YOUR CAREER. YOUR SPONSOR. YOUR FUTURE.
Employer-Sponsored Visas
Occupations
Sponsorship
Residency
Skills in Demand Visa
(Subclass 482)
- Temporary visa for skilled workers sponsored by an Australian employer.
- Allows workers to fill eligible skilled positions, with different streams depending on occupation and circumstances.
VISA TYPE
Temporary Employer sponsoredEmployer Nomination Scheme
(Subclass 186)
- Permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer.
- Available through different streams, including temporary residence and direct entry pathways.
VISA TYPE
Permanent Employer nominatedSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa
(Subclass 494)
- Temporary visa for skilled workers sponsored by an employer in regional Australia.
- Provides a potential pathway to permanent residence.
VISA TYPE
Regional, Temporary Pathway to permanent residenceTraining Visa
(Subclass 407)
- Temporary visa for people undertaking workplace-based occupational training or professional development in Australia.
- Requires an approved temporary activities sponsor and generally allows training for up to 2 years.
VISA TYPE
Temporary, Up to 2 Years Occupational trainingELIGIBILITY
Key Eligibility
Requirements
What you'll need to demonstrate for a successful employer-sponsored visa application.
01
Employer Sponsorship
An eligible Australian employer must sponsor or nominate you.
02
Eligible Occupation
Your position must meet the relevant occupation requirements.
03
Skills & Experience
Meet the required qualifications, skills and work experience.
04
English
Meet the required English-language level where applicable.
05
Salary Requirements
Meet the applicable salary and employment requirements.
06
Training Requirements (407)
The proposed training must meet the requirements for the Training visa and be appropriate for your skills and career development.
07
Health & Character
Meet Australian health and character requirements.
APPLICATION JOURNEY
Steps to Apply
A clear, step-by-step process to secure your employer-sponsored visa in Australia.
01
FIND AN
EMPLOYER/SPONSOR
Secure suitable employment or training with an eligible sponsor.
02
CHECK
ELIGIBILITY
Confirm the occupation, training, salary and visa requirements.
03
SPONSORSHIP/
NOMINATION
The employer or organisation completes the required sponsorship and nomination process.
04
PREPARE
DOCUMENTS
Provide passport, qualifications, skills, employment/training and English evidence where required.
05
APPLY
ONLINE
Lodge the visa application through ImmiAccount.
06
COMPLETE
CHECKS
Complete health examinations, police checks or biometrics if requested.
07
RECEIVE
OUTCOME
Wait for the Department of Home Affairs to assess the application.
TIP
Occupation lists, salary thresholds and sponsorship requirements can change
— confirm
current criteria before you apply.
Important Rules & Visa Conditions
Employer-sponsored visas come with specific sponsorship and employment rules.
Understand them to stay compliant throughout your stay in Australia.
Employer/Training-Specific
Visa holders must comply with the conditions of their sponsored employment or approved training.
Work Rights
Work and training activities are generally limited to those permitted by the specific visa.
Salary Requirements
Applicable sponsored employment must meet relevant salary requirements.
Change of Employer/Sponsor
Changing employers or sponsors may require additional approval or a new nomination/sponsorship.
Regional Requirement
Subclass 494 requires the position to be based in a designated regional area.
Training Requirement
Subclass 407 is primarily for approved occupational training and is not a general work visa.
Permanent Residence
Subclass 186 provides permanent residence, while subclasses 482 and 494 may provide pathways to PR.
Changing Rules
Occupation lists, salary thresholds, sponsorship requirements and visa conditions can change.
Your Australian Journey
Starts with the Right Visa
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