Work Visas

Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
The Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189) is a permanent work visa for individuals who have the qualifications and skills required to fill Australia's skill shortages.

Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189) applicants are required to obtain a minimum of 60 points on a point assessment. The assessment is such that applicants are required to be under 50 years of age and be able demonstrate that they have a qualification and/or skills in an occupation on the the required Skilled Occupation List (SOL).  Applicants for the Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189) do not require sponsorship.

Employers seeking to sponsor or hire foreign workers can sign up for Australian Corporate Visa Services.
Businesses looking for the right employees to suit their organisation can choose to sponsor a foreign skilled worker from overseas to join their team.

Our Registered Migration Consultant will manage the application process from:

1. Sponsorship - On your behalf, we will seek approval for your company to become a business sponsor. Your business can be approved for a specified number of temporary business entrants over a 2 year period.

2. Nomination - We will assist you to nominate each of the positions you wish to fill with a temporary resident.

3. Visa Application - We will prepare and apply for a Visa for your employee to enter or remain in Australia.

Australian Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190) applicants are required to obtain a minimum of 60 points on a points assessment and must obtain nomination from a participating State or Territory government. The assessment is such that applicants are required to be under 50 years of age and be able to demonstrate that they have a qualification or the skills of an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

The Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190) is a permanent work visa for individuals who have the qualifications or skills that are needed by the Australian economy, but cannot meet the pass mark required to obtain a Skilled Nominated Visa. This category is also open to applicants who are able to satisfy the pass mark but wish to access priority processing which applies once state or territory sponsorship is offered by a participating state or territory government agency.

Skilled Sponsored Visa (Subclass 489)
In order to satisfy labour market shortages, the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) has set specific basic requirements for people who are interested in applying under the Skilled Migration Stream.

To qualify for skilled migration, applicants (or their partner) must be able to satisfy the basic visa requirements related to age, English language ability, occupation, skills, qualification, health and character. In addition, applicants for a Skilled Regional Sponsored visa (Subclass 489) must obtain sponsorship from a participating State or Territory government and pass a points test. Points can be claimed in areas related to age, English language ability, specific work experience, spouse skills and other bonus categories.

The current pass mark for the Skilled Regional Sponsored visa (Subclass 489) is 60 points.

To be sponsored by a relative, an applicant's relative must live in a Specified Regional Area of Australia* and must be either:

• An Australian citizen;
• An Australian permanent resident; or
• An eligible New Zealand citizen.

The applicant (or their spouse) must be related to their sponsor as either:

• a non-dependent child - including a natural, adoptive or step-child;
• a parent - including adoptive or step-parent;
• a brother or sister - including adoptive or step-siblings;
• a niece or nephew - including adoptive or step-niece or nephew; or
• a aunt or uncle - including adoptive or step-aunt or uncle.

Business Viasa (457 Visa)
In order to qualify for a 457 visa, basic requirements are that applicants must have an employer who is willing to sponsor them. There are three steps in the visa application process
:
1. Sponsorship
Employers must seek and obtain approval to sponsor and recruit overseas workers. Once sponsorship status is approved, it is valid for 3 years and allows the business to nominate as many positions as required during that period.

2. Nomination
Employers must nominate each of the positions they wish to fill with an overseas worker. The nomination must relate to an occupation which meets a minimum skills threshold covering managerial, professional, associate professional and trade occupations. The nominated position must also be paid a minimum salary level as specified in the Vacancy Notice and satisfy other basic requirements such as evidence of equivalent terms and conditions of employment.

3. Visa Application
The overseas workers identified to fill the vacancy must apply for a 457 visa to enter and remain in Australia. The applicant must demonstrate they have skills to match the nominated position and must be offered employment at not less than the salary indicated in the nomination application.
The applicant is also required to satisfy certain health and character requirements to meet the 457 visa criteria.

In cases where an applicant does not have a sponsor, there is the ability to lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). This step allows prospective employers and also the state/territory governments to view applicant details and offer sponsorship.