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This visa is for Australian companies wishing to employ highly skilled employees from overseas on a temporary basis. This visa leads in to permanent sponsorship by the employer, if that option is desired by the employee and the employer. This visa is commonly known as the ‘457’ visa. Attracting skilled overseas workers on this visa is currently a very high priority for the Australian Government, given the skills shortage. There are also concessions if the nominated position is in a regional area of Australia. Spouses accompanying the visa holder have unrestricted work rights. How we can help: We can advise with regard to whether or not this type of visa is appropriate. Once this has been established we can handle every aspect of the application process, with a view to making it as streamlined and stress-free as possible. This will include preparation of the relevant application forms, collation of required supporting documentation and liaison with the authorities. Please contact Cameron Stone or click here for full contact information. |
A Temporary business visa is valid for employment of a minimum period of three months and a maximum of four years, and is usually granted for four years. Sponsoring an employee to work temporarily in Australia involves three steps:
- the employer is approved as a ‘sponsor’;
- the employer ‘nominates’ a position(s); and
- the prospective employee applies for the visa.
Step 1: Sponsorship - In order to be a sponsor, the employer must:
- Be a lawfully and actively operating business
- Be a direct employer of the employee
- Have a good business record and have abided by immigration laws
- Be of economic benefit to Australia, and employ either Australian citizens or permanent residents
- Advance the skills of its employees (particularly through training of either Australian citizens or permanent residents)
If the employer does not have a presence in Australia, but there is an intention to establish representation there, or fulfill a contract or undertake other business activities, sponsorship can still be approved according to the above criteria.
The sponsorship must specify the number of employees who will be employed, and will be valid for two years.
By being approved as a sponsor, the employer has obligations to the employee, and to adhere to relevant immigration and employment laws.
Step 2: Nomination – The position is ‘nominated’ by the employer. The position must:
- Meet a minimum skill requirement (be on a specified list of occupations)
- Meet a minimum salary requirement
There are concessions to both the skill and salary requirement if the nominated position is in a regional area.
Step 3: Application – The employee must:
- Demonstrate that they have the qualifications, experience and skills required to perform the nominated position; and
- Meet English language, health and character requirements
Labour agreements are a separate option for larger numbers of workers required to meet a particular skills shortage. Click here for further information.
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