Employer Sponsored Visas

Employer Sponsored Visas: Your Pathway to Work and Live in Australia

Skilled workers nominated by Australian employers can apply for Employer Sponsored Visas providing the opportunity to live and work in Australia permanently. These visas are designed for individuals with qualifications, skills, and commitment recognised by an Australian company, making them one of the most sought-after visa types.

Benefits for Employers and Skilled Workers For skilled workers, this visa offers a chance to build a future in Australia, contributing to its thriving economy. For companies, it provides access to talent from around the world, helping to drive growth and innovation.

Requirements To apply for an Employer Sponsored Visa, you’ll need to provide:

A valid employment offers from an Australian employer.
A declaration of sponsorship from the employer.
Documents verifying your professional qualifications and skills.

How We Can Help

At MY Legal Services and Migration, we specialse in guiding skilled workers through the application process for Employer Sponsored Visas. From preparing your documents to ensuring compliance with immigration requirements, we provide expert support to maximse your chances of success.

What Is Employer Sponsored Visas?

Subclass 482: Temporary Skilled Visa

The Subclass 482 Visa, also known as the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa, allows Australian employers to recruit skilled foreign workers.

Medium to Long-Term Skilled Occupations: Visa validity up to 4 years.
Short-Term Skilled Occupations: Visa validity up to 2 years.

This visa provides a pathway for skilled professionals to contribute to Australia’s workforce while addressing critical skill shortages.

Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)

The Subclass 186 Visa is a permanent residence visa for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian employer. It offers three streams to suit different circumstances:

For applicants nominated by an Australian business.
Requires at least 3 years of full-time work experience in the nominated occupation.
A successful skills assessment and competent English are mandatory.

For Australian employers who have entered into a labour agreement with the government.
Enables businesses to sponsor skilled foreign workers who don’t qualify under standard visa programs.

For skilled workers holding a Subclass 457, TSS Visa, or bridging visa (A, B, or
C).
Applicants must have worked for their nominating employer for at least 3 years,
with exemptions available in certain cases.

Regional Employer Sponsored Subclass 494.

Introduced on 16 November 2019, the Subclass 494 Visa addresses skill shortages in regional areas of Australia by allowing employers to sponsor skilled workers. This visa is valid for 5 years and offers a pathway to permanent residency through the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa (Subclass 191) after three years, provided the applicant complies with the conditions of the Subclass 494 Visa.

Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408)

The Subclass 408 Visa provides a range of pathways for individuals to live and work in Australia temporarily, depending on the nature of their activities.

Special Program: Participate in approved programs, such as youth exchange or community-based initiatives.
Religious Work: Engage in religious activities for up to 2 years.
Invited Participants: Travel to Australia to participate in community-based events.
Entertainment Activities: Work in the entertainment industry, including film, television, and live productions.
Research Activities: Conduct research at a tertiary institution for up to 2 years.
Domestic Work for Executives: Work as a domestic staff member for executives, with a visa validity of up to 2 years.

Sporting Activities: Play, coach, or engage in high-level sports training for up to 2 years.
Superyacht Crew: Work as crew on a superyacht, with a stay of up to 12 months.
Exchange Arrangements: Participate in staff exchange programs with Australian organisations, allowing a stay of up to 2 years.
Australian Government-Endorsed Events: Participate in events endorsed by the Australian Federal Government, with a visa validity of up to 4 years.

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