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The Overseas Teacher Finders Fee – The money given and who is getting it

Last updated 13 December 2024.

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The overseas finders fee (OFF) is a gift payment made to centre owners of $3,450 per overseas teacher employed. The OFF is ‘a gift’ as it is free money from the government, funded by the taxpayer.

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