MIDAS and eVisa launch marks Vanuatu’s modernised immigration leap
According to Minister Koanapo, the integrated eVisa system within MIDAS will allow travelers to conveniently lodge visa applications online, facilitate online payments, and receive visa approvals electronically.
The Pacific Engagement Visa is set to grow the region’s diaspora in Australia — but experts warn of challenges ahead
The first round of ballots closes on August 2, when officials will learn the level of interest in the visa among the 10 countries already part of the scheme. Experts in Pacific migration expect it will be popular. For some Pacific countries, such as Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu, the visa creates a level of access to migration not available to their people before.
Airline fined for failing to follow INZ notice not to board passenger
This was due to the airline allowing a passenger to board a flight in Sydney to travel to New Zealand in May of 2023, despite being notified by Immigration New Zealand (INZ) that he was not allowed to board.
Visit to Solomon Islands
The Australian Government is pleased to have supported the delivery of safe and secure elections in Solomon Islands and remains committed to supporting Solomon Islands’ economic, development and security priorities.
SI to host first pidc ram on 24th – 28th June 2024.
This is the first time for Solomon Islands to host the regional event after the PIDC Secretariat endorsed the Solomon Islands Immigration Division as the next successful bidder for 2024 during the RAM in Vanuatu, June 2023.
Elevating the Australia-Tuvalu relationship under the Falepili Union
During the bipartisan visit to Funafuti, Australia and Tuvalu committed to a joint statement and explanatory memorandum, which outline how the Agreement will deliver on its key objectives.
