AUSTRALIAN MIGRATION LAW COMPANION
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Part I - Australia: Land of the Migrants
Foundation and historical context
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Part II - Australian Migration Law
Legal framework and regulations
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Part III - Visa Refusal and Cancellations
Compliance and resolution processes
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Part IV - Travel Preparations
Practical steps and requirements
Part I - Australia: Land of the Migrants
Geography
Government
People and Culture
Typical Australian Traits and Social Practices
Accommodation
Employment
Centrelink
Credential Assessment Centers
Job Search Requirements and Related Websites
Fair Work System
Education
Social Welfare Benefits
Child Care Benefit
Child Care Rebate
Baby Bonus
Maternity Immunisation Allowance
Education Tax Refund
Medicare
Superannuation
Taxes
Tax File Number
Income Taxation
Opening Bank Account
Driving
Adult Migration English Program
Translation and Interpretation Services
Migrant Resource Centers
Emergency Numbers
Part II - Australian Migration Law
White Australian Policy
Australia's Visa System
Department of Home Affairs (formerly DIBP)
Migration Act 1958
Migration Regulations 1994
Lodging a Valid Visa Application
Steps for Valid Visa Application
Kinds of Visas
1. Miscellaneous Visas
Visitor Visa
Tourist Stream
Sponsored Family Stream
Business Visitor Stream
Temporary Work (Short Stay Activity) Visa
Training and Research Visa
2. Partner Visas
Prospective Marriage (Fiance) visa
Spouse Visa and Dependent Child Visa
Partner/ De Facto / Same Sex Visa
3. Family Visas
Parent / Contributory Visa
Carer Visa
Remaining Relative Visa
Orphan Relative Visa
Child Visa
4. General Skilled Migration Visas
Skill Select
Expression of Interest (EOI)
Points Test
Skilled- Independent Visa
Skilled - Nominated Visa
Skilled - Regional Nominated or Sponsored Visa
5. Employment Visas
Temporary Work Skilled Visa
Stage 1: Business Sponsorship
Stage 2: Nomination
Step 3: Visa Application
Employer Nominated Scheme (ENS Visa)
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) Visa
Temporary Residence Transition Stream
Direct Entry Stream
Agreement Stream
6. Student Visas
Student Visa
Student Guardian Visa
Part III - Visa Refusal and Cancellations
Cancellation of Visas
Cancellation of visas obtained through incorrect information
Cancellation and Refusal of Visa on Character Grounds
General Power to Cancel Visas
Student Visa Cancellation under Section 116
Tourist Visa Cancellation
Regional Sponsored Employment Visa Cancellation
Deportation Power
Migration Offenses under Migration Act 1958
Infringement Notices
Immigration Detention
Part IV: Travel Preparations
Travel Documents
Settlement Documents
Travel Tax
Travel Funds
Reservation, Ticketing and Itinerary
Travelling with Infants and Children
Elderly Passengers
Pets
Clothes
Baggage Allowance
Packing Baggage
Do's and Don'ts in Packing
Airport Procedures
Time Allowances
Security Check and Inspection
Check-in
Departure Card, Terminal Fee and Immigration Clearance
In-Flight Tips
Meals and Beverages
Electronic Devices
Camera's and Binoculars
Toiletries
Arrival in Australia
Incoming Passenger Cards
Port of Entry
Immigration Clearance
Claiming Baggage
Annexes
Migration (IMMI 18/50: Specification of Occupations-Subclass 407 Visa) Instrument 2018
Migration (IMMI 18/051: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities Instrument 2018
Migration (IMMI 18/048: Specification of Occupations-Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2018
Migration (IMMI 18/409: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities-Subclass 186 Visa) Instrument 2018
Migration (IMMI 18/043: Specification of Occupations-Subclass 187 Visa) Instrument 2018
Migration Regulations 1994- Schedule 6D General points test for General Skilled Migration Visas
Ministerial Direction no. 69- Section 499 of the Migration Act 1958
Directory of Offices in Australia
Bibliography