Australia is a top destination for skilled workers looking for job opportunities and long-term residency. If you're a qualified professional or tradesperson, an Employer-Sponsored Visa can help you move to Australia, work legally, and even gain permanent residency (PR).

Employer-sponsored visas allow skilled foreign workers to live and work in Australia when sponsored by an approved Australian employer. These visas help fill skill shortages in various industries, such as healthcare, IT, engineering, construction, and trades. Some of these visas provide a pathway to permanent residency (PR).
 

To qualify for an employer-sponsored visa, you must:
✅ Have a job offer from an approved Australian employer.
✅ Work in an occupation listed on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List (SOL).
✅ Meet the skills, qualifications, and experience required for the job.
✅ Score at least IELTS 5.0 or equivalent (for most skilled visas).
✅ Pass health and character checks.

✔ Work Legally in Australia for your sponsoring employer.
✔ Bring Family Members (spouse & dependent children).
✔ Pathway to PR (depending on visa type).
✔ Live & Work in Regional Areas (some visas require this).
✔ Access to Medicare (for permanent visas).

Step 1: Find an Employer Sponsor
* Search for jobs with visa sponsorship on websites like Seek, Indeed, LinkedIn, and Workforce Australia.
* Target industries with high demand (healthcare, IT, engineering, trades, construction).
* Apply for jobs and mention your willingness to relocate to Australia.
Step 2: Employer Sponsorship
Approval
* The Australian employer must become an approved sponsor.
* Employer submits a Nomination
Application to the Department of Home Affairs.
Step 3: Submit Your Visa
Application
* Apply online through ImmiAccount.
* Upload required documents (passport, qualifications, work experience,
English test results).
* Pay visa fees.
Step 4: Health & Character Checks
* Complete a medical exam through an approved panel doctor.
* Obtain a police clearance certificate from your home country.
Step 5: Visa Processing & Approval
* Processing times vary by visa type (see below).
* If approved, you receive a visa grant letter and can move to Australia.