Visa Updates: BIIP Closure, ART Changes, and State Allocations
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July 24, 2024

Latest Visa Updates: BIIP Closure, New ART, State Allocations, and More

Here are the new amendments made by the Australian Government. Continue reading to know the latest changes made.

Visa Processing Updates: (BIIP Sc 188 to shut)  

  • The BIIP (Business Innovation and Investment Program) is set to close for the new applications.   
  • All applications regarding the Business Investor, Innovation, Significant Investor, and Entrepreneur streams ought to be submitted prior to 31 July 2024.   
  • The current applications will continue to be initiated as per the existing rules.  
  • Some applications will still be accepted including those for extensions and family members of those who already hold a visa. This rule is in effect from 19 July 2024.   

Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) Commencement  

  • The new ART will replace the AAT (Administrative Appeals Tribunal) from 14 October 2024.  
  • The current cases before the AAT will transition to the ART without requiring new applications, ensuring smooth process.   

On-Hire Labour Agreements Salary  

  • The annual income for skilled overseas workers is to be 20% more than that of the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT).   

State Updates: 2024-25 Visa Nomination Allocations  

ACT:   

  • 7,800 slots allocated which include, 7,000 for Skilled Nominated Visa (Sc 790) and remaining 800 slots for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (Sc 497).   
  • Next invitation round to be held before 31 August 2024.  

Victoria:   

  • 5,000 slots allocated, giving 3,000 slots to Skilled Nominated Visa (Sc 790) and 2,000 for Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (Sc 497).   

ANZSCO Review Final Consultation  

  • The final consultation for the ANZSCO will proceed from 25th July to 6th September 2024.   
  • It is mainly for stakeholders to provide feedback and review the proposed changes before it finalizes in December 2024.   

RDA Stakeholder Survey  

  • The survey by the Department of Infrastructure, Regional Development, Transport, Communications, and the Arts will remain open until 24 July 2024, 4 pm (AEST).   

Scheduled Maintenance Notice  

VETASSESS:  

  • Maintenance will start on 20th July from 8 am to 2 pm (AEST).  

ImmiAccount:   

  • Payment gateway will remain unavailable on 21st July from 9 am to 5 pm (AEST).   
  • Members can still edit their applications but may face complications on payment and submissions.   

Stay tuned to these key migration program updates to ensure compliance and leverage better opportunities in the immigration landscape and other immigration news.   

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