The Australian government has announced that the flexibilities of working hour restrictions for student visa holders is estimated to end on June 30, 2023.

According to a media release issued by the Office of Home Affairs, all international students in Australia are permitted to work more than 40 hours a fortnight, in any economy sector, until June 30 – when changes end. In spite of current adaptability within the number of hours international students are permitted to work, the government exhorted the latter to adjust their studies and work, saying that they ought to still keep up their course enrollment, take an interest within the course as well as guarantee satisfactory course advance; otherwise, they will be damaging visa conditions. The Australian government lifted the constrain on the number of working hours for worldwide understudies in January this year in an offered to address the labor shortage within the nation. Through a joint media release issued prior in September, Minister for Education Jason Clare and Minister for Home Affairs Clare O’Neil declared that the government will increment post-study work rights for international students to reinforce the skilled workforce.

The statement said that post-study work rights in sectors facing skill shortages will be increased from two to four years for select Bachelor’s degrees, three to five years for Master’s degrees and from four to six years for doctoral students. A working group will be set up to recommend Ministers on this matter and other related issues. Members of this working group will report to Ministers on October 28, 2022.

While announcing the modifications on post-study work rights, Education Minister Jason Clare said that at present only 16 percent of international students stay in the country after completing their studies.

Laws and regulations of Workplace

Australia’s workplace laws and regulations protect the rights of all workers, including international students working part-time on a student visa. These laws are planned to ensure you:

• Paid at least the minimum wage and leaving;
• Protected against unfair dismissal;
• Entitled to leave, breaks and rest periods;
• And have a safe and healthy work environment.

Working protections you need to know

As an international student working in Australia, you have the same protections as any Australian in the workplace. Here are some things you need to know.

• Your pay: Australia has a minimum wage. You must be paid at least this amount
• Paying tax: If you’re working in Australia, you might require to pay tax depending on how much you earn. Get a Tax File Number (TFN) before starting work. Give your TFN to your boss to make sure you do not pay more tax than you should. Only apply for a TFN once
• Pay slips: In Australia, you must get a pay slip within one working day of getting paid. Normally, workers get paid weekly, fortnightly (every two weeks) or monthly. The payslip is an important document.
• Work hours: Remember – as an international student you can work up to 40 hours every two weeks during term time, and unlimited hours during your holiday breaks. It is essential for you to maintain this limit
• Casual work: In Australia, you will find many casual roles. In casual work, you don’t have a fixed number of hours every week. This means you can manage your own time better.
• Tax File Number: You need a Tax File Number (TFN) to work in Australia. Apply at the Australian Taxation Office.
• Superannuation: As a temporary resident working in Australia, your employer must, by law, make superannuation offerings for you if you are suitable. When leaving Australia, you may be able to get back your superannuation payment (DASP) if you meet the necessities. Find out more at the Australian Taxation Office.
• Workers’ Compensation: Australian law means your employer must have insurance which safeguards you in case you are hurt or get sick at work. If this happens, the insurance (called Workers’ Compensation) may pay for your medical treatment or your wages until you can work again.

If you want to study or immigrate to Australia and need expert guidance, ESI is here to help. We provide comprehensive solutions to the candidates and support them throughout the entire VISA process with our extensive experience in the fields of education and migration advice.

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