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The instrument operates to specify the requirements needed when applying to an application for a Work and Holiday (Temporary) (Class US) visa (Work and Holiday visa), as follows:

a. for the purposes of subitem 1224(1) of Schedule 1 to the Regulations, the instrument specifies the approved form for making a valid application;

b. for the purposes of paragraph 1224A(3)(a) of Schedule 1 to the Regulations, the instrument specifies the foreign countries that an applicant’s valid passport must be issued by; Authorised Version Explanatory Statement registered 28/06/2019 to F2019L00918 LIN 19/184 2

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Interview on Sky News with Tom Connell

Topics: Repatriation of Sharrouf children

For Australia's 'internet brides', the reality of wedded bliss is abuse and exploitation

Between 3,000 and 7,000 people move to Australia on 'Prospective Marriage' visas each year. An explosion of social media sites promoting prospective young Asian brides has caused a spike in abuse and exploitation, with reports some women are being held captive in suburban homes in situations that could constitute human trafficking.

Key points:Up to 7,000 people move to Australia on 'Prospective Marriage' visas each year.

Invitation date: 24 May 2019

Number of Invitations Issued: 323

Matrix score range:

• All Matrix submitted with 135 to 70 points
• 65 point matrix submitted on or before 30 April 2019

Source: http://www.canberrayourfuture.com.au/portal/migrating/article/canberra-matrix-invitation-round/

I now refer my clients to Allianz Global Assistance (AGA) for Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).  OVHC and OSHC has moved far beyond the old days of quickly making sure a client has evidence of health insurance for their visa application.

OVHC and OSHC now evolved to become all about client experience and real value.  Make the change to AGA and you will instantly notice the difference.  Your clients will love you for it.  The AGA service will reflect well on you as the referring agent, just like it has for me and my team.  

Now for my reasons: