Several paths exist based on qualifications and objectives for those seeking job opportunities in Australia and obtaining a work visa.
Australia provides multiple visa types for job seekers, such as:
- Skilled Work Visas:
These visas are designed for people who want to live and work in Australia and can be permanent or temporary. These visas are:
- Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): This is for competent people without employer or state/territory sponsorship.
- Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190): This visa needs nomination by an Australian state or territory government.
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491): This is a temporary visa for regional Australia that offers a path to permanent residency.
- Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482): Employers can temporarily sponsor skilled workers.
- Employer-Sponsored Visas:
- Australian employers may sponsor overseas workers if suitable local candidates are unavailable. These visa options include:
- Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa (subclass 186): A permanent visa for skilled workers with employer sponsorship.
- Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494): A temporary visa for regional Australia, sponsored by an employer, that can transition to permanent residency.
- Working Holiday Maker Program:
Individuals aged 18 to 30 may qualify for a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417 or 462). This visa allows them to travel and work in Australia for a period of time.