Applications for Australian Visas
Depending on your education and skills and whether you already have an employer ready to sponsor you, there are several options you may consider:
- The Skilled Migrant Visa
- Standard Business Sponsorship
- Business Visa
- Other Specific Work Visas
Please note that immigration laws are regularly revised by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship of the Australian Government so contacting our Migration Agent can save you a significant amount of time in the application process and seriously increase your chance of getting your permit to work in Australia.
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Skilled Migrant Visa
This visa is for people who have skills in particular occupations (see the Skilled Occupation List) required in Australia and who are not sponsored by an employer.
To be eligible for this visa, you must be less than 45 years old and have worked for at least 12 months out of the last 24 months before applying.
You must also have a good level of English (IELTS), and pass an exam to demonstrate your level of professional skills. You must also have worked in one of the occupations found on the Skilled Occupation List which is set by the Australian Government. The Skilled Migrant visa will enable you to live and work in Australia for a period of 5 years. There is also the possibility of applying for Australian Citizenship after four years of residence in Australia. The application process is both long and complex, and it is suggested that you apply through a Migration Agent.
Please mind that this visa is undergoing major changes ! Read this article to find out more.
Standard Business Sponsorship (Subclass 457)
This visa is designed for employers wishing to employ an overseas worker in Australia for a qualified Australian job. Before applying, the applicant must have found his employer and received confirmation of employment and willingness to sponsor.
Before a (domestic or overseas) company is able to sponsor a skilled worker from overseas, it needs to meet certain employer eligibility requirements. This visa will allow you to live and work in Australia for up to 4 years. In most cases, it is the employer who will take financial obligation for the application fees for this visa. It is also necessary for the applicant to have a good command of the English language, and the salary must be above minimum wage. This visa can also be renewed. However, it is your responsibility to ensure your visa is valid at all times during the duration of your stay in Australia.
Business Visa
There are many types of business visa, however they generally cater to persons wishing to engage in business in Australia, for a period of up to 3 months. In general, application costs are between 20 and 100 Australian Dollars.
We suggest checking with your employer which Business Visa subclause best suits your needs or contact an Australian Migration Agent.
Other Types of Visas for Workers
Note that there are other types of visas, which allow you to work in Australia depending on your professions and goals in Australia such as Specialist Entry Visa, Doctors and Nurses, Air and Sea Crew, etc…
If you are not sure what type of visa suits you the best, feel free to contact us to be put in touch with our Australian Migration Agent who will give you the most suitable solution and guide you through the process of applying for your work visa in Australia.
Immigrations laws change very quickly.
We are not immigration agents and cannot be held responsible if our informations are not entirely up-to-date.
To find out more, you can visit the immigration website or contact an immigration lawyer.