Sam Hopwood

Director: Australia and Oceania Region

Sam is a registered migration agent and a member of the Migration Institute of Australia.

Sam studied as an undergraduate at the University of Newcastle, NSW and later completed the postgraduate certificate in immigration law at Victorian University. He has worked in the area of Australian immigration law for 14 years and has helped thousands of people relocate to Australia.

Australia's graduate visa: Turning studying abroad into citizenship

by Sam Hopwood | May 9, 2022

International students who have completed their studies and wish to continue living in Australia, have the option of applying for a Temporary ...

Can you pass Australia's good character requirement?

by Sam Hopwood | May 9, 2022

When applying for an Australian visa or citizenship, you have to prove that you are of good character before being granted entry. We take a lo...

Sable International In the news: Business Day

Australia ready to welcome back skilled migrant workers

by Sam Hopwood | Feb 22, 2022

We take a look at how COVID-19 has affected the labour market in Australia and what changes we expect from 1 July 2022 regarding temporary mig...

Sable International In the news: Biznews

The jobs that will let you move to Australia in 2021: Construction Project Managers and more

by Sam Hopwood | May 28, 2021

If you are looking to move to Australia in 2021, it may still be possible. The Australian government has released a list of occupations that f...

Australian public schools – who pays and who does not?

by Sam Hopwood | Apr 12, 2021

Robyn Vogels, Founder and Owner of Personnel Relocations, gives a thorough breakdown of the school fees by Australian state and territory.

Australian visa changes 2021 – Business and investment updates

by Sam Hopwood | Mar 26, 2021

A simplified Australian Business Innovation and Investment Programme will halve the number of streams and provide clearer routes to permanent ...