Work Visa Australia
Australia offers various work visa categories for skilled workers, professionals, and individuals seeking employment opportunities in the land down under. These visas provide pathways to work legally in Australia and often lead to permanent residence.
Australian work visas are designed to attract skilled workers to fill labor shortages and contribute to the country's economic growth. The system is points-based and focuses on occupations in high demand.
Our team at MigrantPath provides comprehensive support to help you navigate the Australian work visa process and achieve your career goals in Australia.
Types of Work Visas
Australia offers several main categories of work visas:
- 482 TSS Visa: Temporary Skill Shortage visa for employer-sponsored workers
- 186 ENS Visa: Employer Nomination Scheme for permanent residence
- 189 Skilled Independent: Points-based permanent visa (no sponsorship required)
- 190 Skilled Nominated: State/territory nominated permanent visa
- 491 Regional Work: Regional skilled work visa with pathway to PR
- 485 Graduate: Post-study work visa for recent graduates
Why Work in Australia?
- Work in high-demand occupations with competitive salaries
- Pathway to permanent residence and Australian citizenship
- Access to Medicare (public healthcare system)
- Family members can accompany you
- High quality of life and work-life balance
- Beautiful natural environment and outdoor lifestyle
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for an Australian work visa, you must meet the following conditions:
- Have an occupation on the skilled occupation list
- Obtain a positive skills assessment from relevant authority
- Meet English proficiency requirements (IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL)
- Meet age requirements (typically under 45 for most visas)
- Pass health and character requirements
- Obtain sufficient points (for points-based visas like 189, 190, 491)
- Have relevant work experience and qualifications
Application Process
The Australian work visa application process typically involves these steps:
- Step 1: Get your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority
- Step 2: Take English proficiency test (IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL)
- Step 3: Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect system
- Step 4: Receive invitation to apply from Department of Home Affairs
- Step 5: Submit complete visa application with all required documents
- Step 6: Receive visa approval and travel to Australia
Points Test System
For points-based visas, you need to score at least 65 points. Points are awarded for:
- Age: 25-32 years (30 points), 33-39 years (25 points)
- English: Superior (20 points), Proficient (10 points)
- Work Experience: 8+ years overseas (15 points), 5+ years in Australia (10 points)
- Education: PhD (20 points), Bachelor's degree (15 points)
- Australian Study: 5 points for Australian qualifications
- Regional Study: 5 points for study in regional areas
- Partner Skills: 10 points for partner with skills assessment
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