Australia Visas & Immigration
Explore 8 visa and residency pathways for Australia, with requirements, costs, and processing times.
Skills in Demand (subclass 482)
A sponsoring employer, an occupation on the relevant list, at least the required skills/experience, English ability, and a salary meeting the threshold (TSMIT).
Temporary Graduate (subclass 485)
Recent graduate of an eligible Australian qualification, under the age limit, with English, health insurance, and a relevant skills assessment for some streams. Lets graduates live and work temporarily.
Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491)
Nomination by a state/territory or sponsorship by an eligible regional relative, a positive skills assessment, a points score that is invited, and commitment to live and work in a designated regional area for the 5-year visa.
Partner Visa (820/801)
Sponsored by an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen partner. A genuine, ongoing relationship; the 820 (temporary) leads to the 801 (permanent).
Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
Nomination by an approved Australian employer for a position on the eligible occupation list, relevant skills and experience, a skills assessment where required, and competent English.
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)
An occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list, a positive skills assessment, a passing score on the points test, competent English, and being under 45 at invitation. No employer or state sponsorship is needed.
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
Nomination by an Australian state or territory government (which adds 5 points), an occupation on the relevant list, a skills assessment, a points-test pass, and competent English.
Student visa (subclass 500)
Enrolment in a registered course (a Confirmation of Enrolment), proof of sufficient funds, genuine student requirement, English language ability, and health insurance (OSHC).
This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Rules change, always verify on the official government site before applying.