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A comprehensive resource for all types of Australian Visas

We know how valuable it is for you to obtain Australian Visas, as someone who is committed to gain knowledge about Australias migration programs, we know how frustrating and bewildering it can be to obtain an Australian visa, and in the process have a company wanting to sponsor you. It is our goal to help you navigate through the immigration order to prepare and apply for your Australian visas.

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process and help you to migrate to Australia. We advise you and make you understand what steps need to be taken in

Guide provides Information About The changes in the Australian visa process, highlights the Expression of Interest and SkillSelect process Skilled Independent Visa [subclass-189] Employer Nomination Scheme [subclass-186] Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme [subclass-187] Skilled Nominated Visa [subclass-190] Skilled - Nominated or Sponsored Visa (Provisional) [subclass-489] Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?

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Read through the below guide to find out all about the new Australian Visa process through the EOI (Expression of Interest) and Skill-Select How the SkillSelect Program Works? The Australian Government launched a new program titled "SkillSelect" and replaced the existing Australian GSM Migration with SkillSelect program. SkillSelect program is only available as an online service that helps skilled workers and investors interested in migrating to Australia to register their details and be considered for a skilled visa through an Expression of Interest (EOI) even before applying for a visa. Before filing EOI, prospective applicants need to obtain a positive skill assessment and pass the IELTS exam (which is an English language assessment test). Post filing an EOI, applicants may be invited to apply for a visa depending on the points they obtain and various other factors. The SkillSelect Program is essentially a two step process: All applicants will first have to submit an EOI with claims for their skilled migration Post reviewing the EOI, the DIAC may invite the applicants to apply and prove they fulfill all the criteria, which has been mentioned in the EOI There are various options that you can consider ensuring that you receive an invitation from DIAC. Applying for a nomination by Australian employers is one of the best options. The other option that applicants can choose is to apply for State Sponsorship where the state occupations lists contain additional occupations than available on the Skilled Occupations List, and there are genuine opportunities for a wide range of occupations. Decision Making Process There are many options that applicants need to consider before filing an EOI with DIAC. While filing an EOI, you have lots of questions that need answers, here are few of the questions that may likely surface: a) Is your nominated occupation on the Skilled or Consolidated Skilled Occupations List? b) Would your skills & qualifications be recognized by the relevant assessing authority? c) Do you have the potential to obtain the necessary points? d) Will you have to appear for an IELTS test? e) Do you have relevant & recent work experience in your nominated occupation? f ) Can you provide verifiable proof of your job or business history? g) Which state or territory do you want to reside? h) Can you meet nomination criteria for each state & territory? i) Is your nominated occupation on the state or territory government skills list? j) Will you need to pass any health & character issues that could lead to denial of the application

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?
Key Information required in your EOI Australia manages its skilled migration program. SkillSelect has been designed to ensure that the skilled migration program helps the economic needs of Australia and its provinces. It will help the Australian Government in managing who can apply for skilled migration, when they can apply and also controlling the numbers. As a result, the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) expects to reduce the time taken to process any Australian visa application. SkillSelect also helps address regional skill shortages in Australia. SkillSelect allows intending migrants to indicate if they are willing to live and work in regional Australia. This will be of particular shortages and state and territory governments to encourage migrants to settle in regional Australia.

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immigration process, the main EOI elements that you will need to supply includes: Personal Details Skills & Talents Education/Credentials Experience Visa Choices Geographic preferences (if any) Sponsorship by Employers Employers will be able to search for applicants using a variety of powerful search tools in the they need for the their business: Work Experience Occupation English speaking ability Business experience Business assets & investment funds

What does the DIAC Program Manager look like? The following is a example of the DIAC Program Manager

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?
Nomination by State and Territory Governments

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applicants for nomination. Hence, you need to ensure that you are providing the right information in your EOI

State and territory governments can look in the powerful SkillSelect tool and determine potential

If a State or Territory government shows interest in your EOI, SkillSelect will then create an invitation to be issued to these selected nominees on behalf of the state and territory governments.
Occupational Ceilings: How does it work?

selected for skilled migration from occupation groups. The ceilings are set by DIAC.

There is a limit on how many EOIs are

Invitation Criteria Independent

Highest score Occupation on SOL

Once this limit is reached, no further invitations for that particular occupation group will be issued.

State and Territory Nominated Over pass mark Nominated Within State Migration Plan

Employer Sponsored Sought after attributes Sponsored

Visa Application - Process Flow

Email notification and SkillSelect inbox Clients claims in SkillSelect are frozen upon the

issue of invitation Direct to eLodgement Certain information cannot be edited once invite is issued

that formed the basis of the invitation, a processing flag will be created SkillSelect will record and pass all relevant nomination details for State and Territory Nominated visas via eLodgement

If the client changes any information in eLodgement

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?
Nomination by State and Territory Governments

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applicants for nomination. Hence, you need to ensure that you are providing the right information in your EOI

State and territory governments can look in the powerful SkillSelect tool and determine potential

If a State or Territory government shows interest in your EOI, SkillSelect will then create an invitation to be issued to these selected nominees on behalf of the state and territory governments.
Occupational Ceilings: How does it work?

selected for skilled migration from occupation groups. The ceilings are set by DIAC.

There is a limit on how many EOIs are

Invitation Criteria Independent

Highest score Occupation on SOL

Once this limit is reached, no further invitations for that particular occupation group will be issued.

State and Territory Nominated Over pass mark Nominated Within State Migration Plan

Employer Sponsored Sought after attributes Sponsored

Visa Application - Process Flow

Email notification and SkillSelect inbox Clients claims in SkillSelect are frozen upon the

issue of invitation Direct to eLodgement Certain information cannot be edited once invite is issued

that formed the basis of the invitation, a processing flag will be created SkillSelect will record and pass all relevant nomination details for State and Territory Nominated visas via eLodgement

If the client changes any information in eLodgement

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?

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What is the Australian SkillSelect Program all about?
Introduction to the Points System

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If you wish to emigrate to Australia under the SkilledIndependent category or the SkilledSponsored category, you will be assessed against points table. Points are awarded for: Age English Language proficiency Australian work experience Overseas work experience Recognized qualifications Designated Language Partners skills State or Territory nomination Regional Study Designated Area Sponsorship

(sponsored by an Australian relative)

Consolidated Sponsored Occupation List (CSOL) Please visit the following link to view the Consolidated Sponsored Occupation List (CSOL):

http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/_pdf/sol-schedule1-2.pdf
If you apply for a General Skilled Migration visa on or after 1st July 2012 and you are not nominated by a state or territory government, you must nominate an occupation from Schedule 1 of the SOL. If you apply for a General Skilled Migration visa on or after 1st July 2012 and you are nominated by a State or Territory Government, a direct entry stream Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (ENS), a Subclass 457 (Business Long Stay) visa or a Subclass 442 (Occupational Trainee) visa you must nominate an occupation from either:

Schedule 1- Skilled Occupation List Schedule 2 - Consolidated Sponsored Occupation List

The requirements for an Australian Skilled Visa are as follows: Skills Assessment Applicants who require a skills assessment as part of their visa application must notify relevant assessing authority directly to obtain a skill assessment. The assessing authority will provide all necessary applications forms and associated information relating to the assessment. There will be a charge by the assessing authorities for the assessment.

Age - You must be under 50 when you apply for Australian Skilled Visa English language - You should have sufficient competence in the English
language to work in Australia Nominated occupation - When you apply, you select a skilled occupation, which as per your skills and qualifications. Your nominated occupation must be found on the Skilled Occupations List Skills assessment - Before you apply, you must have your skills assessed by the Australian Assessing Authority designated to assess your nominated occupation (which will usually have specific qualifications requirements) Health assessment - You should be of reasonably robust health and all dependent applicants must have their health assessed by a panel doctor and undergo a medical examination and Character assessment You and your dependents should have an impeccable character

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Visa Features
This visa allows you and your accompanying family members to:
Live and work permanently in Australia Study in Australia Enroll in Medicare, Australias scheme for health-related care and expenses Access certain social security payments (subject to waiting periods) Apply for Australian citizenship (subject to residency criteria) Sponsor family members for permanent residence

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Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

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The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is for skilled workers who do not need to be sponsored by relatives or nominated by a state or territory. To be able to lodge a valid application for this visa you need to submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect.
To apply for this visa you must: Be invited to apply Be younger than 50 years of age when you are invited to apply Nominate an occupation that matches your skills and qualifications and is on the relevant Skilled Occupation List (SOL) Have your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority as appropriate for your nominated occupation Have at least competent English Score at least 60 on the Points Test and Meet the health and character requirements Visa Application Process The Skilled Independent (subclass 189) visa is based on a 3 Step application process.

Step 2 Step 1
The first Step of the application process involves completing a skills assessment with the relevant government body. Your skills assessment enables the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) to evaluate if you have the right level of competence in your chosen profession to practice in Australia. Once you have received a positive skills assessment, you will need to submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect.

Step 3
Once you have been issued an intention to apply (ITA), you can continue to the DIAC Step of the application, where you can submit your final, complete application to the DIAC

Visa Features This visa allows you and your accompanying family members to:

Live and work permanently in Australia Study in Australia Enroll in Medicare, Australias scheme for health-related care and expenses Access certain social security payments (subject to waiting periods) Apply for Australian citizenship (subject to residency criteria) sponsor family members for permanent
residence

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Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
Visa Application Process The Employer Nominated Scheme (ENS) consists of 2 distinct Steps:

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Step 1 - Nomination by an employer

To nominate a position under the Employer Nomination Scheme the employer must Operate an active and legitimate business in Australia Have a genuine need for a paid employee to fill a skilled position Offer a skilled position in the applicants area that is full-time and continuing for at least two years Pay a fair salary rate Comply with Australian immigration and workplace relations laws Have no negative information against you or your business Nominate a skilled position. This position must be: On the Consolidated Sponsored Occupation List for the Direct Entry stream Consistent or similar to a position sponsored by the Standard Business Sponsor under the subclass 457 visa program for the Temporary Residence Transition stream Meet the training benchmark for the Direct Entry stream, and continues or is committed to meeting the training requirements for the subclass 457 visa program for the Temporary Residence Transition stream. The position in the company's office must: Be full-time and available for at least 3 years Be in accordance with the standards for working conditions provided under Australian industrial laws Correspond to an occupation on the ENS List of Occupations and Attract a base salary that is at least the minimum wages that has been published in a government Gazette Notice for the occupation

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Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
Visa Application Process The Employer Nominated Scheme (ENS) consists of 2 distinct Steps:

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Step 2 - Nominee's application for a visa

To be able to lodge a valid application for this visa you have the option to first submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect To apply for a permanent visa under the Employer Nomination Scheme, you must: Be nominated by an approved employer Should be less than 50 years of age Meet the skills and qualifications requirements Meet English language requirements

The promising factor about this visa is that there are options for exemptions relating to age, skills and English language proficiency. These depend on your nominated occupation, income and previous work experience. In other words, applicants can be exempted on the following: Over 50 years of age Less than 3 years experience in the occupation Fewer skills and qualification Less than vocational English.

If your profession requires you to hold any kind of license or registration to work in Australia (for example, registered nurse or licensed plumber), you must also be able to hold the required license or registration before you apply under the Australian Employer Nomination Scheme.

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Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
Visa Features

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The Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (subclass-186) is for skilled workers who are nominated by Australian employers as part of the Permanent Employer Sponsored Visa Program. Top Occupational Groups: Managers and Administrators Professionals Associate Professionals Tradespersons and related workers. The Government Gazette notice which specified the ENS List of Occupations also specifies a minimum salary level for specific occupations. The ENS visa (subclass-186) allows applicants and accompanying family members to: Live and work permanently in Australia Option to study in Australia Enroll in Medicare (Australia's scheme for health-related care and expenses) Access certain social security payments Apply for Australian citizenship

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Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions How long will my Expression of Interest (EOI) stay in Skill Select? Your EOI would be in the system for approximately two years. If you are granted a permanent or temporary visa during this time, your EOI will be removed from the Skill Select system. You can also voluntarily terminate or delete your EOI from Skill Select at any point. The DIAC would remove your EOI if at any point of time you violate the terms and conditions. Can I submit an EOI in Australia? Yes, as long as you meet the following requirements. If submitting an EOI in Australia, you should know that: The EOI is not a visa application, and you would not be granted a bridging visa If you are invited to present a visa application, you must meet the requirements to be granted that visa If you are in Australia, you should be in Australia lawfully (holding a substantive visa or abridging Visa A or B) Will I need to provide a statement in my EOI? No, you do not have to provide a statement when you submit your EOI. The EOI will ask questions based on the visas you are interested in, your answers will hold enough information for your EOI to be considered for selection.

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If I am not invited, can I be reimbursed for the skills assessment and English language test? No, there is no guarantee that submitting an Express of Interest (EOI) will result in an invitation from DIAC to apply for an Australian visa. You are not entitled to any reimbursement on costs incurred in preparing an EOI.

Who will have access to my details in the EOI database? This will depend on your visa preferences that you have selected, as part of the EOI process, you will be asked to select the skilled visas) you are interested in. If you wish to be considered for a state or territory or employer sponsored visa, you are allowing state or territory governments and/or employers to access your details Skill Select. Employers will not be able to see any identifying information such as your name, date of birth, gender, or nationality. Employers can only access information that will help them to consider you for employment; this includes your occupation, your experience, and English proficiency.

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Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions Who can submit an EOI? All intending migrants, as long as they meet the relevant Australian visa requirements Any intending immigrant can submit an EOI. However, in order to submit an EOI they must meet the necessary visa requirements for the visas they are expressing interest in If invited to apply for an Australian visa the intending immigrant must either be outside Australia, or be lawfully in Australia to make a valid visa application Would I need to submit an EOI? It depends on the type of visa you are interested in The following list provides an overview of the visas you can submit an EOI for: Independent or Family Sponsored Yes - EOI mandatory Regional Sponsored (Provisional) Yes EOI mandatory Business Skills Yes - EOI mandatory State or territory Sponsored Yes - EOI mandatory Employer Sponsored No - EOI optional Subclass 457 No - EOI optional

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How can I find out where I am ranked? You will not be able to see your ranking. However, when you submit your EOI, you will be shown your points score, but you will not be able to view your ranking position. This is because the ranking is dynamic and your ranking will change as people enter and leave Skill Select. After each invitation round for the independent and family sponsored visas, the department will publish on the DIAC website the lowest scoring points test score that allowed an EOI to be invited for each occupation group. This will give you an indication of your potential for receiving an invitation in subsequent rounds. If I am not invited to present a visa application, will I be entitled to review rights? As an EOI is not a visa application, you cannot access merits review by the Migration Review Tribunal (MRT). The review process is individuals whose Australian visa application has been refused or cancelled. Is there a physical form I can send in? No, you cannot fill up an application form manually and post it, all EOIs must be submitted online using Skill Select tool. Can I submit an EOI if I have not completed an English language test, Skills assessment or Job Ready program? No, if this is a requirement for the visas that you are submitting an EOI for. If you are submitting an EOI for points based visa, you must have completed an English language test, skills assessment or

What if my circumstances change after submitting my EOI? If your circumstances change, you can update your EOI in Skill Select. You should update your details to indicate any additional qualifications or experience that you have obtained, Skill Select will automatically improve your ranking, and this may increase your ability to be selected.

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Regional Sponsored Migration
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187)

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The Regional Skilled Migration Scheme (RSMS) allows employers in regional or low population growth areas of Australia to fill key skilled positions which they are unable to fill from the local job market due to lack of skills.

An employer can take part in the scheme if their business is in any area except the following cities

Brisbane Gold Coast Newcastle Sydney Wollongong Melbourne and Perth

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Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
Visa Features

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The Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (subclass-186) is for skilled workers who are nominated by Australian employers as part of the Permanent Employer Sponsored Visa Program. Top Occupational Groups: Managers and Administrators Professionals Associate Professionals Tradespersons and related workers. The Government Gazette notice which specified the ENS List of Occupations also specifies a minimum salary level for specific occupations. The ENS visa (subclass-186) allows applicants and accompanying family members to: Live and work permanently in Australia Option to study in Australia Enroll in Medicare (Australia's scheme for health-related care and expenses) Access certain social security payments Apply for Australian citizenship

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Step 3 - Visa Nominee Requirements

To be able to present a valid application for this visa you have the option to first submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect To apply for this visa applicant must: Be nominated by an approved employer who will recommend you for a job in their business in regional Australia Be younger than 50 years of age Meet the skills and qualifications requirements Meet English language requirements

There are exemptions relating to age, skills and English language proficiency. These depend on your nominated occupation, income and previous work experience. Also, when you register, you must choose one of the following three streams which are most acceptable to your situation:

* The Temporary Residence Transition stream is for subclass 457 visa holders who have worked for two years, and their employer wants to offer them a permanent position * The Direct Entry stream is for people who have never, or only briefly, worked in the Australian labour market * The Agreements stream is for people sponsored by an employer through a labour or regional migration agreement * Apply for Australian citizenship (subject to residency criteria) * Sponsor other people for permanent residence and travel in and out of Australia

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Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa

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The Skilled - Nominated (subclass 190) visa is for skilled workers who are nominated by a state or territory. To be able to present a valid application for this visa you need to initially submit an EOI Expression of Interest through SkillSelect program. You must be nominated by a state or territory and meet the basic requirements for this visa to receive an invitation to apply. Visa Application Process The Skilled - Nominated Visa (subclass 190) is a three Step application process

To apply for this visa you must: be invited to apply be younger than 50 years of age When you are invited to apply Nominate an position that matches your skills and qualifications and is on the relevant Skilled Occupation List (SOL) Have your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority as appropriate for your nominated occupation Have at reasonable English language skills Score at least 60 on the Points in test Meet the health and character requirement

Step 1
The first Step of the application process involves completing a skills assessment with the relevant government body. Your skills assessment enables the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) to evaluate if you have the right level of expertise in your selected occupation to practice in Australia.

Step 2
Once you have received a positive skills assessment, you will need to submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. You will then be required to apply for state sponsorship with an Australian state / territory. This will require that you meet the sponsorship requirements and have work experience in a position listed on one of their State Migration Plans.

Step 3
Once you have been issued an Intention to Apply (ITA), you can continue to the DIAC step of the application, where you can submit your final, complete application to the DIAC.

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Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa
Australian State or Territory Sponsor

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Nominees are selected by the States/Territories of Australia to meet the skills shortages in their regions. Nominees are expected to stay in the nominated State/Territory for the first two years of their stay in Australia. Obligations in Australia You would have to undertake the following obligations: Live in the nominating State/Territory for at least two years Keep immigration authorities informed of changes to your address and Take part in surveys as and when required Visa Features This visa allows you and your accompanying family members to: Live and work permanently in Australia Study in Australia Enroll in Medicare, Australias scheme for health-related care and expenses Access certain social security payments (subject to waiting periods) Apply for Australian citizenship (subject to residency criteria) Sponsor relatives for permanent residence. State Sponsorship Off-List Nomination All Australian state and territories have a list of occupations that they can nominate for a Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) or a Nominated (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489). However, in addition to this, the Australian Government releases 4,000 off-list nominations nationwide on an annual basis. These are divided equally between the six states and two territories in Australia, with each state and territory given 500 places to fill specific gaps in the skilled workforce. To be considered for an off-list nomination you may want to show you have links to the state or territory, such as having lived or studied previously in the state, family ties to the region, or you already have a job offer from an employer in that state/territory.

Visa Nomination by a State or Territory Government The success of a visa application will be based on a combination of skills, work experience and nomination by a State/Territory government. The following States/Territories participate in the Skilled - Nominated (Provisional) visa sponsorship scheme: New South Wales South Australia Northern Territory Tasmania Western Australia Queensland Victoria

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State Sponsored Visa Application Process

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The Skilled - Nominated Visa (Provisional) [subclass-489] is based on a three Step application process. Step 1 The first Step of the application process involves completing a skills assessment with the relevant government authority. Your skills assessment enables the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) to judge if you have the right level of expertise in your chosen occupation list to work in Australia. Step 3 Once you have been issued an intention to apply (ITA), you can continue to the DIAC step of the application, where you can submit your final, complete application to the DIAC. Skilled - Nominated or Sponsored (Provisional) (subclass 489) visa For the Skilled - Nominated or Sponsored (Provisional) (subclass 489) visa, applicants must be nominated by an Australian state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible relative living in a designated area of Australia. Skilled - Nominated (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489) To be able to present a valid application for this visa you will first have to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. You must be nominated by a particular state or territory government and meet the basic requirements for this visa to receive an invitation to apply. To apply for this visa you must: Be invited to apply Be younger than 50 years of age when you are invited to apply Nominate an occupation that matches your skills and qualifications and is on the relevant Skilled Occupation List (SOL) Have your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority as appropriate for your nominated occupation Have at least competent English language skills Score at least 60 points and Meet the health and character requirements Step 2 Once you have received a positive skills assessment, you will need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. You will then also need to apply for state sponsorship with an Australian state/territory. This will require that you meet the sponsorship requirements and have relevant work experience in a position listed on one of their State Migration Plans.

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Skilled - Sponsored (Provisional) Visa [subclass-489]

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The Skilled - Nominated Visa (Provisional) [subclass-489] is based on a three Step application process.

To be able to present a valid application for this visa you need to first submit an Expression
of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect.

You must be sponsored by an eligible relative and meet the basic requirements for this
visa to receive an invitation to apply. To apply for this visa you must:

Be invited to apply Be younger than 50 years of age when you are invited to apply Nominate an occupation that matches your skills and qualifications and is on the relevant
Skilled Occupation List (SOL)

Have your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority as appropriate for your nominated occupation

Have at least competent English Score at least 60 points and Meet the health and character requirements
Visa Sponsorship by an Australian Family Member

To apply for this visa, you must

have sponsorship from any family member, who is a permanent resident living in a designated area of Australia.

You must live and work in a

designated area. If you wish to seek permanent residency, you will need to prove that you have spent the specified time in a designated area.

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Family Sponsored Visa Application Process

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The Skilled - Sponsored Visa (Provisional) [subclass-489] is based on a three Step application process Step 1 The first Step of the application process involves completing skills assessment with the relevant government body. Your skills assessment enables the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) to determine if you have the right level of expertise in your chosen occupation to practice in Australia. Step 3 Once you have been issued an intention to apply (ITA), you can continue to the DIAC step of the application, where you can submit your final, completed application to the DIAC. Designated Areas of Australia If you are applying for a Skilled Regional Sponsored (Provisional) visa, and you are being sponsored by an eligible relative, your sponsor must be generally a resident in one of the following designated areas: Step 2 Once you have received a positive skills assessment, you will need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. The next step is to apply for a family sponsorship with your Australian relative. This will require that they meet the sponsorship requirements and live in a designated area of Australia.

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About MoreVisas

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Australia is the desired destination for all skilled immigrants, it is a land of new opportunities. There is an acute shortage for qualified professionals in Australia. Australia has a friendly approach towards immigration. Immigrants have been a key role in the development of Australian economy if you ever want to be a part of Australia, this is the right time. MoreVisas is here to help you in all aspects of your visa process. Australia modifies its laws often, as a result, it is difficult for you to follow their laws and principles for migration. You should contact the appropriate immigration consultant to obtain sufficient knowledge about Australian immigration system. MoreVisas is Indias emerging immigration and visa consultant. MoreVisas provides world class services through their professional and experienced immigration counselors. For individuals interested in living and working in Australia, MoreVisas offers quick and easy assessments. Immigration counselors who understand in depth immigration and visa policies of Australia immigration are ready to help with student visas, work visas, business visas, visit visas, permanent resident visas, family visas, and dependent visas. Australia offers immigration opportunities for individuals practicing various types of skilled occupations. As a top visa consultant, MoreVisas understands the many outstanding work and lifestyle opportunities exist in Australia, we guide clients how to make the most of these opportunities. We are fully licensed and authorized to provide complete guidance on Australian Visas. Get in touch with experienced immigration consultants at MoreVisas (visas@morevisas.com) to seek professional advice on your best visa options for Australia and assistance with your application. I am: My Email: .................................................................. ..................................................................

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