Because Australian immigration law is so complex and extensive, there are hundreds if not thousands of pages on this website. It can be quite overwhelming the first time you view the site. Fortunately, the immi au is well laid out and logical to follow. The complexity really comes from the complexity of the migration legislation.

If you don’t have a lot of experience with the Australia Migration Laws, it would be wise to consult a professional migration agent (like us 03 9005 0832). We can advise you on the latest changes and how it affects your case and what you need to do in order to remain compliant.

If you are unsure of what your options are then a short consultation will provide you with all the available pathways and the pros and cons of each pathway. This is critical to consider all yoru options as once you embark on a course of action, you will need to pay certain fees to DIAC which are not refundable. So for a small investment in time and money will save you a lot of stress and potentially a lot of money by taking the best course of action for your case.

Call us today to make a consultation in person or by phone. Simply call us on 03 9005 0832 or +614 9005 0832

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This is where we come in.

As MARA registered migration agents our business offers Australians and foreign nationals proper migration services.
We are here to help clients understand the available options and what they need to do in order to have the best possible chance of success with their application.
We guide them through all the requirements, help them with the application process and hold their hands from start to finish.

Our migration services including assisting clients with both temporary and permanent Australian Visas.
Temporary visas include Tourist Visa, Short stay Business Visa, Employer sponsored visa.
Permanent visas include General Skills Migration, Employer nomination, Regional sponsorship visa.

Banksia Immigration Australia is based in Melbourne with our CBD office located in 8B, Level 2, 221 Queen St, Melbourne, Vic 3000.
Regardless of your personal situation, we are confident that we can assist you find a sutiable visa and pathway with our migration services.
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IRON Program for Nurses

IRON Program for Nurses is a special bridging program for overseas qualified and registered nurses. This program is designed to assist overseas nurses meet the requirements of the Australian nursing board. The board responsible for nursing registration and practice in Australia is known as the NMBAor Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

In order to undertake this IRON Program,nurses must apply to AHPRA to have their overseas nursing qualifications assessed. If  their qualifications are assessed as equivalent to Australian education  standards they will be granted registration. For many nurses from countries such as India, China, Philippines to name just a few, the most likely outcome is that they will need to undertake the IRON Program.

The IRON program  stands for Initial Registration for Overseas Nurses. This program may also be referred to as other names but its essential the same program. The purpose is for overseas nurses to understand the laws, regulations and practices that govern nursing practice in Australia. It also provides an opportunity for these nurses to demonstrate their competency as nurses. Once they have demonstrated their competency and met all the requirements of the course, they will be eligible for registration as Registered Nurses in Australia.

Not all IRON programs are the same so it pays to understand the differences between the available programs and only enroll in the course that provides the best value.  Some providers that are hospital based offer the theory and clinical placements in the same facility. This is a real cost saver.  Some providers that are not hospital based, require students to travel interstate to undertake their clinical practice. This unfortunately adds additional cost and inconvenience during a very difficult and stressful time for overseas nurses.

Do you want to find out about which IRON program for nurses that is the best for you or your nursing relative?
If you answered yes the contact us now so that you can get the inside background on which IRON program you should be considering.

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Students successfully completing this program are eligible for registration as nurses. Please note the new classification is Registered Nurse but you may still find references to Division 1 Registered Nurse online or in some marketing materials.

Their IRON Program is  generally of 12 week duration with the first 4 weeks comprising of theory in a classroom setting. The balance of the course is spent in clinical placements around Australia. The location of placements depends on availability and may be in Tasmania, South Australia and of course Victoria. It is important that students are prepared financially for possible additional travel and accommodation costs in the event their clinical placements are interstate.

ACFE (acfe.net.au) is located in the melbourne CBD; 341 Queen St Melbourne Victoria, Australia.
Banksia Immigration Australia has had a long association with ACFE.net.au since it first opened.

If you need more information about the overseas nurses bridging program just contact us on 03 9005 0832.

Registered Nurses and Registerd Midwives working in Australia are required to demonstrate the national competency standards in order to be eligible for registration with AHPRA (NMBA). Overseas trained and qualified Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives are also required to demonstrate and meet the same competency standards as Australian trained nurses and midwives. Only Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives who are on the AHPRA register are eligible for migration to Australia. This eligibility criteria is set by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC).

ANMAC is responsible for providing DIAC with an assessment notice on the suitability or otherwise of an applicant for the purposes of migration.

Interestingly, not all overseas nurses and midwives need to undertake a Competency Based Assessment Program. Currently, there is an opportunity to apply for a waiver if you are from UK , Ireland, USA, Canada, Singapore, Hong Kong, and the Netherlands (HBO programs).

In addition, Nurses who have completed a nursing education program in a member state of the European Union which is consistent with the European Union standard for the education of “nurses responsible for general care” (EU directive 2005 / 36 / EC).

As outlined (tourist visa australia) this visa is a short term electronic visa that allows the applicant to travel to Australia for upto 3 months for the purposes of holidays, visiting friends and families or to undertake some information training / study.

A small service fee of AU$20 is payable. It is valid for 12 months from the date of issue so applicants must travel within the validity period. A note of caution here, if your passport expires in less than the 12 months from the time of visa grant then the visa is only valid for the life of that passport.

Since this is a short term, temporary visa it is not designed for multiple entry or for extended stays. If you do need to stay for periods longer than 3 months then you should consider the Australian Tourist Visa

• ETA Visa (Electronic Travel Authority) – Visa Subclass  976.
  This visa is for those people wishing to enter Australia for holidays, recreation or informal study. While there is no visa application fee, there is a small service fee of $20.00 (correct as at June 2011). This is a short term visa for up to 3 months and is available to passport holdes from selected countries who are outside of Australia.
• eVisitor Visa Australia (Subclass 676)

Tourist Visa Australia Form

Tourist Visa Australia Requirements

Tourist Visa Australia Cost

Tourist Visa Australia Extension

If you are in need of student accommodation or even looking for an affordable long term accommodation then Noble Park Vic properties might suit your needs.

Noble Park is located in the south east of Melbourne about 25 KM from the Melbourne CBD.
It is a small suburb with a multicultural community with surrounding suburbs include Springvale and Dandenong.

Renters will find a range of properties to suit their needs, lifestyles and budgets. There are many older properties available for rent but increasingly more new apartments are being developed to meet the increasing demand for housing in Melbourne.  Melbourne’s population is forecast to grow significantly in the near future and as a result the cost of realestate and rent have been steadily increasing.

Noble Park from a transport perspective is serviced by buses and trains with the Noble Park trainstation located along side the main Noble Park  shopping strip. Getting to the city from Noble Park is pretty easy and affordable.

To view current rental properties in Noble Park please visit:

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This is a quick post to give you some useful tips and ideas on how to access the right IELTS Coaching for you. Since we can’t be certain what level of english ability you have at present or the amount of funds you have available we shall list a few different tips on IELTS coaching in Melbourne.

To start with, IELTS Coaching doesn’t have to be face to face. In fact one of the most economical ways to be coached for IELTS or to prepare for the IELTS Test is to undertake an online IELTS preparation course.  Since all the IELTS materials are delivered online, you can work at your own pace and at a time and place that is most convenient. This is especially useful for students working full time or have varying woking hours. When required you can access a professional IELTS tutor and current IELTS examiner for assistance and guidance on any issues with your preparation.

On the other hand, if you really need to get coaching in person then you have two options.

IELTS Coaching in Melbourne in Groups.

There are so many places that offer IELTS coaching ranging from the big universities such as Monash, RMIT, Melbourne Uni etc through to the tafes and private providers such as NMIT, Hawthorn English, Australian Centre of Further Education. Each of these have their own programs and delivery model so best to check with them and choose one that suits your budget and time requirements.

IELTS Coaching in Melbourne – one on on IELTS Coaching

There are many people offering one on one IELTS Coaching at an hourly rate. Obviously this IELTS coaching method is more expensive than being coached for IELTS in a group environment but you do get personal attention. This option is ideal for those with some extra money and really need to succeed in their IELTS Exam and are happy to pay for that level of service.

IELTS Coaches in Melbourne can be readily found in local newspapers, some migration companies offer IELTS coaching as part of their service, or even online through google. For instance, just google “ielts test online” and you will get a lot of providers to choose from. Another great source is gumtree. Since all the listings are free, many IELTS coaches advertise on this site.

A word of warning: Make sure that you carefully choose your IELTS Coach. There are many coaches that are ESL teachers or past students who have got high IELTS band scores offering their services. I would recommend that instead you choose an IELTS Coach that is currently an IELTS Examiner with proven IELTS results for their students.

More information on IELTS Test Dates in NMIT

IELTS is a registered trade mark of the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, British Council and IELTS Australia Pty Ltd, a solely owned subsidiary of  IDP Education Pty Ltd

Candidates should be aware of some of the following conditions.

1. be under the age of 45
* in the last six months has completed an eligible qualification as a result of at least two years study in Australia
* is not able to meet the required points test for the Skilled – Independent Residence visa
* has the skills and qualifications that meet the Australian standard for an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) and your nominated occupation is classified as either a 60 point occupation or a 50 point occupation.

The Graduate Visa enables the candidate and any secondary applicants included in your visa application to remain in Australia for up to 18 months with no restrictions on work or study.  While on this visa the candidates may travel, work, continue study to improve their english skills or to complete their professional year.

For assistance with your graduate visa eligibility or application contact us today.