Free articles Immigration Australia

Articles Written By Atty. Imelda Argel
Published in The Philippine Community Herald Newspaper

General Issues

When do you need to take the English test? - July 2011

Are you over 49 years of age? - July 2011

Do You Pass the Health Test? - February 2011

Are You a Registered Migration Agent? - October 2010

When does the applicant need to meet the Passmark? - December 2009

Can you apply for another visa whilst in Australia? - October 2009

Do you need to consult a migration agent before lodging your visa application? - October 2008

Which Level of English Threshold is Required for Your Visa Application? - April 2008

Are you a child of a same sex partner? - September 2007

Do you need access to your documents lodged with DIAC? - August 2007

Are you employing an illegal immigrant? - June 2007

Can you apply for another visa in Australia after your visa application has been refused or cancelled? - May 2007

Are the proposed changes to the Australian Citizenship legislation to your disadvantage?.f- March 2007

Are you aware of the deadlines for submitting documents to Immigration?.f- September 2006

Do you need a resident return visa? - March 2006

Submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Migration in the Federal Parliament (Part 5) - December 2005

Submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Migration in the Federal Parliament (Part 4) - November 2005

Submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Migration in the Federal Parliament (Part 3) - October 2005

Submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Migration in the Federal Parliament (Part 2) - September 2005

Submission to the Joint Standing Committee on Migration in the Federal Parliament (Part 1) - August 2005

Do you understa nd the terms used in visa applications? - June 2005

What services can you expect from a registered Migration A gent? - March 2005

Are you a Long Term Overstaying Non Citizen? - Februray 2005

Is Your Visa Being Cancelled? - August 2004

10 Practical Tips For First Home Buyers - July 2004

Who May be Included in An Application for Permanent Residence? - February 2004

Have You Arrived on a False Passport to Australia? - January 2004

Common Legal Questions on Immigration. - September 1998

Who is entitled to a "Health Waiver" ? - October 2011

Skilled Migration

How long is the processing time under General Skilled Migration? - November 2010

Do you need to prove your English skills? - September 2010

Is your health profession covered by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency? - August 2010

Which “Schedule” in the Skilled Occupations List (SOL) applies to you? - July 2010

Are you an Engineer applying for Permanent Residence? - July 2010

Does the new Skilled Occupations List (SOL) affect your visa application? - May 2010

Are you a registered nurse applying for Permanent Residence? - May 2010

Are you a teacher applying for a GSM visa? - March 2010

Are you a tradesperson applying for a GSM visa? - February 2010

Are you affected by the new Skills Assessment Criteria of VETASSESS? - November 2009

Are you a computer professional interested in migration to Australia? - June 2009

Are you an overseas qualified accountant applying for skills assessment? - May 2009

Can DIAC reconsider its decision refusing an offshore skilled independent visa application? - April 2009

Is your Occupation on the Critical Skills List? - February 2009

Do you satisfy the recent work experiece requirement under the GSM? - Nov.2008

Are You a Filipino Registered Nurse? - September 2008

Do you need to enrol in a Philippine based Australian TAFE course? - May 2008

Does The New TRA Skills Assessment Policy Qualify You For Migration? - July 2008

Is your sponsor living in Victoria or another designated area? - June 2006

Changes to Skilled Migration from 1/9/07 - July 2007

Why Filipinos should consider studying nursing in Australia. - May 2006

Are you a skilled worker or tradesperson who is disadvantaged by the change in the TRA Uniform Assessment Criteria? - February 2008

Do you have a sponsor under General Skilled Migration? - February 2008

Is the visa applicant able to obtain a suitable skills assessment? - updated April 2008

How can Filipino Nurses Work in Australia? - November 2004

Does Your Occupation Qualify For Skilled Permanent Residence? - March 2004

Is your school listed in "The Phillipines Country Education Profile"? - July 2007

Prescribed lists of skills in demand for States and Territories-Nov 2008

Employer Sponsored Visa

Are you applying for Permanent Residency under the Employers Nomination Scheme? - August 2009

Do you require a State or Territory sponsorship? - January 2009

Do You Qualify for a Working Visa? - September 2008

Is An Application Under The Employer Nomination Scheme Your Alternative? - April 2005

Can Filipino Nurses Obtain Working Visa or Permanent Residence in Australia? - April 2003

Would you like to sponsor an employee on a working visa? - July 2007

Are You Looking For Work? - August 2004

Student Visa

Are you eligible for the new skilled graduate temporary visa? - August 2007

Does Your Student Visa Ensure Permanent Residence? - June 2004

Are You An Overseas Student Seeking Permanent Residence? - March 2008

Partner (spouse, de facto or interdependent) Visa

Are you in a de facto relationship? -May 2011

Were you first married in the Philippines? -September 2009

Are you in a spouse relationship but do not pass the character test? -April 2008

Are you a victim of family violence? -October 2007

Failure of Spouse Visa application on "character grounds"-July 2007

Can you sponsor more than two spouses in your lifetime.pdf - April 2007

Are You Applying for A Spouse Visa in Manila? - March 2002

Are you Required to Lodge a Discretionary Assurance of Support? - May 2005

Visitor Visa

Do You Have a Condition "8503" On Your Visitor Visa? - May 2004

Can you have your visa condition 8503 (no further stay) removed? - February 2008

Do You Have Friends And Relatives Who Want to Visit Australia? - September 2001

Parent Visa

Do you meet the balance of family test for a parent visa? - January 2011

Can Your Parents Obtain Permanent Residence in Australia? - June 2003

Carer Visa

Are Your Children Entitled to Government Subsidized Education Fees? - March 2009

Do you qualify for a carer visa? - June 2008

Do You Need a Relative to Take Care of You or Any Member of Your Family Unit? - January 2004

Occupational Trainee Visa

May an overseas registered nurse apply for an Occupational Trainee visa? - December 2010

Do You Qualify for an Occupational Trainee Visa? - December 2006-January 2007

Other Visa

Do You Want to Sponsor Your Dependent Child for Permanent Residency? - April 2010

Are you a genuine visitor to Australia? - April 2010

Is Your Remaining Relative Eligible For Permanent Residence? - September 2004