Here are the key hurdle criteria for a work visa in Australia
What are my options?
To be eligible for a work visa in Australia you need to meet some key general criteria. Most of these are subject to special exemptions so check with a professional about whether you are eligible for exemptions. Here are the standard criteria for each “work” visa:
| Temporary Visas | |||
| 457 | 489 State Sponsored | 489 Family Sponsored | |
| Age | No age restriction | <50 years old | <50 years old |
| English | Vocational English | Competent English | Competent English |
| Occupation | CSOL | CSOL | SOL |
| Skills Assessment | Some | Yes | Yes |
| Location | Anywhere | Regional | Regional |
| Sponsor Required? | Employer | State | Family |
| Points Required? | No | Yes | Yes |
| Bonus Points? | n.a | Yes | Yes |
| Permanent Visas | ||||
| 186 | 187 | 189 | 190 | |
| Age | <50 years old | <50 years old | <50 years old | <50 years old |
| English | Competent English | Competent English | Competent English | Competent English |
| Occupation | SOL | Skill Level 3+ | SOL | State Occupation List |
| Skills Assessment | Yes | Some | Yes | Yes |
| Location | Anywhere | Regional | Anywhere | State |
| Sponsor Required? | Employer | Employer | No | State |
| Points Required? | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Bonus Points? | n.a | n.a | No | Yes |
Also there are other visas that are designed to allow migrants to work (for example temporary work short stay visa 400). These visas are generally only for short periods (such as 3 months). And of course, all other permanent visas allow the visa holder to work (eg. partner visa).
For more information about how you might be eligible for a particular visa, contact us.