Eligibility

• You must have the skills and qualifications required for the job role
• You must meet English language requirements
• You must meet health and character requirements

Benefits

• You can work for your sponsor for up to 2 or 4 years, depending on the stream
• You can travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while the visa is valid
• You can apply for permanent residency if you qualify

Application process

• You can apply for the visa from Australia or outside of Australia
• You must be nominated by an employer who has a Labour Agreement with the Australian Government
• You must meet any required skills and qualifications assessments

Visa renewal

You may be able to renew the visa or apply for permanent residency after the initial visa period ends

Other considerations

You can include family members in your application if your employer agrees to extend sponsorship

The visa application process can be complex and involve stringent requirements