Available Australian Visas

Now that the foreign borders to Australia are reopening we can look at the various Visas and paths to immigration.

Employer sponsored Visas

Employer sponsored Visas are one means of moving to Australia. In some cases these can lead to a permanent residency.

Temporary Skills shortage Visa (482)

This is relatively recent, being introduced in April 2018 to replace the 457 (temporary work – Skilled) Visa. It is for short and medium term stays.

There are two lists of occupations on this Visa, short and medium term. Applicants with skills on the short term list are eligible for up to a 2-year visa. Applicants with skills on the medium term list are eligible for a 4-year Visa, and can apply for permanent residency after 3 years.

Skilled Independent Visa (189)

This is the most coveted Visa. It allows the holder to live and work anywhere in Australia. An applicant must be under 45 years of age and score 65 points in the immigration points test. Points are awarded based on age, qualifications, experience, and language skills. Applicants must also have an occupation on the medium or long term skills list.

Skilled Nominated Visa (190)

This is for permanent residency working in a specific Australian state. Each state has different occupation demands, so encourages applicants in areas that are presently understaffed. They will nominate individual applicants.
An applicant must be under 45 years of age, have an occupation on the state’s short term occupation list, and score 65 points in the immigration points test. Points are awarded based on age, qualifications, experience, and language skills. A bonus 5 points are awarded for having a state nominated occupation.

Skilled recognised Graduate Visa (476)

A Visa designed for recent Engineering students. Individuals under the age of 31 who graduated with an engineering degree in the last 2 years may apply for this visa. It will allow up to 18 months work experience as an engineer in Australia.

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