/05/2026

๐Ÿ“ข Migration Update โ€“ Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

The Australian Government has announced a significant increase in places for the Skilled Independent 189 visa program for the 2026โ€“2027 financial year.

โœ”๏ธ Places increased by 29.6%
โœ”๏ธ Allocation increased from 16,900 to 21,900 places

This may present increased opportunities for skilled applicants seeking permanent residency in Australia through the General Skilled Migration program.

With Australia continuing to prioritise skilled migration, now may be the ideal time to review your eligibility and migration strategy.

๐Ÿ“ฉ Enquiries: [email protected]
๐ŸŒ [Thames Migration
www.thamesmigration.com
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Australia: 1300 799 877
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง UK: +44 (0) 208 996 0120

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Disclaimer: The information contained in this post is general information only and does not constitute migration advice. Eligibility and outcomes vary depending on individual circumstances. Formal advice should be obtained before taking action.

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