Comments on: Interested in learning more about the 457 program? http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/ The Department of Immigration and Citizenship Mon, 13 May 2013 23:31:47 +0000 hourly 1 By: Bill http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1203 Bill Fri, 29 Jun 2012 08:33:34 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1203 What about Tafe graduated students with Certificate III and diploma, still need 2 years experience? What about Tafe graduated students with Certificate III and diploma, still need 2 years experience?

]]> By: AC http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1183 AC Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:07:03 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1183 The 457 program is working effectively to meet Australian skill needs. There are currently over 90,000 skilled overseas workers on a 457 visa. In fact, this is the highest number ever since the program was introduced. It is a matter for individuals to decide whether migrating to Australia is suitable for them. However, the aim of the program is to meet Australia’s economic needs and we believe it is doing so effectively. The 457 program is working effectively to meet Australian skill needs. There are currently over 90,000 skilled overseas workers on a 457 visa. In fact, this is the highest number ever since the program was introduced.

It is a matter for individuals to decide whether migrating to Australia is suitable for them.

However, the aim of the program is to meet Australia’s economic needs and we believe it is doing so effectively.

]]> By: Bill http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1173 Bill Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:48:39 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1173 For the occupations in the Skill level 3, does the applicant have to prove that they have 2 years experience and Certificate III. Is the 2 years experience must be full-time work experience. Thanks For the occupations in the Skill level 3, does the applicant have to prove that they have 2 years experience and Certificate III. Is the 2 years experience must be full-time work experience. Thanks

]]> By: AC http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1166 AC Thu, 28 Jun 2012 04:54:51 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1166 Under Training Benchmark B, the business is required to show that the training provided to employees is related to the purpose of the business. The ‘business’ in this case can be a not-for-profit organisation. The training must relate to the purpose of the not-for-profit organisation. We can’t provide individual guidance on the blog, however when applying for a 457 sponsorship, the case officer allocated to assessing the application will go through the specifics for your organisation. They will assess what kind of training can be considered relevant for the business. Under Training Benchmark B, the business is required to show that the training provided to employees is related to the purpose of the business. The ‘business’ in this case can be a not-for-profit organisation. The training must relate to the purpose of the not-for-profit organisation.

We can’t provide individual guidance on the blog, however when applying for a 457 sponsorship, the case officer allocated to assessing the application will go through the specifics for your organisation. They will assess what kind of training can be considered relevant for the business.

]]> By: AC http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1165 AC Thu, 28 Jun 2012 04:53:20 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1165 Australia’s temporary skilled migration is designed to meet Australia’s economic needs. The 457 program has very fast processing times, guarantees equivalent wages for overseas workers and allows applicants a streamlined pathway to permanent residency. However, the reality of Australia’s temporary skilled migration program is that the visa holders do not have the same benefits, rights and responsibilities as those who have permanent residency or Australian citizenship. Australia’s temporary skilled migration is designed to meet Australia’s economic needs. The 457 program has very fast processing times, guarantees equivalent wages for overseas workers and allows applicants a streamlined pathway to permanent residency.

However, the reality of Australia’s temporary skilled migration program is that the visa holders do not have the same benefits, rights and responsibilities as those who have permanent residency or Australian citizenship.

]]> By: AC http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1163 AC Thu, 28 Jun 2012 04:52:54 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1163 The market salary rate is determined by the equivalent Australian employees’ wages. So, if the Australian’s wage is below the TSMIT, the position will not be eligible for the 457 program. For more detailed information, please see Booklet 9: www.immi.gov.au/allforms/booklets/books9.pdf. The market salary rate is determined by the equivalent Australian employees’ wages. So, if the Australian’s wage is below the TSMIT, the position will not be eligible for the 457 program. For more detailed information, please see Booklet 9: http://www.immi.gov.au/allforms/booklets/books9.pdf.

]]> By: Stephen Keane http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1145 Stephen Keane Thu, 28 Jun 2012 02:06:53 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1145 Basically, From the 1st July, there is no point in getting the 457 visa. There is absolutely no incentrive! My advice would be to negotiate with your employer for a PR visa. At least that way you will have the same rights as a OZ citizen. Basically, From the 1st July, there is no point in getting the 457 visa. There is absolutely no incentrive!

My advice would be to negotiate with your employer for a PR visa. At least that way you will have the same rights as a OZ citizen.

]]> By: Colin W http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1144 Colin W Thu, 28 Jun 2012 01:58:57 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1144 How can you expect skilled individuals to come to Aus on a 457 visa, when the financial reality is that as a 457 holder you are liable to the same income tax as a PR or Citizen, but are denied the same basic benefits (discriminated against), such as the child care allowance, full medicare rights, having to pay for your children to attend state school, more costly health insurance. All this on top of the fact that cost of living is high and you even struggle to get access to a full range of bank services as you are temporary ! Please Explain..... How can you expect skilled individuals to come to Aus on a 457 visa, when the financial reality is that as a 457 holder you are liable to the same income tax as a PR or Citizen, but are denied the same basic benefits (discriminated against), such as the child care allowance, full medicare rights, having to pay for your children to attend state school, more costly health insurance. All this on top of the fact that cost of living is high and you even struggle to get access to a full range of bank services as you are temporary ! Please Explain…..

]]> By: John http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1142 John Thu, 28 Jun 2012 01:55:22 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1142 I have been on a 457 visa for one year, and 11 months on a labour agreement. I have been advised the following: Before 1/7/2012, people sponsored for a 457 under a labour agreement are able to apply for an ENS or RSMS visa in the same way as any other 457 visa holder. However, under the new system, such applicants will not be able to apply under the concessional Temporary Residence Transition stream like other 457 holders. Since my two years on the 457 does not occur until the beginning of August I am very concerned Can you possibly tell me whether this change will happen? thanks I have been on a 457 visa for one year, and 11 months on a labour agreement. I have been advised the following:

Before 1/7/2012, people sponsored for a 457 under a labour agreement are able to apply for an ENS or RSMS visa in the same way as any other 457 visa holder.

However, under the new system, such applicants will not be able to apply under the concessional Temporary Residence Transition stream like other 457 holders.

Since my two years on the 457 does not occur until the beginning of August I am very concerned

Can you possibly tell me whether this change will happen?

thanks

]]> By: nucky http://migrationblog.immi.gov.au/2012/06/25/interested-in-learning-more-about-the-457-program/#comment-1130 nucky Wed, 27 Jun 2012 13:05:56 +0000 http://skilledmigration.govspace.gov.au/?p=1457#comment-1130 On company's side in order for them to nominate an employee they must be providing equivalent terms and conditions of employment with their current employees. Does it mean that if you have an existing cook and you wanted to sponsor another cook they must be receiving the same minimum amount of pay which is $49,330 today? So that an existing salary of a minimum cook cannot be lower as to what a nominee will receive, i.e. $49,330? Thanks. On company’s side in order for them to nominate an employee they must be providing equivalent terms and conditions of employment with their current employees.

Does it mean that if you have an existing cook and you wanted to sponsor another cook they must be receiving the same minimum amount of pay which is $49,330 today?

So that an existing salary of a minimum cook cannot be lower as to what a nominee will receive, i.e. $49,330?

Thanks.

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