Skilled Migration Services

Eligibility

• Occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list
• Positive skills assessment from the relevant authority
• Minimum 65 points on the points test
• Under 45 years of age at time of invitation
• Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)

Process

1. 1Skills assessment with relevant assessing authority
2. 2Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect
3. 3Receive invitation to apply
4. 4Lodge visa application with supporting documents
5. 5Health and character checks
6. 6Visa decision

Documents Required

• Passport and identity documents
• Skills assessment outcome
• English language test results
• Employment references and evidence
• Educational qualifications and transcripts
• Police clearance certificates

Timeline

8-12 months from EOI to visa grant

*Processing times vary based on individual circumstances

Eligibility

• Sponsorship from an approved Australian employer
• Occupation on the relevant occupation list
• Relevant skills, qualifications, and experience
• English language requirements
• Health and character requirements

Process

1. 1Employer applies for Standard Business Sponsorship
2. 2Employer nominates the position
3. 3Worker lodges visa application
4. 4Provide evidence of skills and qualifications
5. 5Health and character assessments
6. 6Visa decision

Documents Required

• Employment contract or offer letter
• Skills assessment (if required)
• Qualification certificates
• English test results
• Resume/CV and work references
• Police clearance certificates

Timeline

1-8 months depending on visa subclass

*Processing times vary based on individual circumstances

Eligibility

• Genuine and ongoing relationship with sponsor
• Sponsor is an Australian citizen/PR or eligible NZ citizen
• Meet health and character requirements
• Sponsor has not previously sponsored multiple partners

Process

1. 1Gather relationship evidence
2. 2Lodge visa application with supporting documents
3. 3Initial assessment and bridging visa
4. 4Health and character checks
5. 5Temporary visa grant (if applicable)
6. 6Permanent visa grant after eligibility period

Documents Required

• Proof of relationship (joint accounts, photos, statements)
• Identity documents for both applicant and sponsor
• Sponsor's citizenship/PR evidence
• Financial evidence
• Statutory declarations from witnesses
• Police clearance certificates

Timeline

12-24 months for combined temporary and permanent pathway

*Processing times vary based on individual circumstances

Eligibility

• Successful business or investment track record
• Meet financial thresholds (varies by stream)
• State or territory nomination
• Genuine intention to own/manage business in Australia
• Meet age requirements (varies by stream)

Process

1. 1Obtain state or territory nomination
2. 2Submit Expression of Interest
3. 3Lodge visa application
4. 4Provide business and financial evidence
5. 5Health and character checks
6. 6Visa decision and conditions

Documents Required

• Business ownership and financial records
• Personal and business assets evidence
• Business plan (for some streams)
• Tax returns and audited financials
• State nomination approval
• Identity and character documents

Timeline

12-24 months depending on stream

*Processing times vary based on individual circumstances

Eligibility

• Genuine intention to visit temporarily
• Sufficient funds for the stay
• Meet health and character requirements
• Intend to comply with visa conditions

Process

1. 1Determine the correct visitor visa stream
2. 2Complete the online application
3. 3Provide supporting documentation
4. 4Biometrics (if required)
5. 5Visa decision

Documents Required

• Valid passport
• Evidence of funds
• Travel itinerary
• Invitation letter (if applicable)
• Health insurance evidence
• Evidence of ties to home country

Timeline

1-4 weeks for standard processing

*Processing times vary based on individual circumstances