What are mandatory offshore periods?
- For seasonal workers, a mandatory offshore period of 3 months each year will apply. This means workers must leave Australia for 3 months after being in Australia for 9 months, before starting another PALM scheme seasonal placement.
- For long-term workers, a mandatory offshore period of 6 months after 4 years will apply. This means workers must leave Australia for 6 months after being in Australia for 4 years, before starting another PALM scheme long-term placement.