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Dual Citizenship And Real Estate Ownership – How Property Rights Differ Across Borders

Dual citizenship means that you are a legal citizen in two countries, which allows you to own property in both. This is a great advantage, as it opens up possibilities for different markets and legal protections. But owning property across borders is not without its challenges, including the myriad differences in understanding diverse laws, taxes,…

Passport and Visa Requirements in Spain

Passport and visa requirements are subject to change, particularly for Britons as the Brexit process unfolds. Use the following information only as general guidelines. The embassy or consulate or a specialist immigration company are the best sources for current, detailed requirements. Allow plenty of lead-time to obtain detailed information and prepare the requisite credentials. Passport…

How The New WA DAMA Designated Area Migration Agreement Will Boost Workers For Industries With Critical Demand

The WA Government has launched a state-wide Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), providing WA regional and metropolitan employers greater flexibility to engage migrant workers for occupations not usually available through standard skilled migration programs. Written by Sheila Woods (MARN: 0533879) of Interstaff 27 August 2024 The new WA DAMA may particularly benefit employers finding it difficult to fill jobs…

Skills In Demand Visa Transition | Australia’s Promise To Get The Right Skills In The Right Places

Following comprehensive ‘once-in-a-generation’ migration reviews undertaken in 2022 and 2023, the Government promised to ‘get the right skills in the right places’ and ensure Australia meets its skills needs in coming decades. In the past 2 years, employers have seen the emergence of niche and industry-specific visa pathways, such as the Aged-Care Labour Agreement, and…

New Requirements Of The Professional Visit Pass Of Malaysia

Malaysia’s Professional Visit Pass (PVP) is designed for foreign nationals seeking to engage in short-term professional activities. It serves as a gateway for experts, volunteers, students, and other professionals who wish to contribute their skills and knowledge in Malaysia for a specific period. In this article, our friends at Pacific Prime CXA will explore this…

Working Holidays In Australia For The Under 31s

With increasing numbers of young people looking to spend time abroad as part of gap years after University or as a break after professional qualifications spending time in Australia is increasingly popular. Working Holiday visas are the option. If you are passing through for up to three months and do not intend to work in…

A Longer Period Between Employment For Sponsored Workers And Other Changes To Immigration In FY 2024/25

Australian Migration Agents, Interstaff, set out the changes to Australian Immigration rules for the 2024/25 financial year which commenced on 1st July 2024 as well as changes they are anticipating in the year. Written by Sheila Woods (MARN: 0533879) of Interstaff 15 August 2024 The start of the financial year marks the beginning of a new program year for Australian…

Federal Budget And Immigration 2024

The Australian Government’s Federal Budget indicates policy spend for 2024/25 will focus on actions to reduce Net Overseas Migration (particularly international student migration) and reforms to the migration system to implement its Migration Strategy. This includes strengthening core functions, such as immigration compliance monitoring, as well as new visa arrangements for South-East Asian and Indian applicants….

FY 2024-25 Australian Immigration Changes On The Horizon

Interstaff, Australian migrant agents, give an update on Australian immigration changes on the horizon for the new program year commencing on 1st July 2024. This includes changes which take effect on 1st July and anticipated changes to come. Written by Sheila Woods (MARN: 0533879) of Interstaff 18 July 2024 The start of the financial year marks the beginning of a new program year…

The British Passport Post-Brexit: A Myth-Busting Guide To Working Holidays And Adventures Abroad

According to the latest statistics, between 183,000 and 232,000 18-24-year-olds take gap years every year with many choosing to work abroad to help fund the thrills of international travel. However, in the wake of Brexit, navigating the complexities of working abroad has become a subject of much confusion for aspiring travellers. In the last three…