Australian Migration

Australian migration services —
skilled visas, sponsorship & PR.

Some 482 stream names on this page are out of date. The subclass 482 is now the Skills in Demand visa; the Department lists its streams as Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement — the former Short-term and Medium-term streams no longer exist.

Skilled visas, employer sponsorship, state nomination, and partner visas. We manage your SkillSelect strategy and occupation assessment from start to finish.

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Immigration Pathways
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Skilled Migration
Australia's points-tested pathways for skilled workers seeking permanent residence without needing employer or state sponsorship upfront.
Subclass 189

Skilled Independent Visa

Permanent residence for skilled workers with no employer or state sponsor required. The strongest pathway for high-scoring candidates.

Score:
Occupation: Must be on the SOL, positive skills assessment
English:
Outcome: Permanent residence, live anywhere in Australia
PermanentNo sponsorshipSkillSelect EOI
Subclass 190

Skilled Nominated Visa

Permanent residence with state or territory nomination. Nomination adds 5 points to your score and is often the decisive factor in competitive occupations.

Score:
Obligation: Live and work in nominating state for 2 years
Process: EOI via SkillSelect + state nomination application
Boost: +5 points added on nomination
PermanentState nominated+5 points
Subclass 491

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)

Score:
Sponsor: State government or eligible family member in regional AU
Obligation: Must live, work, and study in regional Australia
PR pathway: Subclass 191 after 3 years + income threshold
Provisional → PRRegional
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Employer Sponsored
For workers with a job offer in Australia, or employees already working in Australia who want to transition to a permanent visa.
Subclass 482

Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS)

The main employer-sponsored temporary visa. Allows employers to hire skilled overseas workers where no suitable Australian worker is available.

Duration: 2 years (Short-term) or 4 years (Medium-term stream)
Salary: Must meet TSMIT (AUD $79,423 from 1 July 2026)
Occupation: Must be on the CSOL (Consolidated Sponsored Occupation List)
PR pathway: Subclass 186 or 186 TRT after 2 years (medium-term)
Employer sponsoredTemporaryPR eligible
Subclass 186

Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)

Permanent residence for skilled workers nominated by an approved Australian employer. The primary PR pathway from a 482 TSS visa.

TRT stream: 482 holders after 2 years in same occupation
Direct Entry: Skills assessment + 3 years relevant experience
Salary: Must meet market salary rate and TSMIT
Outcome: Permanent residence granted immediately
PermanentEmployer nominatedFrom 482 TRT
Subclass 494

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional

A 5-year provisional visa for skilled workers sponsored by an employer in regional Australia. Leads to permanent residence via Subclass 191.

Region: Employer and worker must be in a designated regional area
Occupation: Must be on the RSMS Occupation List
Obligation: Must live and work regionally for visa duration
PR pathway: Subclass 191 after 3 years + income threshold
Provisional → PREmployer sponsoredRegional
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Family & Partner
For partners, children, and parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents. These visas are assessed on relationship and family grounds, not points.
Subclass 820 / 801

Partner Visa (Onshore)

For genuine partners (married or de facto) of Australian citizens or PRs who are already in Australia. Granted in two stages: temporary then permanent.

Stage 1 (820): Temporary — full work rights from grant
Stage 2 (801): Permanent — assessed ~2 years after Stage 1
Evidence: Financial, social, cohabitation, and commitment
Processing: 12–24+ months from lodgement
Two-stageFull work rightsPR outcome
Subclass 309 / 100

Partner Visa (Offshore)

For genuine partners who are outside Australia at time of application. Same two-stage structure as the onshore partner visa.

Stage 1 (309): Temporary — allows entry to Australia
Stage 2 (100): Permanent — assessed 2 years after Stage 1
Evidence: Same relationship evidence requirements as 820
Note: Can be lodged offshore; applicant may travel to Australia
OffshoreTwo-stagePR outcome
Subclass 103 / 143

Parent Visa

For parents of Australian citizens, PRs, or eligible NZ citizens. The contributory parent visa (143) is faster but requires a significant second instalment payment.

Balance of family test: More than half your children must live in AU
143 cost:
Waittime: Non-contributory (103) queue: 20–30+ years
Alternative:
Family classBalance of familyPR outcome
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Business & Investor
For business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs who want to establish or expand a business in Australia, or make a qualifying investment.
Subclass 188

Business Innovation & Investment (Provisional)

CLOSED to new applications since 31 July 2024. A provisional visa for business owners, investors and entrepreneurs. Retained for reference and for existing holders progressing to the permanent 888 visa.

Business Innovation:
Investor: State-designated investment of $1.5m+
SIV (Significant Investor): $5m complying investment for 4 years
Entrepreneur:
ProvisionalState nominatedMultiple streams
Subclass 888

Business Innovation & Investment (Permanent)

Permanent residence for Subclass 188 holders who have met the business or investment activity requirements during their provisional visa period.

Eligibility: Hold or have held a Subclass 188 visa
Business stream:
Investor stream: Designated investment maintained for 4 years
Outcome: Permanent residence, no further conditions
PermanentFrom 188Business required
Subclass 132

Business Talent (Permanent)

CLOSED to new applications since 1 July 2021. A direct-to-permanent visa for high-calibre business owners and venture capital-backed entrepreneurs. Retained for reference only.

Significant Business History: Turnover $3m+, net assets $1.5m+
VC stream: Venture Capital funding from a AFOF-registered fund
Outcome: Permanent residence granted directly
Note: No state nomination required for VC stream
PermanentNo provisional stageHigh-calibre
Australian Immigration Guides

Expert, MARA-registered guides for every Australian visa pathway.

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How we handle your Australian application.

From initial assessment through to grant notification.

01

Points Assessment

We calculate your exact points score, identify gaps, and model improvement scenarios before you invest in a skills assessment.

02

Skills Assessment

We prepare and lodge your skills assessment with the relevant assessing body (ACS, Engineers Australia, AHPRA, VETASSESS, etc.).

03

EOI & Nomination

We submit your Expression of Interest via SkillSelect and manage state nomination applications across multiple jurisdictions.

04

Visa Application

On invitation, we prepare and lodge your complete visa application with all supporting documentation.

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This page provides general immigration information only and does not constitute migration advice, legal advice, or any form of professional advice. For advice specific to your circumstances, consult a registered migration agent (MARN 2518872) or authorised representative (RCIC R705748).
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