Australia: Timeline Adjustments for Skills Assessment for the General Skilled Migration Visa

Last Updated on March 19, 2023

Key Points  

  • Australia relaxed the skills assessment requirements for the General Skilled Migration visa route on 1 March 2023  

Overview  

The government of Australia relaxed the skills assessment requirements for its General Skilled Migration visa pathway on 1 March 2023. The following measures will now apply: 

  • Skills assessments can now be submitted by an applicant within 60 days of receiving an invitation under the General Skilled Migration visa pathway.  

What are the Changes? 

Effective 1 March 2023, the Australian government has relaxed the skills assessment requirements for the General Skilled Migration visa pathway. Under the revised measures, applicants can submit their skills assessments within 60 days of receiving an invitation to apply for the visa. 

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of Australia’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.


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