Employer Sponsored Visa for Australia

Australia's dynamic economy continues to attract skilled professionals worldwide. If you're a skilled worker aiming to contribute to Australia's workforce or an employer seeking international talent, understanding the available visa options is crucial. At Intergate Emigration, we specialize in navigating the complexities of Australia's employer-sponsored visa programs.

Below is an overview of the key visa subclasses:

> Australian Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)

> Australian Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa (Subclass 400)

> Australian Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)

> Australian Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494)

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Skills in Demand Visa for Australia (Subclass 482)

A streamlined pathway for skilled workers to address Australia's labour shortages.

Introduced on 7 December 2024, the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa has replaced the former Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa. This visa allows skilled workers to live and work in Australia for up to 4 years, with a clear pathway to permanent residency. The SID Visa comprises three distinct streams:

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1. Specialist Skills Stream

Eligibility:

• Occupations within ANZSCO Major Groups 1, 2, 4, 5, or 6 (which excludes trades workers, machinery operators, drivers, and laborers)
• Annual salary of currently at least AUD 141,210.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience within the last 5 years.
• Have a relevant skills assessment if this is required for your occupation

Benefits:

• Priority processing with a median time of 10 days.
• No occupation list restrictions.
• Pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme.

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2. Core Skills Stream

Eligibility:

• Occupation listed on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
• Annual salary of currently at least AUD 76,515.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience within the last 5 years.
• Have a relevant skills assessment if this is required for your occupation

Benefits:

• Broad range of eligible occupations.
• Processing time of approximately 40-60 days.
• Pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme.

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3. Labour Agreement Stream

Eligibility:

• Sponsored under a Labour Agreement between an employer and the Australian Government.

Benefits:

• Flexibility for occupations not listed on standard occupation lists.
• Tailored arrangements to meet specific labour market needs.

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Temporary Work Visa for Australia (Short Stay Specialist - Subclass 400)

For highly specialised, short-term work in Australia.

The Subclass 400 visa is designed for professionals undertaking short-term, non-ongoing work (typically up to 3 months, with possible extensions to 6 months in exceptional cases).

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Best suited for:

• Specialists engaged in urgent or unique projects.
• Technical professionals involved in equipment installation, training, or repair.

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Key Requirements:

• Demonstrated need for your specialized skills.
• Evidence of relevant experience.
• No ongoing role in Australia after completion of the task.

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Australian Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)

A pathway to permanent residency for skilled workers.

The Subclass 186 visa allows skilled workers to live and work permanently in Australia if they are nominated by an approved Australian employer. It has three streams:

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1. Temporary Residence Transition Stream

Eligibility:

• Your most recent sponsor for full-time work must have been your current or last employer under your subclass 457 or subclass 482 visa
• At least 2 years of full-time sponsored employment on a 482 or 457 visa in the same occupation in Australia within the last 3 years.
• Usually, you must be under 45 years of age at the time of application ( talk to us about possible exemptions)

Benefits:

• Streamlined transition to permanent residency in Australia.

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2. Direct Entry Stream

Eligibility:

• Occupation listed on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
• At least 3 years of full-time relevant experience, unless exempt.
• Positive skills assessment.
• Usually, you must be under 45 years of age at the time of application ( talk to us about possible exemptions)

Benefits:

• Direct pathway to permanent residency in Australia without prior temporary visa.

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3. Labour Agreement Stream

Eligibility:

• Sponsored under a Labour Agreement.

Benefits:

• Customised arrangements for specific labour market needs.

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Australian Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (Provisional - Subclass 494)

Live and work in regional Australia — with a pathway to permanent residency.

The Subclass 494 visa is a 5-year provisional visa for skilled workers sponsored to work in designated regional areas of Australia. It offers a pathway to permanent residency via the Subclass 191 visa, after 3 years.

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Eligibility:

• Nomination for a role in a regional area.
• Occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list.
• Skills assessment, English requirements, and at least 3 years of relevant work experience.

Benefits:

• Access to Medicare.
• Inclusion of family members.
• Clear pathway to permanent residency in Australia.

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Why Choose Intergate Emigration?

Navigating Australia’s immigration system can be overwhelming. With Intergate Emigration, you benefit from:

• Over 20 years of experience in migration law
• Registered migration agents with up-to-date knowledge of visa policies
• Step-by-step assistance with documents, legal requirements, and follow-ups

Whether you're an employer looking to sponsor skilled workers or a professional pursuing a career in Australia, our expert consultants are here to help.