Skip to content

AR LAW Services  |  Lawyers & Consultants  |  Masters of Australian Migration and Visa Law

Home » Working Holiday Visa change allows backpackers to contribute to bush-fire recovery as part of working holiday

Working Holiday Visa change allows backpackers to contribute to bush-fire recovery as part of working holiday

As reported by SBS, construction work in disaster zones will be added to the government’s list of specified work, allowing working holidaymakers to contribute to the recovery effort as part of their visa eligibility.

The Australian Government says “Backpackers will be encouraged to help fire-ravaged communities rebuild as part of their working holiday visa eligibility following changes announced by the Morrison government.

Construction work in disaster zones, including land clearing, rebuilding fences and homes, and demolition, will now fall under the government’s definition of specified work, which working holidaymakers have to complete if they wish to stay in Australia for a second or third year.

To be eligible for a second year-long working holiday visa, backpackers must complete three months of work in a designated area of northern or regional Australia. For a third year, they must prove an extra six months of regional work.

Full story https://www.sbs.com.au/news/visa-change-allows-backpackers-to-contribute-to-bushfire-recovery-as-part-of-working-holida

And remember for both the Business and for Work Visa applicant – compliance/fairwork issues to natural justice matters. Civil, Administrative and even Criminal law issues must be addressed in making a valid visa application.

https://www.arlaw.com.au/news/worki-visa/

So if you run a business and wish to “sponsor” and employ a foreign nation or you, your family or anyone you know is currently on a temporary work visa and wishes to apply to extend your Working Holiday visa contact us to discuss your options. 

Remember to increase your chances of winning your case TRUST ONLY a Master Migration Lawyer andmake an appointment with AR LAW Services: Master Migration Lawyer.

Book a Consultation

Call 03 9614 0218 or email info@arlaw.com.au to make an initial 30 Minute consultation at our Melbourne office. (conditions apply)

For more go to   www.arlaw.com.au

Note: this update, or any previous updates on this page, do not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Please call our office to seek professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content on this page