Skilled Immigrants Urged To Start Their Visa Application Now

From a press release made by the formidable agency of immigration to Australia, Migration Expert, skilled immigrants are being asked to start working now or rush their application. This is prior to the changes happened to the immigration process which took effect last January 1 of this year, 2010. Migration expert is encouraging all those who are aiming of an Australian job, skilled immigrants to be specific, to begin “now” their application because on the coming days, it will be a lot harder as compared before. Everyone will have to undergo a tighter immigration, that will definitely put so much weight on the shoulders of applicants.

Right before 2009 ends, the changes on Priority Processing and Tighter Entry Requirements were introduced. The hardest hit by these changes were the Australia skilled visa applicants. This is to put more emphasis on the skills of every aspirants entering the country.

Quoting the agency, “Traditionally, we've found that most of our clients want to start the migration process at the beginning of the New Year. There are several steps in the skilled migration process and it's important that the client understands exactly what needs to be done at each stage. There have been a lot of changes to the immigration legislation and processing priorities recently. We've been busy obtaining sponsorship and selecting the most appropriate occupation for our clients while lodging skills assessments and visa applications to make sure our clients continue to qualify before the introduction of these changes."

Major changes includes the increase in the minimum requirements for English Language ability, qualifications and relevant work experience. Aspiring migrants who nominate a trade occupation will be required to meet a new minimum IELTS score of 6.0 in each of the four test components. Others who nominate a professional occupation will be required to posses an Australian Bachelor's degree or qualifications equivalent to it, and at least one year of work experience in their field during the last five years.

This revision is to ensure a better outcome of the search for employment and appropriate qualifications from those who are granted with visa under the General Skilled Migration Program.

AS of now, visas being offered for applicants are as follows:

• Applicants sponsored under the Employer Nomination and Regional Sponsored Migration Schemes;
• Applicants sponsored by a State/Territory Government and who have an occupation on the Critical Skills List;
• Applicants sponsored by an Australian family member and who have an occupation on the Critical Skills List;
• Applicants not sponsored but who have an occupation on the Critical Skills List;
• Applicants sponsored by a State/Territory Government and do not have an occupation on the Critical Skills List;
• Applicants who have an occupation on the Migration Occupations in Demand List; and
• Applicants sponsored by an Australian family member and do not have an occupation on the Critical Skills

Investing in Australia: The Financial Service Sector

You may have chosen Australia as the best country to invest your money. But do you have enough resources to support your goal? You are right with the word “best” to describe Australia when it comes to investment. The country got strong and consistent economy, thanks to the business sector. This is mainly the reason why many investors are applying for business visa for Australia. They want to strike whilst the iron is hot. While Australia is blooming, they travel down south and experience growth.

But not all ventures got to experience what they are expecting. Some go straight to their downfall because of several reasons, usually mismanagement. Yet, if your immigration visa for Australia is mainly to start a business, there is nothing you should be scared of. Because Australia's financial sector is standing strong to rescue any potential businesses that are in need.

Th financial service sector of Australia serve as the centre of the Asia-Pacific Region. It is the country's fourth largest contributing sector. The finance and insurance sector is as big as the mining sector. What made Australia a notable capital markets activity in Asia is its highly developed financial markets. Their large and mature financial services sector has assets of more than A$4.3 trillion, which is equivalent to almost four times GDP.

Australia's financial sector:

•  Has one of the largest pools of funds under management in the world, now standing at around A$1.3 trillion (US$850 billion), with more than 70 per cent of this being superannuation (pension) funds.
•  Has the largest stock market by free-float market capitalisation in Asia (ex Japan), currently standing at around US$533 billion.
•  Has the fastest growing foreign exchange market in the Asia-Pacific and seventh largest market in terms of global turnover. The Australian dollar (A$) is the sixth most traded currency and the US$/A$ is the fourth most traded currency pair.
•  Is the second largest debt securities market in region (ex Japan) in terms of the issuance of both international and domestic debt securities. The country has more international debt securities outstanding than any other Asia-Pacific nation and ranks fourth in the region in terms of domestic debt securities.
•  Has the largest securitisation market in Asia-Pacific and the fourth largest value of issuance in securitisation assets globally behind the US, the UK and Spain.
•  Has the fourth largest insurance market in the Asia-Pacific and the 12th largest in the world in terms of premium income.
•  Is the largest merger and acquisition (M&A) market in the region and sixth most active globally, with a market share of 4.1 per cent of completed deals for 2007-08.
•  Has the largest hedge funds market in the region with total assets surging to over US$70 billion in 2007.
•  Has debt and equity markets that are amongst the most liquid and sophisticated in the world with new products emerging (exchange traded CFDs, Property Derivatives, Carbon Trading).

Romantic Get Away to Australia this February

Are you thinking of a romantic treat for your loved one? Well, it is February, you must also feel the atmosphere brought by this month. And the best way to do this? It is by a short immigration to Australia. Apply now for your travel visa and experience love flying up in the air from the country down south. I assure you, with just your travel visa to Australia, you'll have the most memorable getaway of your life.

February 14 is the most anticipated day by everyone, especially those who already have their own partners. It's happens just once a year, so why not make the most out of it? Australia is the best place for an intimate vacation. There are so many reasons, and if you want to make use of all of it, maybe you should settle for a travel visa to Australia that will let you explore the place year-long.

And where are the most romantic spots in the Land of Oz? Depending on your nature. But the highly recommended destination is Sydney. Are there still questions about the place. The very reason is obvious, the world class Sydney Harbor Bridge and the Sydney Opera House, not to mentions its feral city lights at night. The whole city is a complete package for every couple. During daytime, you can visit the cool and cozy restaurants around the city. They are all class and romantic, with matching live acoustic bands. You'll see a lot of them during the second month of the year. At night, you can just stay in your rented hotel (some of them are included in Yahoo's top list) and witness the bright lights of the Harbor Bridge and the Opera House. This is an experience you won't find anywhere else. Have private moments on some of the world's most elegant hotels.

If you and your partner prefer adventure, Australia is the exact place. Whether it is land, air or water, you will definitely both have a good time. You can visit the Great Barrier Reef along Queensland, Ayer's Rock in Northern Territory or just drive through the Australian outback. There are so many things you can do that will definitely take your love to another level, a thrilling level. Diving and snorkeling is the most famous activity in the Great Barrier Reef. You can get the closest that you can to the wonder of the sea. Ayer's Rock on the other hand is famous for backpackers. Usually, travelers come in group or couple.

Beach is also a great choice for this month of love. There are beaches in the Byron Bay, some are in Victoria or Melbourne. But whatever city you choose, you'll get same amount of convenience. White sands and blue and green seawater are not just their asset, the country is also proud of hotels residing near or inside the resorts. Beaches in Australia are admired by honeymooners from New Zealand and other countries. It is where you will have moments together in full privacy and special treatment.