31 May 2022 Australia's immigration policy as of July 1 discussed Australia’s borders have now been open to fully vaccinated travelers for three months. However, visa application processing has not resumed its pre-pandemic pace and skill shortages continue across the Australian economy. While the newly elected government has a greater focus on protecting local employment opportunities and working conditions as well as protecting temporary workers, skilled migration to address Australia’s skills shortages remains a key feature of immigration policy. A Tax Alert prepared by EY's People Advisory Services group, and attached below, provides additional details. Document ID: 2022-0853 |