A2MS - Aussie Academics and Migration Services

29/05/2026

SkillSelect Update – Subclass 189 Invitation Round Announced

The Australian Government has confirmed that the next invitation round for the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) will be held on 4 June 2026.

If you are planning to apply for permanent residency through the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program, now is a good time to ensure your profile is ready and competitive.
✅ Skills Assessment
✅ English Language Requirements
✅ Expression of Interest (EOI)
✅ Points Calculation
✅ Supporting Documentation

With invitation rounds becoming increasingly competitive, proper preparation can make a significant difference.

At A2MS – Aussie Academics & Migration Services, we help individuals navigate the GSM process with practical advice and tailored migration support.
📍 Adelaide, South Australia
📞 08 7094 8094
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.a2ms.com.au

If you'd like to discuss your eligibility for the Subclass 189 visa, feel free to contact our team.

27/05/2026

WE’RE HIRING | Migration Administrator – Adelaide

A2MS – Aussie Academics and Migration Services is growing and we’re looking for a Migration Administrator to join our Adelaide team.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in the migration industry while working alongside Registered Migration Agents in a supportive environment.

If you have relevant experience and are ready for the next step in your career, apply today via SEEK.
🔗 https://au.seek.com/job/92358517

Build your migration career with A2MS as a Migration Administrator, supporting RMAs with client service and case coordination.

25/04/2026

This ANZAC Day (Saturday 25 April), A2MS-Aussie Academics & Migration Services pays tribute to all who have served our nation, whether in wars, conflicts, peacekeeping or other operations.

A day to remember with gratitude, respect, and reflection.

12/03/2026

RMA Job Opportunity - Adelaide

Registered Migration Agent
Adelaide | Full-time | Office-based | Salary negotiable + Commission

This role is ideal for a Registered Migration Agent with 1+ years of practical experience who is passionate about helping clients navigate the visa process and is ready to step up, take ownership, and further develop strong consulting, client servicing, and commercial skills.

If you or someone you know may be interested, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your resume to:
[email protected]

More details about the role: https://a2ms.com.au/jobs/registered-migration-agent-rma/

Feel free to share with anyone who may be suitable.

Thanks!

Join our team as a Registered Migration Agent. This role offers exciting challenges and opportunities for career advancement.

02/03/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT VISA UPDATE – SUBCLASS 485 FEE DOUBLED 🚨

From 1 March 2026, the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) application fee has increased from AUD2,300 to AUD4,600.

If you’re an international student planning to stay in Australia after completing your studies, this change could significantly affect your budget and migration plans.

🎓 The Subclass 485 visa allows eligible graduates to:
✔ Remain in Australia temporarily after study
✔ Work full-time
✔ Gain skilled employment experience related to their qualification

With fees now doubled, getting your application right the first time is more important than ever.

📞 Call A2MS today on 08 7094 8094
📧 Email: [email protected]

🌐 Visit: a2ms.com.au
📍 GO1, 450 Pulteney St, Adelaide SA 5000

A2MS – Aussie Academics and Migration Services
Your Immigration Law Partner.

17/02/2026

We’re Hiring – Registered Migration Agent (RMA)
📍 Adelaide | Full-Time | Salary Negotiable

We are a growing boutique Australian migration firm known for delivering honest, practical advice and tailored migration support to individuals and businesses.

As an ambitious and expanding business, we are looking for a motivated Registered Migration Agent(RMA) who wants to build a long-term career and grow with us.

This role is ideal for a confident Registered Migration Agent with around 1+ year of practical experience who is ready to step up, take ownership, and further develop strong consulting, client servicing and commercial skills.

What This Role Involves:
This is a full end-to-end position.
You will manage clients from the initial consultation through to visa lodgement and final outcome, supported by structured internal processes and a strong professional compliance framework.

This role combines:
• Client consulting
• Visa preparation and lodgement
• Business development and lead conversion
You will contribute directly to firm growth and revenue.

Key Responsibilities:
• Meet with clients (online and in person)
• Assess eligibility and recommend suitable migration pathways
• Convert consultations into signed clients
• Prepare and lodge visa applications
• Manage client communication throughout the process
• Handle RFIs, updates, and correspondence with the Department
• Maintain accurate records and compliance with the Code of Conduct(COC)
• Build your own pipeline and referral relationships
• Stay up to date with immigration policy changes, visa issues, and trends.
You will take ownership of your matters within our professional compliance framework.

Who We’re Looking For:
• Registered Migration Agent (Active MARN required)
• Around 1+ years of practical experience handling visa applications
• Working knowledge of GSM, Skills Assessments, Employer Sponsored, Partner, and related visa subclasses
• Confident and natural communicator who builds trust and credibility quickly
• Business development mindset with the ability to convert leads
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple files independently
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn
• Professional, ethical, and compliant with the Code of Conduct

What We Value:
• Client-first approach
• Strong communication and follow-up
• Accountability and ownership
• Initiative and drive
• Contribution to business growth

Why Join Us
• A firm built on integrity, service quality, and client trust
• Growing and ambitious business
• Structured support and guidance as you develop
• Opportunity to take meaningful ownership early in your career
• Autonomy and responsibility
• Long-term career growth potential

Ready to Apply?
Please send your CV and a short cover letter (or expression of interest) to:
[email protected]

04/02/2026

🚨 South Australia Skilled Migration Update - February 2026 🚨

South Australia has issued 364 skilled migration invitations in the latest(Feb) round:
👉 227 for Subclass 190
👉 137 for Subclass 491

So far this financial year, 1,295 nominations have already been issued - more than half of SA’s annual quota.

What does this mean for applicants?
✔ Selection is highly competitive
✔ Eligibility alone is not enough
✔ Your occupation, job quality & timing matter more than ever

👩‍⚕️👷‍♂️👨‍💻 Priority sectors include:
Health | Engineering | Construction & Trades | ICT | Education | Manufacturing

At A2MS, we don’t guess.
We analyse real SA invitation data, assess your true ranking strength, and provide strategic, realistic advice to help you stay competitive before the next round.

📩 Message A2MS today
Smart planning. Right timing. Better outcomes..

04/02/2026

🚫 Student Visa Refused?

Most refusals are not about one missing document 📄
They usually happen when the overall explanation doesn’t satisfy the decision-maker.

At the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) ⚖️, decisions are examined based on:
✔ Logic
✔ Consistency
✔ Credibility
✔ Alignment between explanations and evidence

ART is not:
❌ A new visa application
❌ A second chance to restate claims
❌ A forum for emotional arguments

It is a merits review of the original decision.

Common issues raised in refusals include:
🔹 Study or career pathways that are not clearly connected
🔹 Career changes without structured explanation
🔹 Gaps in study or employment without context ⏳
🔹 Statements that are not supported by evidence

At A2MS, we focus on understanding how decision-makers assess refusals and preparing responses that are clear, structured, and evidence-based.

📩 If your visa was refused and you’re considering ART, feel free to message us for professional guidance.

22/01/2026

Today we honoured the victims and all those impacted by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack on this National Day of Mourning.

The Chabad Community in Bondi chose the theme “Light will win” – a powerful message of unity, strength, and remembrance. The community came together in solidarity and observed one minute of silence at 7:01pm AEDT to honour the lives lost and all those affected.

There is no place in Australia for hate or violence. Everyone has the right to feel safe and to be proud of who they are, regardless of their religious, ethnic, or cultural background.

21/01/2026

🚨 Your Student Visa can be approved or refused because of ONE thing…
Your Genuine Student (GS) answers. 📝

The GS is not a formality. It is how the Department decides if your real intention is to study in Australia. Under Ministerial Direction 106, they carefully assess your personal circumstances, immigration history, course choice, and how your study fits your future.

Your GS must be written by YOU.
It must be genuine, honest, and supported by evidence.

You need to clearly explain:
✔ Your family, work, financial and community ties
✔ Why you chose your course and why Australia
✔ How this course benefits your career
✔ Your study history (if any)
✔ Why you are applying for a Student Visa now (if you hold another visa)
✔ Any other important information

Each answer has a 150-word limit, must be in English, and must be backed by real documents.

Yes, future PR is allowed.
But your GS must prove one thing today:
🎯 Your primary purpose is education, not migration.

⚠️ Common reasons for refusal:
❌ Copy-paste answers from the internet
❌ Generic or unclear explanations
❌ Choosing a course that doesn’t match your background
❌ Missing or weak supporting evidence

At A2MS, we can assist with your Student Visa and review GS for you.
We help you make sure your answers are:
✨ Clear
✨ Genuine
✨ Compliant
✨ Aligned with Ministerial Direction requirements
✨ Strongly supported by evidence

📞 0870 948 094
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.a2ms.com.au

🔥 Write it right. Apply smart. Protect your Australian dream with A2MS.