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Employer Sponsored Visas

Solutions for Australian businesses needing skilled workers — and for skilled workers seeking sponsorship.

Overview

Employer Sponsored Visas

Employer sponsorship lets Australian businesses fill genuine skill shortages with overseas workers, and gives skilled workers a pathway to work and live in Australia — sometimes leading to permanent residency. We assist both employers and applicants through every step.

How we help

  • Business / standard sponsorship applications
  • Position nomination and labour market testing guidance
  • Occupation and eligibility assessment for workers
  • Visa application preparation and lodgement
  • Compliance guidance for sponsoring employers
  • PR pathway planning where available
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Check your eligibility

Book a consultation for an honest assessment of whether this visa suits your situation.


General eligibility

  • A genuine position with an approved or eligible sponsor
  • An occupation on the relevant list
  • Relevant skills, qualifications and work experience
  • Required English level
  • Health and character requirements
Options

Key streams & subclasses

Skills in Demand (subclass 482)

A temporary visa allowing approved employers to sponsor skilled workers for an occupation in demand, with pathways to PR for many.

Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)

A permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer, including a Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition stream.

Regional sponsorship (494 / 491)

Employer and skilled options for regional Australia, supporting businesses outside major cities.

Visa subclasses, criteria and processing times are set by the Australian Government and change regularly. The above is general information only — book a consultation for advice specific to you.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

I'm an employer — where do we start?

We assess whether your business and the position qualify, then guide you through sponsorship and nomination so you can hire the worker you need compliantly.

Does an employer-sponsored visa lead to PR?

Several streams offer a pathway to permanent residency (such as the ENS 186). We'll explain which pathway fits the role and the worker.

What is labour market testing?

For many sponsored visas, employers must show they tested the local labour market first. We advise on current requirements and evidence.

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