Employer Sponsored Visas: How to Apply and Eligibility
Employer Sponsored Visas Australia
Employer Sponsored Visas allow employers to fill labor shortages by bringing in skilled workers when they can’t find suitably skilled Australian workers. To be eligible, you must have sponsorship from a registered Australian employer. For nomination, you need to have at least 2 years of experience in the listed occupation for a temporary visa or 3 years for a permanent visa. The approval process for the nomination typically takes 4 to 6 weeks, while the visa grant processing time can range from 2 to 10 months. This program offers both temporary and permanent visa options under the Employer Sponsored category.
Target Visa Consultancy is here to help you navigate the requirements and application process for the Skilled Employer Sponsored Visa, ensuring you meet all necessary criteria and maximize your chances of success.
Temporary Skills Shortage visa
This temporary visa lets an employer sponsor a suitably skilled worker to fill a position they can’t find a suitably skilled Australian to fill. This visa has a total of three streams: short-term, medium-term, and labour agreement stream. Generally, to get this visa, you must be sponsored by an approved sponsor and have the right skills to do the job. You will need to provide the necessary evidence for the English proficiency for the respective stream. The average processing time for this visa is 9 months. If eligible, this visa may lead you to a permanent residency visa. You can be at any age to be able to apply. You must organize a health examination and must meet health and character requirements.
- Short Term stream
This visa lets you live and work in Australia temporarily. This visa enables employers to address labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers where employers can’t source an appropriately skilled Australian worker. Before you can apply for a TSS visa, your proposed employer will need to submit a nomination application for you. They will only be able to do this if they are an approved sponsor or have at least submitted an application to become a Standard business sponsor.
You may be eligible to apply for permanent residency through Employer Sponsored Visas if you meet the necessary requirements. To qualify, you must be nominated by an approved sponsor for an occupation listed on the STSOL. You need at least 2 years of work experience in your nominated occupation or related field within the last 5 years (this doesn’t have to be continuous). Experience from a PhD, clinical or industry placement, internship, or apprenticeship may be considered. Generally, full-time work is required, but equivalent part-time work may also be accepted, though casual work will not. You may need to submit a relevant skills assessment if required for your occupation. As part of Employer Sponsored Visas, you must work only for your sponsor and provide proof of English proficiency with a minimum overall score of 5 bands and at least 4.5 in each module, unless exempt. There is no age limit when applying for this visa. You must meet health and character requirements, prove your Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) status, and maintain adequate health cover for the duration of your visa. Processing times can range from 3 to 15 months, and the visa application fee is AUD 1290. With this visa, you must comply with conditions 8303, 8501, and 8607.
Sponsored Visa Overview
Diploma of Nursing
Education:
12th grade or equivalent education
English language Proficiency:
IELTS-at least 7.0, or PTE-65
Bachelor of Nursing
Education:
12th grade or equivalent education
English language Proficiency:
IELTS-at least 7.0, or PTE-65
Master of Nursing
Education:
An undergraduate degree
English language Proficiency:
7.0 overall score, may differ as per university.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a number of visas being provided by the Government of Australia as listed on the Department of Home Affairs website, however, all visas are not the same, as each visa comes with a set of conditions attached to it. Choosing the right visa that leads to permanent residency, and allows dependents, work, and healthcare rights is the key. It is quite possible that you are applying for a visa that won’t get you too far. Therefore, it is always best to seek the advice of an expert. Speak with us today to find out the visa for you!
You can apply for an Australian visa either through an online application or via a paper application. These days, online application is more practical for storing and accessing your information. However, a few nations (or visa sorts) may not be qualified for the online application and in those cases, a paper application through an embassy should be submitted. For each kind of application, there are particular guidelines you have to follow while applying for the visa. Here are the steps that you need to follow in order to apply for an online visa:
- Create an online account
- Select the visa type
- Fill in the Australian visa form
- Attach the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application
- Wait for the outcome
In order to save time and effort and avoid rejection, we always recommend applying through our Registered Migration Agents.
Book a FREE 30-minute consultation with one of our migration agents to discuss the process further.
The following documents are generally submitted with your visa application for Australia:
- Passport
- Australian Visa Form
- Paid Visa Fee
- National Identity Card
- Police Certificate
- Family Certificates
- Evidence of Financial Capacity
- Health Insurance Certificate
- Evidence of Temporary/Permanent Stay
A permanent visa allows you to remain in Australia indefinitely. If you want to apply for permanent residency, there are a number of requirements you need to meet. You can make an application on humanitarian grounds, as a migrant, or as part of a family unit. For more information about how to become a permanent resident speak with one of our registered migration agents today!
In order to ensure genuine skills needs and help businesses continue to grow, the Department of Home Affairs of Australia regularly reviews and updates the Skilled Occupation List. This is mainly comprised of Short-Term Skilled Occupation List, Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List and Regional Occupation List. The latest skills list can be found on the Department of Home Affairs website.
If you plan to live in Australia for the long term and want to migrate, then choosing a regional area for your studies would be a wise decision as it comes with numerous benefits, including a lower cost of living, a laidback lifestyle, the fact that you could get extra points towards permanent residency and a possible opportunity of getting a post-graduate visa for up to 4 years.
