Visas / Employer sponsored

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Employer Nomination Scheme

A permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer. It lets you and your family live and work in Australia permanently, with a pathway to citizenship.

Visa typePermanent, employer sponsored

StreamsDirect Entry · Temporary Residence Transition · Labour Agreement

Who it suitsSkilled workers with an employer ready to sponsor them permanently

Check your eligibility

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For the employer

Nomination

  • Actively and lawfully operating business
  • Genuine, full-time ongoing position
  • Salary at or above the market rate and threshold

For the applicant

Visa requirements

  • Under 45 at application, unless exempt
  • Competent English
  • Skills assessment and experience (Direct Entry)
  • Health and character requirements

Visa options

Direct Entry

For new or existing employees

Requires a positive skills assessment and at least three years of relevant work experience, unless exempt.

TRT

Temporary Residence Transition

For 482 visa holders who have worked in their nominated occupation on the 482 for the required period.

Labour Agreement

Under an approved agreement

For employers with a labour agreement, including DAMA agreements.

How we help

  1. Assess the streamWe confirm whether Direct Entry, Labour Agreement or TRT fits best.
  2. NominationWe prepare and lodge the employer nomination.
  3. Visa applicationWe prepare and lodge the visa for you and your family.
  4. Through to grantWe handle Department requests to the decision.

This page is general information only and is not migration advice. Requirements change regularly — book a consultation for advice on your circumstances.

Ready to make it permanent?

We’ll check which 186 stream fits you and your employer.

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