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AUSTRALIA

AUSTRALIA Work Permit

Obtaining a work permit for Australia involves several steps, including determining your eligibility, choosing the appropriate visa subclass, securing a job offer, and applying for the visa. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you through the process:

  1. Determine Eligibility

Before applying, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for an Australian work permit. This includes having relevant skills, qualifications, work experience, and meeting health and character requirements.

  1. Choose the Right Visa Subclass

Australia offers several work visa subclasses. The most common ones are:

  • Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482): For skilled workers to fill positions where there is a labor shortage.
  • Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): For skilled workers not sponsored by an employer, state, or territory.
  • Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): For skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
  • Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Subclass 186): For skilled workers nominated by their employer for permanent residence.
  • Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) Visa (Subclass 187): For skilled workers nominated by an employer in regional Australia.
  • Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa (Subclass 400): For short-term, highly specialized work.
  • Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417): For young people (18-30 years old) from eligible countries who want to holiday and work in Australia.
  1. Secure a Job Offer and Nomination

For employer-sponsored visas, you need a job offer from an Australian employer. The employer must also nominate you for the visa.

  • Job Offer: Obtain a written job offer from an Australian employer.
  • Nomination: The employer submits a nomination application to the Department of Home Affairs. The nomination must be approved before you can apply for the visa.
  1. Skills Assessment and Points Test

For certain visa subclasses, you may need to undergo a skills assessment and meet the points test requirements.

  • Skills Assessment: Ensure your skills are assessed by the relevant assessing authority.
  • Points Test: For points-based visas (e.g., Subclass 189 and 190), you need to score a minimum number of points based on factors like age, English proficiency, work experience, and education.
  1. Gather Required Documents

Prepare all necessary documents for your visa application. These typically include:

  • Valid passport
  • Proof of your skills and qualifications (e.g., degrees, certificates)
  • Employment references and work experience documents
  • English language test results (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
  • Health examination results
  • Police clearance certificate
  • Evidence of financial stability (if required)
  1. Complete the Application
  2. Biometrics and Health Checks

You may need to provide biometrics (fingerprints and a photo) and undergo health checks as part of your application.

  1. Wait for Processing
  2. Decision

Once your application is processed, you will receive a decision. If approved, you will receive your visa grant notification.

  1. Travel to Australia
  • Prepare for Travel: Book your travel to Australia and make necessary arrangements.
  • Present Documents: Upon arrival in Australia, present your visa grant notification and other required documents to the border officer.
  1. After Arrival
  • Tax File Number (TFN): Apply for a TFN to work in Australia.
  • Adhere to Visa Conditions: Follow the conditions specified in your visa, including the type of work, employer, and location.

Extensions and Permanent Residency

  • Extensions: If you wish to extend your stay or change employers, apply for a new visa before your current one expires.

Permanent Residency: Explore pathways to permanent residency if you wish to stay in Australia long-term.

General Process for Subclass 403 Visa

  1. Determine Eligibility

Before applying, ensure you meet the specific eligibility criteria for the stream you are applying under. Common eligibility requirements include:

  • You must have a valid passport.
  • You must meet the health and character requirements.
  • You must have adequate health insurance for your stay in Australia.
  • You must genuinely intend to stay temporarily in Australia.
  1. Gather Required Documents

The documents required can vary depending on the specific stream of the subclass 403 visa you are applying for. Generally, the following documents may be needed:

  • Valid passport.
  • Proof of adequate health insurance.
  • Health examination results.
  • Police clearance certificate.
  • Documents specific to the stream, such as an official invitation, letter of support, or employment contract.
  1. Complete the Application
  2. Biometrics and Health Checks

You may be required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and a photo) and undergo health checks as part of your application.

  1. Wait for Processing
  2. Decision

Once your application is processed, you will receive a decision. If approved, you will receive your visa grant notification.

  1. Travel to Australia
  • Prepare for Travel: Book your travel to Australia and make necessary arrangements.
  • Present Documents: Upon arrival in Australia, present your visa grant notification and other required documents to the border officer.
  1. After Arrival
  • Adhere to Visa Conditions: Follow the conditions specified in your visa, which may include the type of work, employer, and location.

Specific Stream Requirements and Processes

Government Agreement Stream

  • Eligibility: You must be invited to work in Australia by an Australian Government agency under an intergovernmental agreement.
  • Documents: Invitation letter, proof of government agreement.

Foreign Government Agency Stream

  • Eligibility: You must be an employee of a foreign government agency or a government agency that is not covered by the Diplomatic Privileges and Immunities Act 1967.
  • Documents: Proof of employment with the foreign government agency.

Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) Stream

  • Eligibility: You must be employed as a domestic worker by a diplomat or consular official.
  • Documents: Employment contract, proof of the diplomat’s or consular official’s status.

Privileges and Immunities Stream

  • Eligibility: You must hold a position covered by an international agreement providing privileges and immunities.
  • Documents: Proof of your position and the relevant international agreement.

Seasonal Worker Program Stream

  • Eligibility: You must be invited to participate in the Seasonal Worker Program to fill a shortage in the Australian agricultural or accommodation sector.

Documents: Invitation letter from an approved employer.

General Process for Subclass 407 Visa

  1. Determine Eligibility

Before applying, ensure you meet the specific eligibility criteria for the subclass 407 visa:

  • Age: You must be 18 years or older.
  • Sponsor: You must have a sponsor that is approved as a temporary activities sponsor.
  • Nomination: You must be nominated (unless your sponsor is a Commonwealth agency).
  • Purpose: You must be coming to Australia for occupational training or professional development.
  • Health and Character Requirements: You must meet certain health and character requirements.
  • Financial Support: You must have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.
  • English Proficiency: You must have adequate English language skills.
  1. Secure a Sponsor and Nomination

You need a sponsor who is an approved temporary activities sponsor in Australia. The sponsor must nominate you for the training program.

  • Approved Sponsor: Ensure your sponsor is an approved temporary activities sponsor.
  • Nomination: The sponsor submits a nomination application to the Department of Home Affairs.
  1. Gather Required Documents

Prepare all necessary documents for your visa application. These typically include:

  • Valid Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay.
  • Proof of Sponsorship and Nomination: Documents from your sponsor and nomination approval.
  • Purpose of Training: Detailed information about the training program and how it will benefit your career.
  • Proof of Skills and Qualifications: Evidence of your skills, qualifications, and work experience.
  • English Language Proficiency: Test results such as IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
  • Health Insurance: Proof of adequate health insurance for your stay in Australia.
  • Financial Stability: Evidence of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.
  • Health Examination: Medical examination results (if required).
  • Police Clearance: Police clearance certificates (if required).
  1. Complete the Application
  2. Biometrics and Health Checks

You may be required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and a photo) and undergo health checks as part of your application.

  1. Wait for Processing
  2. Decision

Once your application is processed, you will receive a decision. If approved, you will receive your visa grant notification.

  1. Travel to Australia
  • Prepare for Travel: Book your travel to Australia and make necessary arrangements.
  • Present Documents: Upon arrival in Australia, present your visa grant notification and other required documents to the border officer.
  1. After Arrival
  • Adhere to Visa Conditions: Follow the conditions specified in your visa, including participating in the training program and maintaining health insurance.

Extensions and Pathways to Other Visas

  • Extensions: If you wish to extend your stay, apply for a new visa before your current one expires.

Other Visas: Explore pathways to other visas if you wish to continue working or stay in Australia long-term.