Australian skilled workers will be able to obtain relatively simple UK work visas faster from the end of 2020, according to the government's White Paper on Immigration, released on Wednesday.
The White Paper on Immigration came into effect in December 2020, and Australia and other non-EU workers will no longer be subject to a cap on the number of workers going to the UK, the Australian newspaper reported.
Only highly skilled workers will now be demoted to skilled workers in the UK. Skilled workers must obtain a letter of employment prior to their arrival in the United Kingdom and must have a minimum qualification of Class A or above, which is equivalent to a certificate of higher education.
Home Secretary Javier (Sajid Javid) said: "to ensure that the smartest, the best and those who want to come to the UK are able to fulfill their aspirations and ensure that employers acquire the skills that bring the most value to the UK economy," he said. We will not limit the number of skilled workers. "
Britain's government has yet to define what "technology" means, but there is debate within the cabinet over whether to reduce the proposed £30, 000 (A $52,000) minimum annual wage and make it less difficult for nurses and agricultural workers to emigrate to the UK.
"it's very important to listen to the business and find the right threshold," Javier said. We will further discuss whether the minimum annual wage will be around £30,000. "
So far, Australians who want to work in the UK still face many obstacles, including monthly quotas.
Because the Migration White Paper lists Australia as a "low-risk country", it will be easier for Australian applicants to obtain approval. The White Paper states that work visas will be processed within two to three weeks, greatly reducing the current visa waiting time. Sometimes applicants have to wait more than six months.
Australians will be able to obtain low-skilled jobs while in the UK without having to leave the UK back to Australia. But low-skilled workers can only work in the UK for one year, followed by leave for 12 months before applying for another year.
The White Paper also highlights the budget announcement that Australians will be able to use electronic doors at British airports to minimize their stay in the Immigration Department.
