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Overview
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What you get
Key entitlements granted to visa holders.
- Work in Australia for up to 4 years for your sponsor or up to 5 years if you are a Hong Kong passport holder
- Study (you won't receive government assistance)
- Travel to and from Australia as many times as you want, while the visa is valid
- Have your employer sponsor you for permanent residence through the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186).
Eligibility
High-level requirements. Detailed criteria are on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Be working under a labour agreement
The nominated occupation must be the subject of a labour agreement between the Commonwealth and the nominator. See the labour agreement under which you will be working.
Have at least 1 year of work experience
Unless otherwise specified in the Labour Agreement, you have gained at least 12 months relevant full-time work experience, or equivalent, within the last 5 years. Work carried out on a part-time or casual basis must be equivalent to at least 12 months full-time work.
Be nominated
You must be nominated.
Meet our health requirement
You and any family members who apply for the visa with you must meet our health requirement.
Meet our character requirement
You and family members aged 16 years and over who apply for the visa with you must meet our character requirement.
Have a level of English language suitable for your occupation
Have the level of English language suitable for the nominated occupation. English language requirements equivalent to the subclass 482 (Skills in Demand) visa will generally apply unless the labour agreement provides an English language concession.
Sign the Australian values statement
If you are 18 years of age or older, you must confirm you will respect the Australian way of life and obey Australian laws when you agree to or sign an Australian Values Statement.
Have adequate health insurance
You are personally liable for all your healthcare costs while you are in Australia. Medical insurance helps limit your financial liability.
You must have adequate health cover for the whole of your stay to be granted this visa. Your cover should cover you for medically necessary treatment, including transport.
See what we consider adequate health insurance.
See more about health insurance for overseas visitors.
Reciprocal healthcare agreements
Some countries have a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Australia. Find out more from Services Australia about reciprocal healthcare agreements.
Have paid back your debt to the Australian government
If you or any family members (including those who don't apply for the visa with you) owe the Australian government money, you or they must have paid it back or arranged to pay it back.
Not have had a visa cancelled or a previous application refused
We will consider your immigration history when we make a decision on your application, which means you might not be eligible for this visa if you have had a visa cancelled or refused.
In some circumstances you may still apply for a permanent visa if you have had a visa cancelled or an application refused see Limitations on applications in Australia.
If applying for a visa from outside Australia see Can I go to Australia.
If you want immigration assistance, see Who can help with your visa application.
Costs & fees
Indicative fees for the main applicant and family members.