With the existing government in “caretaker” mode as a result of the recent federal election and the uncertainty surrounding the election outcome, it is likely that there will be delays in the approval and subsequent implementation of the new State Migration Plans until at least some time in September. It is more likely to be in the second half of the month rather than earlier. This will no doubt increase the spike in applications once the SMP’s are released.
We would again encourage anyone who is considering making a skilled migration visa application to commence their skills assessment application without delay. Keep in mind that unlike the past processes, SMP’s will now tie the states to specific numbers of occupations in any given year and so once that number is reached the states will not be able to approve any further applications. Once the numbers are reached they are likely to refuse to accept applications in the particular occupation(s) until the new allocation in the next program year. This could incur delays in submitting migration applications by anything up to a year!!
Call us now on 0845 644 5607 or contact us to discuss commencing your skills assessment application.
