Subtitle: 'Responsive skills lists' and business
risk in migration
The Australian government announced sweeping changes to the 457
visa program from 19 April 2017. However, the changes will not only
have a direct impact on 457 visa applicants and employers, but also
on a wider range of Australian skilled visas, in particular, the
186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa, also known as the employer
sponsored permanent resident visa.
Data released by the Department of Immigration and Border
Protection (DIBP) shows that more than 60% of those who applied for
the 186 Employer Nomination Scheme in 2015-2016 would not qualify
under the new system.
In a globally competitive market, Australia competes with other
nations to attact and retain the best international talent and
develop innovative products and solutions. These changes risk
making it more difficult for business to secure the right skills
for the job on a long-term basis, thereby impeding innovation and
raising
