Employers

The 482 visa is a temporary visa that allows skilled workers to work in Australia for their sponsoring employer for up to four years.

• Three streams: Specialist Skills Stream, Core Skills Stream, Labour Agreement Stream

• Duration: 1–4 years

• Workers are restricted to work for the sponsoring employer and must work in the nominated occupation

• No age restrictions

• Candidates must have relevant skills and 1+ years of experience in the nominated role or related field

The 186 visa is a permanent visa for skilled workers who are nominated by their employer to live and work in Australia.

• Three streams: Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition, Labour Agreement

• Permanent visa, , allowing workers to live and work in Australia indefinitely.

• Applicants generally must be under 45 (unless exempt)

• Employment must continue for at least 2 years post-visa grant

• Skills assessment required for Direct Entry; registration/licensing if required

This is a provisional visa for skilled workers to live and work in a designated regional area of Australia. It offers a pathway to permanent residency.

• Two streams: Employer Sponsored, Labour Agreement

• Valid for 5 years in designated regional areas

• Employment must continue for at least 5 years post-visa grant

• Skills assessment and licensing required if applicable

Here is a general overview of how to sponsor an overseas worker, from the initial nomination to the final visa grant.

• Assess your business needs and eligibility.

• Lodge a sponsorship application.

• Nominate the position and the skilled worker.

• The worker applies for the visa.

• Provide requested documentation to the Department of Home Affairs.

• Wait for the visa grant notification.

• Welcome your new employee to Australia!