Release of Independent review report on integrity in Subclass 457 visa programme

Given the importance of subclass 457 visa programme in supporting Australian employers in industries and regions which are experiencing skills shortages and its potential to contribute to productivity growth in the Australia economy, the Robust New Foundations – A Streamlined, Transparent and Responsive System for the 457 Programme (1.4MB PDF) report was released today.

The report addresses all aspects of Australia’s 457 visa programme with 22 recommendations to improve and proposed areas of reform.

Read more : http://www.immi.gov.au/pub-res/Pages/reviews-and-inquiries/skilled-visa-programme.aspx