Settlement Guide: changes to temporary work visas mean faster processing

Applying for a temporary work visa to Australia will be cheaper and quicker from mid-November. The Department of Immigration and Border Protection is promising an easier visa application process for individuals and their sponsors. The changes from November 19 affect specialised professionals, domestic and religious workers amongst others wanting to enter Australia for short-term work. Ivan and Selina find out more.

families queueing airport Source: AAP

There will be a transitional period for sponsorship, nomination and visa applications lodged from 19 November 2016 to 18 May 2017.

For more information, visit the Department of Immigration and Border Protection website at: http://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Work/temporary-activity-visa-changes