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Why Migrate from the Philippines to Australia?

  1. Better Economic Opportunities: Australia is known for its strong economy and diverse job market. It is an opportunity to access better job prospects and higher wages, which can lead to an improved quality of life for themselves and their families.
  2. Higher Standard of Living: Australia offers a higher standard of living compared to many other countries, including the Philippines. The country provides access to better healthcare, education, infrastructure, and public services.
  3. Education and Healthcare: Australia has a well-regarded education system with numerous universities and colleges that attract international students. Additionally, the country offers a robust healthcare system, ensuring access to quality medical services.
  4. Safety and Security: Australia is known for its political stability and relatively low crime rates, which can be appealing to those seeking a safer environment for their families.
  5. Visa Programs: Australia offers various visa pathways for skilled workers, students, family members, and refugees, making it possible for people from different backgrounds to explore migration options.

This article will discuss the popular visas, the application process, and other criteria that you need to consider when migrating to Australia.

Popular Visas

  • Visitor visas

    • Visitor visas are mostly used by people visiting Australia for holidays, tourism and recreation, or to see family and friends. People may also use Visitor visas for certain short-term business activities that do not entail working in Australia.
    • Working Holiday Maker Program
    • The Working Holiday Maker Program allows young adults to have an extended holiday and engage in short-term work and study.

  • Student visa

The Student visa program enables international students to come to Australia to study full-time in a registered course.

Part-Time Work

    • The Australian student visa allows students to engage in part-time work while they pursue their studies, subject to certain limitations. During your academic term, you are entitled to work for 48 hours per fortnight (approximately 20 hours per week), and during school breaks, you have the liberty to work unlimited hours. This arrangement, combined with Australia’s minimum wage laws and the duration of academic breaks, presents an opportunity for students to earn a substantial income, significantly offsetting their cost of living.
    • An additional appealing aspect of the Australian student visa is the option it provides for post-graduation employment, contingent upon meeting specific criteria. It serves as a stepping stone for students aspiring to extend their stay in Australia through formal employment.

Post-study work

    • opportunities fall under two distinct schemes: the Graduate Work stream and the Post-Study Work stream. The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) facilitates temporary work for graduates after they complete their studies. The Graduate Work stream is designed for international students graduating in occupations that are in demand in the Australian labour market, as listed in the eligible skilled occupations catalogue. Typically, this visa is granted for 18 months. Conversely, the Post-Study Work stream offers more extended work options to eligible higher education graduates, with visa durations of two, three, or four years, based on their highest educational qualification.

Family Members

    • Furthermore, the student visa allows students to include their family members, such as spouses and children, in their application. These dependents can join the student in Australia and receive the same visa conditions. For example, if the student is enrolled in a Master’s program, the partner may even be granted full work rights for the visa’s duration. It’s important to note that dependents in this context refer to the family the student has started, encompassing spouses, de facto partners, and their own children, rather than other relatives like parents.

  • Skill stream visas

The Skill stream is designed for workers who have the skills, qualifications and entrepreneurship most needed in the Australian economy. There are seven components:

    1. ​Business Innovation and Investment
    2. Distinguished Talent
    3. Employer-Sponsored
    4. Global Talent (Independent)
    5. Regional
    6. Skilled Independent
    7. State/Territory Nominated.

  • Family and Child stream visas

    • The Family stream allows the permanent migration of close family members, of Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens. It focuses on partners and parents, but also provides the opportunity for additional family members, such as aged dependent relatives, carers, remaining relatives and orphan relatives, to join their family in Australia.
    • Child visas allow the permanent migration of children, of Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens. The Child visa comprises two categories, namely Child and Adoption visas.

  • Special Eligibility visas

    • Special Eligibility visas allow former residents and certain people who served in the Australian Defence Force to live in Australia as permanent residents.
    •  The Skilled Regional category closed to new applications from 1 July 2019.
    •  The Regional migration category commenced on 1 July 2019.
    •  Global Talent (Independent) category commenced on 4 November 2019.
    • ​ Data has been perturbed to protect the privacy of individuals.

  • Temporary migration

    • People can come to Australia for a temporary stay for a range of purposes, for example, visiting Australia for tourism or attending a conference, or for more specific purposes, such as medical treatment, study, skilled work, working holidays or other specialist activities. There are six main categories of temporary residents, which can cover stays of more than three months in Australia.
    • Note: Not all categories apply to migrants from each country.​

  • Temporary Resident (Skilled Employment) visa

  • Allows a business to sponsor a skilled overseas worker if they cannot find an appropriately skilled Australian citizen or permanent resident to fill a skilled position.

  • Other temporary visas

Other temporary visas include visas that allow people to undertake short-term, non-ongoing highly specialized work, enrich social and cultural development, strengthen international relations, or provide training opportunities of benefit to Australia.

Application Process

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    • Here are some steps you need to follow to migrate from the Philippines to Australia

  • Determine the visa category:

    • The first step is to identify the most suitable visa category for your migration. Australia offers various visa options, including skilled visas, family visas, student visas, and more. Each visa category has its specific requirements and eligibility criteria.
  • 1. Check eligibility:
    • Once you have chosen a visa category, check if you meet the eligibility requirements. These requirements may include age, English language proficiency, work experience, qualifications, health, character, and other factors. Each visa type has its own points-based system or assessment criteria.
  • 2. Skill assessment (if applicable):
    • If you are applying for a skilled migration visa, you may need to undergo a skill assessment by the relevant Australian assessing authority. This process verifies that your qualifications and work experience match the requirements of your nominated occupation.
  • 3. Gather Documents
    • A valid passport
    • Copy of minimum score in English language proficiency test
    • Document proving the required minimum age (according to the visa you are applying for)
    • The documents related to the work skills and academic qualifications
    • Work experience letters
    • Points for skill migration (if you are seeking to claim additional points)
    • Documents of nomination and sponsorship (if required by your visa stream)
    • A medical certificate, if required
  • 4. Expression of Interest (EOI):
    • For certain visas, such as skilled visas, you will need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Skill Select online system. Your EOI will include information about your skills, qualifications, and other relevant details. Based on the information provided, you will be assigned a points score.
  • 5. Invitation to apply:
    • If you meet the required points threshold and there is a demand for your skills in Australia, you may receive an invitation to apply for a visa. Invitations are typically issued periodically by the Australian government.
  • 6. Lodge the visa application:
    • After receiving an invitation, you can proceed to lodge your visa application online through the Department of Home Affairs website. Provide all the necessary documentation and pay the relevant visa application fees.
  • 7. Health and character requirements:
    • As part of the application process, you and any accompanying family members will need to undergo health examinations and obtain police clearance certificates to meet the character requirements.
  • 8. Visa decision:
    • Once your application is submitted and all the required documents are assessed, the Australian authorities will make a decision on your visa application. Processing times may vary depending on the visa category and the complexity of your case.
  • The process is complex, hence consider hiring an expert in the field. Get in touch with us to ensure that your application meets all the set requirements:

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