Breaking: Queensland Suspends Acceptance of New Immigration Visa Applications

The Australian state of Queensland has announced that starting from January 2, 2019, it will suspend the acceptance of new immigration visa applications! The types of visa applications that will no longer be accepted include 188A, 188B, SIV, 188C, 188E, and 132 categories. This is the second state government to halt applications following New South Wales at the end of last year.

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  The Australian state of Queensland has announced that starting from January 2, 2019, it will suspend the acceptance of new immigration visa applications! The types of visa applications that will no longer be accepted include 188A, 188B, SIV, 188C, 188E, and 132 categories. This is the second state government to halt applications following New South Wales at the end of last year.


Breaking: Queensland Suspends Acceptance of New Immigration Visa Applications

 

  This sudden major announcement allows us to witness once again the unpredictable changes in the immigration market, and it reminds all immigration applicants of an important principle: it is essential to seize opportunities and act promptly in immigration matters.

 

  Recently, among the "Top Ten Immigration Events of 2018" that have attracted significant attention from both domestic and international media and the immigration community, the tightening of Australian immigration policies has been included. The year 2018 saw continuous tightening of Australian immigration policies. The threshold for submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) for skilled migration was raised from 60 points to 65 points, affecting all independent skilled visa applicants; the 457 employer-sponsored work visa was abolished, and the 482 temporary skills shortage visa was established, eliminating the IELTS exemption for applicants transitioning to employer-sponsored permanent residency, thereby increasing the difficulty of transitioning to permanent residency; New South Wales suspended all business immigration applications, etc. This indicates that another traditional immigration country has begun to comprehensively tighten its immigration policies. Unexpectedly, on the second day of the New Year 2019, news broke that Queensland would suspend the acceptance of new immigration visa applications, further indicating that immigrating to Australia is becoming increasingly difficult.

 

  In the current situation, it is a consensus that submitting materials as soon as possible to secure precious spots is essential. WorldWay Group reminds all investors that in the context of scarce quotas and tightening policies, it is imperative to act quickly to secure Australian immigration quotas; submitting applications early to secure spots is the wise choice! Now, it is all about speed!



 

  As we all know, Australia is a traditional immigration country. Looking back at the evolution of Australian immigration policies over the past 30 years, the thresholds have continuously increased, and Australian immigration policies have continued to tighten. Currently, other states in Australia, such as Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, and Tasmania, are still accepting applications.

 

  The Significant Investor Visa 188C is one of the most favored Australian immigration programs among high-net-worth individuals from China. As long as applicants can meet the investment requirement of 5 million, they can apply for immigration to Australia for the whole family. After obtaining Australian status, children can enjoy high-quality education and gain broader overseas development opportunities.


Breaking: Queensland Suspends Acceptance of New Immigration Visa Applications

 

  It is essential to act quickly when immigrating to Australia. WorldWay Group, a leading organization in investment immigration and one of the top 500 Asian brands, is worth your choice. For those interested in immigrating to Australia, please consult: 400-138-2929.

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