[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":348},["ShallowReactive",2],{"layout-auth":3,"$fmb1_fQm5x2bRWlt-4SaPfgTDYNULQAGBcyJoauDVPQc":4,"$f1TFWBVxTX2ZLieov5qcU0xU-kZvx-Lbxr6HoQz-uv28":275},null,{"visas":5},[6,37,65,86,113,148,199,227,250],{"_id":7,"name":8,"subclass":9,"slug":10,"category":11,"type":12,"description":13,"officialUrl":14,"sections":15,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b2107793c","Working Holiday visa","417","working-holiday-417","Visitor","Temporary","Permits young adults from eligible countries to work and holiday in Australia for up to 12 months.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fwork-holiday-417",[16,20,24,28,32],{"title":17,"content":18,"_id":19},"Overview","(Subclass 417)\n\n# Working Holiday visa\n\nFor young adults who want an extended holiday and to work here to fund it.\n\n### Basic Eligibility\n\n-   Must be 18 to 30 years old (or 35 years old for some countries)\n-   Must have a passport from an eligible country or jurisdiction\n-   Must not be accompanied by dependent children","69e34fdcfa197c1b2107793d",{"title":21,"content":22,"_id":23},"Important information","If you hold a Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa (subclass 417 or 462) and we grant you another visa, your WHM visa will end. This includes visas such as an eVisitor (subclass 651) or Transit (subclass 771), which will cause your WHM visa to cease on the date the new visa is granted. This could stop you from working in Australia. It may also affect your ability to apply for another WHM visa. See [417 - When you have this visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fwork-holiday-417\u002Ffirst-working-holiday-417#When) or [462 - When you have this visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fwork-holiday-462\u002Ffirst-work-holiday-462#When).\n\n**You must declare your current location correctly on your visa application form. We may not be able to grant your visa if your location is incorrect.**","69e34fdcfa197c1b2107793e",{"title":25,"content":26,"_id":27},"First Working Holiday visa","Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)\n\n## [First Working Holiday visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fwork-holiday-417\u002Ffirst-working-holiday-417)\n\nThis visa lets people 18 to 30 years old (or 35 years old for some countries) have their first extended holiday in Australia and work here to help fund their trip.\n\n-   You must have a passport from an eligible country or jurisdiction\n\n-   You can work while you are here\n-   You can apply for a second Working Holiday visa if you meet certain eligibility criteria\n\nStay\n\n12 months\n\nCost\n\nAUD670.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\nYour application **may take longer** to process than the times shown in the guide due to the number of Working Holiday visa applications we receive. **Do not** arrange travel to Australia before we tell you in writing that we have granted your visa.","69e34fdcfa197c1b2107793f",{"title":29,"content":30,"_id":31},"Second Working Holiday visa","Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)\n\n## [Second Working Holiday visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fwork-holiday-417\u002Fsecond-working-holiday-417)\n\nThis visa lets people 18 to 30 years old (or 35 years old for some countries) who currently hold, or who have held, a Working Holiday visa, have a second working holiday in Australia\n\n-   You must have a passport from an eligible country or jurisdiction\n\n-   You can do any kind of work while you are here\n\n-   You must have completed 3 months of specified subclass 417 work\n\n-   If you are in Australia, you must hold a substantive visa or your last substantive visa expired less than 28 days ago\n\n-   You can apply for a third Working Holiday visa if you meet certain eligibility criteria\n\nStay\n\n12 months\n\nCost\n\nAUD670.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\nYour application **may take longer** to process than the times shown in the guide due to the number of Working Holiday visa applications we receive. **Do not** arrange travel to Australia before we tell you in writing that we have granted your visa.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077940",{"title":33,"content":34,"_id":35},"Third Working Holiday visa","Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)\n\n## [Third Working Holiday visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fwork-holiday-417\u002Fthird-working-holiday-417)\n\nThis visa lets people 18 to 30 years old (or 35 years old for some countries) who currently hold, or who have held, a second Working Holiday visa, have a third working holiday in Australia.\n\n-   You must have a passport from an eligible country\u002Fjurisdiction\n-   You can do any kind of work while you are here\n\n-   You must have completed 6 months of specified subclass 417 work\n-   If you are in Australia, you must hold a substantive visa or your last substantive visa expired less than 28 days ago\n\nStay\n\n12 months\n\nCost\n\nAUD670.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\nYour application **may take longer** to process than the times shown in the guide due to the number of Working Holiday visa applications we receive. **Do not** arrange travel to Australia before we tell you in writing that we have granted your visa.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077941",0,{"_id":38,"name":39,"subclass":40,"slug":41,"category":42,"type":43,"description":44,"officialUrl":45,"sections":46,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b210779cb","Employer Nomination Scheme visa","186","employer-nomination-scheme-186","Work","Permanent","Lets skilled workers who are nominated by their employer live and work in Australia permanently.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Femployer-nomination-scheme-186",[47,50,53,57,61],{"title":17,"content":48,"_id":49},"Subclass 186\n\n# Employer Nomination Scheme visa\n\nThis visa lets skilled workers, who are nominated by their employer, live and work in Australia permanently.\n\n### Basic Eligibility\n\n-   You must have the necessary skills for the job\n-   You must be nominated by an Australian employer\n-   You must meet our health and character requirements","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779cc",{"title":21,"content":51,"_id":52},"Applications in the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) program are\n[prioritised](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fvisa-processing-priorities\u002Fskilled-visa) in accordance with Ministerial Direction No. 105, which affords priority to applicants working in occupations carried out in a designated regional area, working in a healthcare or teaching occupation, and applicants who have been nominated by an accredited sponsor (in that order). The ENS program is subject to\n[Migration Program planning levels](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fwhat-we-do\u002Fmigration-program-planning-levels), which for 2025-26 includes 44,000 places for ENS visas (primary and secondary visa grants).\n\nWhile we are unable to give a definitive timeframe for when an application will be assessed and finalised, the following is provided as a guide. ENS nomination and visa applications allocated for processing in the past month were generally lodged in:\n\n-   May 2025 for applications in relation to an occupation to be carried out in a designated regional area.\n-   May 2025 for applications in relation to a healthcare or teaching occupation.\n-   March 2025 for applications where the applicant is nominated by an Approved sponsor with Accredited Status.\n-   June 2024 for all other applications.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779cd",{"title":54,"content":55,"_id":56},"Direct Entry stream","Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)\n\n## [Direct Entry stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Femployer-nomination-scheme-186\u002Fdirect-entry-stream)\n\nThis visa lets skilled workers, who are nominated by an employer, live and work in Australia permanently.\n\n-    you must be nominated by an Australian employer\n-   your occupation must be on the relevant list of eligible skilled occupations.\n\n-   you must have at least Competent English\n\nStay\n\nPermanently\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD4,910.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779ce",{"title":58,"content":59,"_id":60},"Labour agreement stream","Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)\n\n## [Labour agreement stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Femployer-nomination-scheme-186\u002Flabour-agreement-stream)\n\nThis visa lets skilled workers who are nominated by their employer live and work in Australia permanently. The Labour Agreement stream might be for you if you currently work, or will work, for an employer who is party to a labour agreement.\n\n-   The employer must have a labour agreement\n\nStay\n\nPermanently\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD4,910.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779cf",{"title":62,"content":63,"_id":64},"Temporary Residence Transition stream","Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)\n\n## [Temporary Residence Transition stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Femployer-nomination-scheme-186\u002Ftemporary-residence-transition-stream)\n\nThis visa lets skilled workers, who are nominated by their current employer, live and work in Australia permanently.\n\n-   You must hold a subclass 457, 482 or eligible bridging visa\n-   Usually, you must have worked in eligible sponsored employment on a full-time basis for at least two years\n-   You must be nominated by your employer\n\nStay\n\nPermanent\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD4,910.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779d0",{"_id":66,"name":67,"subclass":68,"slug":69,"category":42,"type":43,"description":70,"officialUrl":71,"sections":72,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e1","Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa","187","regional-sponsored-migration-scheme-187","Permits skilled workers nominated by regional employers to live and work permanently in regional Australia.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fregional-sponsor-migration-scheme-187",[73,76,79,83],{"title":17,"content":74,"_id":75},"Subclass 187\n\n# Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa\n\nThis visa allows skilled workers, who are nominated by their employer in regional Australia, live and work in Australia permanently.\n\n### Basic Eligibility\n\n-   be nominated by an approved Australian employer for a job in regional Australia\n-   be under 45 years of age\n-   meet the skills, qualifications and English language requirements","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e2",{"title":21,"content":77,"_id":78},"Skilled visa income thresholds are increasing in line with changes to annual Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings. For more information, see [Annual indexation of skilled visa income thresholds from 1 July 2025](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fnews-media\u002Farchive\u002Farticle?itemId=1308).","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e3",{"title":80,"content":81,"_id":82},"Direct entry stream","Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa (subclass 187)\n\n## [Direct entry stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fregional-sponsor-migration-scheme-187\u002Fdirect-entry-stream)\n\nThis visa is closed to new applications.\n\nStay\n\nPermanently\n\nCost\n\nN\u002FA\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e4",{"title":62,"content":84,"_id":85},"Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa (subclass 187)\n\n## [Temporary Residence Transition stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fregional-sponsor-migration-scheme-187\u002Ftemporary-residence-transistion-stream)\n\nThis visa allows skilled workers, who are nominated by their employer in regional Australia, live and work in Australia permanently.\n\n-   You must be a transitional subclass 457 or subclass 482 worker\n-   Usually, you must have worked for your employer full-time for at least 2 years\n\n-   You must be nominated by your employer\n\nStay\n\nPermanently\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD4,910.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e5",{"_id":87,"name":88,"subclass":89,"slug":90,"category":42,"type":12,"description":91,"officialUrl":92,"sections":93,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a25","Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa","400","temporary-work-short-stay-specialist-400","Allows visa holders to do short-term, highly specialised work in Australia for up to 3 months.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-400",[94,97,101,105,109],{"title":17,"content":95,"_id":96},"#### Stay\n\nWe can grant this visa for up to 6 months (depending on the circumstances).\n\nGenerally, for a stay period longer than 3 months, a strong business case must be provided with the application.\n\nYour stay period in Australia commences once you arrive and does not restart each time you travel.\n\nYou can't apply for this visa in Australia or stay longer by extending this visa.\n\n#### Cost\n\nAUD430.00 (except in limited circumstances)\n\n#### Processing times\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n#### With this visa, you can\n\n-   do short-term work in a highly specialised job\n-   the work or activity must be non-ongoing\n\n[See all conditions](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Fsee-your-visa-conditions?product=400)\n\n[Check your eligibility](#Eligibility)\n\n#### You must\n\n-   have highly specialised skills, knowledge or experience that can help Australian business and can't reasonably be found in Australia\n-   only do the work or activities for which your visa was granted\n\n#### Help with your visa\n\nIf you are getting help with your visa, before you pay someone, read information on [Who can help with your visa application](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview).","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a26",{"title":98,"content":99,"_id":100},"About this visa","[With this visa you can](#aboutVisa-index-0)\n\n[How long you can stay](#aboutVisa-index-1)\n\n[Stay longer](#aboutVisa-index-2)\n\n[Include family](#aboutVisa-index-3)\n\n[Cost](#aboutVisa-index-4)\n\n[Apply from](#aboutVisa-index-5)\n\n[Processing times](#aboutVisa-index-6)\n\n[Your obligations](#aboutVisa-index-7)\n\n[Adequate health insurance](#aboutVisa-index-8)\n\n[Travel](#aboutVisa-index-9)\n\n[Visa label](#aboutVisa-index-10)\n\n* * *\n\n## With this visa you can\n\n-   do short-term work in a highly specialised job\n-   bring family members with you, but they are not allowed to work or study in Australia, except to do a language training program\n\nEmployers must provide a contract or letter of offer. See what they have to do in:\n\n-   [Learn about employing migrants](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Femploying-and-sponsoring-someone\u002Flearn-about-employing-migrants)\n-   Step by step, Gather documents, Work documents\n\n## How long you can stay\n\nThis is a temporary visa. You can stay in Australia for up to 6 months, depending on the circumstances.\n\nYou must arrive in Australia within 6 months of the date the visa is granted, or a lesser period specified by the Minister. We will let you know when you must arrive in your visa grant letter.\n\nYour visa stay period as shown on your visa grant letter will start on your first date of arrival in Australia. The stay period will not restart each time you arrive in Australia.\n\nYou can check your visa details in the visa grant letter or use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\n## Stay longer\n\nYou can't stay in Australia longer by extending this visa.\n\n[Explore your visa options](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-finder\u002Fwork)\n\n## Include family\n\nYou can include in your application when you apply.\n\nBoth you and your family members who apply for the visa must meet our [health requirements](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth) and [character requirements](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter).\n\nAny family members included in your application are not permitted to work or study in Australia. You must be able to show that you and your family have enough means to support yourselves while in Australia.\n\n## Cost\n\nThe visa costs AUD430.00 for the main applicant.\n\nYou will not need to pay this application charge if you are:\n\n-   coming to Australia to act as a representative of a foreign government\n-   listed in a legislative instrument (your inviting organisation will tell you if this applies to you)\n\nThere is also a charge for each family member who applies for the visa with you.\n\nYou might also have to pay other costs for health checks, police certificates and .\n\nTo work out what your visa will cost use the [Visa Pricing Estimator](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fvisa-pricing-estimator?visa=400). The estimator does not take into account the other costs.\n\n## Apply from\n\nYou must be outside Australia when you apply for the visa and when we make a decision on your application.\n\n## Processing times\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\nYour application can take longer to process if:\n\n-   you do not fill it in correctly\n-   you do not include all the documents we need, or we need more information from you\n-   it takes us time to verify your information\n\nWe can't process your application if you do not pay the correct visa application charge. We will notify you if this is the case.\n\nWhen applying for your subclass 400 visa, you will need to allow time for the application to be processed, taking into account the date you are intending to travel to Australia.\n\n## Your obligations\n\nYou and your family must comply with all visa conditions and Australian laws.\n\nLearn more about [conditions for this visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Fsee-your-visa-conditions?product=400).\n\n## Adequate health insurance\n\n### Health insurance\n\nWe recommend you take out health insurance to cover any unforeseen medical treatment you might need in Australia. You are personally liable for all your healthcare costs while you are in Australia. Insurance can help limit your financial liability.\n\nSee more about [health insurance for overseas visitors](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.privatehealth.gov.au\u002Fhealth_insurance\u002Foverseas\u002Findex.htm).\n\n### Reciprocal healthcare agreements\n\nSome countries have a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Australia. Find out more from Services Australia about [reciprocal healthcare agreements](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.humanservices.gov.au\u002Findividuals\u002Fenablers\u002Frhca-medical-care-visitors-australia).\n\n## Travel\n\nThis is a temporary visa. You will have 6 months from the date the visa is granted to first enter Australia (or a lesser period specified). The period of stay you were granted starts on the date you first enter Australia.\n\nThe visa is granted with either:\n\n-   single entry - you will only be allowed to enter Australia once. You can't re-enter Australia on the visa. To return to Australia after you leave, you will need to apply for a new visa, or\n-   multiple entry - you can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you want during the visa stay period.\n\nRe-entering Australia on a multiple entry visa does not restart the period of stay you were granted.\n\nThe time you spend outside Australia does not extend the visa.\n\n## Visa label\n\nWe will digitally link your visa to your passport. You will not get a label in your passport.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a27",{"title":102,"content":103,"_id":104},"Eligibility","## Have highly specialised skills, knowledge or experience\n\nYou can apply for this visa if you have specialised skills, knowledge or experience that:\n\n-   can assist Australian business\n-   can't reasonably be found in the Australian labour market\n-   will be non-ongoing\n\nNon-ongoing work means work that is likely to be completed within 6 months or less, and you do not expect or arrange to stay in Australia after this time for any reason related to that work. \n\nYou will need to show that you have the skills, knowledge or experience to do this work. Things you could show us include:\n\n-   a copy of your resume\n-   any licenses or qualifications you have\n-   a letter from your overseas employer explaining your current position and duties.\n\nThe Australian business or overseas employer might need to show that they have tried to find Australian workers to do the work first, as this visa can't be granted if it affects employment or training opportunities for Australian citizens or permanent residents.\n\n* * *\n\n## Have work, not in the Australian entertainment industry\n\nYou will need to provide proof that you have work.  To see what you need to provide go to Step by Step, Gather documents. \n\nYou can apply for a subclass 400 to:\n\n-   direct, produce or have any other role in a production that will not be shown in Australia (you will need to provide a distribution contract or other evidence to support this)\n-   come to Australia for a promotional activity, for example:\n    -   an actor visiting Australia for a red carpet premiere\n    -   a rock band in Australia for a promotional tour but no performances\n\nThe subclass 400 visa does not allow a person to:\n\n-   perform as an entertainer in Australia or support an entertainer or group of entertainers performing in Australia\n-   direct, produce or take any other part in a production that will be shown, broadcast or performed in Australia (including theatre, film, television, radio, concert or a recording).\n\nIf you want to do these activities, you should consider applying for the [Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Entertainment](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408).\n\n* * *\n\n## Be able to support yourself and any dependants\n\nWhile you are in Australia, you and your family members must have adequate means to support yourselves.\n\n* * *\n\n## Meet our health requirement\n\nYou and your family members must meet our [health requirement](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth). \n\n* * *\n\n## Meet our character requirement\n\nYou and family members aged 16 years and over who apply for the visa with you must meet our [character requirement](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter).\n\n* * *\n\n## Be a genuine visitor\n\nYou must only intend to:\n\n-   stay temporarily in Australia\n-   do the things you are allowed to do on this visa\n\n### Genuine temporary entrant requirement\n\nYou can't use our temporary visa program to maintain ongoing residency in Australia.\n\nThe genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement helps us to make sure that you use temporary visas correctly.\n\nWe must be satisfied that you have a genuine intention to stay here temporarily to do the things you are allowed to do on this visa.\n\nWhen assessing this, we will consider:\n\n-   your situation\n-   your immigration history\n-   previous compliance with visa conditions\n-   any other relevant matter\n\n* * *\n\n## Have paid back your debt to the Australian government\n\nIf you owe the Australian Government money, you must have paid it back or have a formal arrangement to pay it back.\n\n* * *\n\n## Not had a visa cancelled or an application refused\n\nWe will consider your immigration history when we make a decision on your application, which means you might not be eligible for this visa if you have had a visa cancelled or refused.\n\nIn some circumstances you may still apply for a permanent visa if you have had a visa cancelled or an application refused see [Limitations on applications in Australia](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1026i.pdf).\n\nIf applying for a visa from outside Australia see [Can I go to Australia](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Fentering-australia\u002Fcan-i-go-to-australia\u002Fre-entry-ban).\n\nIf you want immigration assistance, see [Who can help with your visa application](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview).\n\n* * *\n\nMeet all these criteria? Check how to apply in our [step by step](#HowTo) guide.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a28",{"title":106,"content":107,"_id":108},"How to apply","Step 1\n\nBefore you apply\n\nSee if you want help with your application or to organise health exams before applying\n\n#### Organise health exams\n\nYou might need to have health examinations. You can complete them before you apply or you can wait until we tell you to have them.\n\nFind out the [health examinations](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth) you need and how to arrange them if you want to have them before you apply.\n\n#### Get help with your application\n\nOnly some people can help you with your application. If you appoint someone to give you immigration assistance they must be:\n\n-   a [registered migration agent](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fusing-a-migration-agent)\n-   a [legal practitioner](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fusing-a-legal-practitioner), or\n-   an [exempt person](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fexempt-person).\n\nYou can appoint anyone to [receive documents](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fauthorised-recipents) on your behalf relating to your visa matter.\n\nStep 2\n\nGather your documents\n\nGather documents to prove your identity and show you have your employer's support, financial support and recommend health insurance. You will need to prepare them to submit online.\n\n#### Provide accurate information\n\nProvide accurate information. See what happens if [you can't prove your identity or don't provide true information](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fproviding-accurate-information). \n\n#### Identity documents\n\nProvide the pages of your current passport showing your photo, personal details and passport issue and expiry dates.\n\nAlso provide:\n\n-   a national identity card, if you have one\n-   proof of change of name\n\nDocuments that prove a change of name include:\n\n-   a marriage or divorce certificate\n-   change of name documents from an Australian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, or the relevant overseas authority, or\n-   documents that show other names you have been known by\n\n#### Work documents\n\nYou should provide a letter of invitation, job offer, employment contract or other document from an Australian organisation confirming they have employed you to work in Australia showing:\n\n-   details of your position, duties, or project of work you will undertake\n-   the duration of your work\n-   the reason why you are required to work in Australia\n-   support for your visa application\n-   your employment conditions and wages\n-   the Australian workplace standards or Industry Award that applies to your position\n\nWorkers in Australia, including visa holders with permission to work, have rights under Australian workplace law. For information on pay rates, shift calculations, leave arrangements and notice and redundancy entitlements see [Fair Work Ombudsman’s Pay and Conditions Tool (PACT)](https:\u002F\u002Fcalculate.fairwork.gov.au\u002F).\n\nSome freelance work might be allowed (for example, a freelance journalist\u002Fphotographer undertaking a media assignment). If you are doing this type of work, you will need to provide a copy of your itinerary and the details of your work assignment.\n\n#### Financial documents\n\nTo prove that you can support yourself and any family you bring to Australia, provide:\n\n-   evidence of funds (employment contract, bank statements), or\n-   a letter from your bank or financial institution stating your financial position\n\nWe can also consider allowances, accommodation and other help from your employer.\n\n#### Character documents\n\nWe will tell you if and when you need to provide .\n\n#### Partner documents\n\nProvide:\n\n-   identity documents\n-   character documents\n-   documents about other relationships, if applicable\n\nProvide either:\n\n-   your current marriage certificate, or\n-   enough documents to prove you have been in a de facto relationship with your for at least 12 months before you apply\n\nDocuments that prove your de facto relationship include:\n\n-   joint bank account statements\n-   billing accounts in joint names\n-   joint leases or mortgages\n-   documents that show your partner has lived at the same address as you\n\n#### Dependants under 18 documents\n\nFor every dependant under 18 years old who is applying with you, provide:\n\n-   your child's identity documents\n-   proof of your relationship with them, like a birth or marriage certificate\n-   your child's character documents, if applicable\n\n#### Parental responsibility documents\n\nYou must get consent for the child to come to Australia from anyone who:\n\n-   has a legal right to decide where the child lives\n-   is not coming to Australia with the child\n\nThey must complete either:\n\n-   [Form 1229 Consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under the age of 18 years (276KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1229.pdf) or\n-   a [statutory declaration](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ag.gov.au\u002FPublications\u002FStatutory-declarations\u002FPages\u002Fdefault.aspx) giving their consent for the child to visit Australia on this visa\n\nInclude a document with the signature and photo of the person who completed the form or declaration, such as a:\n\n-   passport, or\n-   driver’s licence\n\n#### Inform Department of Home Affairs you are getting help\n\nTo nominate someone to:\n\n-   receive your correspondence, use [Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient (301KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956a.pdf)\n-   provide immigration assistance, use [Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person (308KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956.pdf).\n\nUpload your written notification or your forms to [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Foverview).\n\n#### Prepare your documents\n\nHave all non-English documents translated into English.\n\nProvide original and translated documents in your application.\n\nTranslators in Australia must be accredited by the [National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.naati.com.au\u002F).\n\nTranslators outside Australia do not have to be accredited. But on each translation, they must include their:\n\n-   full name\n-   address and telephone number\n-   qualifications and experience in the language they are translating\n\nThese details must be in English.\n\n#### Scan or photograph documents\n\nScan or photograph all documents (English and non-English) in colour.\n\nThe scans and photos must be clear.\n\nIf a document is more than one page, save it all as one file\n\nStep 3\n\nApply for the visa\n\nYou apply for this visa online in ImmiAccount. You and anyone included in your visa application must be outside Australia when you apply and when your visa application is decided.\n\n#### Provide accurate information\n\nProvide accurate information. See what happens if [you can't prove your identity or don't provide true information](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fproviding-accurate-information). \n\n#### Apply for the visa online in ImmiAccount\n\n1.  Create an account or login to [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline)\n2.  [Attach documents](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline)\n3.  [Have family applications processed together](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline)\n4.  [Pay the application fee](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\u002Fhow-to-pay)\n5.  Note the transaction reference number (TRN)\n\nWe will not process your application until you pay the charge.\n\nEach family member must have their application charge paid and documents attached to their application.\n\nStep 4\n\nAfter you apply\n\nYou can track and manage your application through [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline).\n\n#### What will happen after you apply\n\nWe will let you know when we have received your application and documents\n\n#### Status updates\n\nWe can't give updates on applications within the standard processing time.\n\nYou can check if we need more information from you in [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline).\n\n#### Travel after you apply\n\nDo not arrange to travel to Australia until we let you know, in writing, that we have granted you the visa.\n\n#### Health exams\n\nIf you did not have [health examinations](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth) before you applied, we will let you know if we need them.\n\n#### Biometrics\n\nWe might ask for (fingerprints and photo). We will let you know if you need to provide them.\n\n#### Attach more information\n\nIf you did not attach all documents when you applied attach them as soon as you can in [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline). \n\nWe might also ask you to provide more information.\n\n#### Stay lawful\n\nIf you travel to Australia on a different visa and that visa ends, you can't get a bridging visa to stay in Australia. This is because you must be outside Australia when we make a decision on your application.\n\n#### Add family\n\nYou can add family members to your application at any time before we decide on your application.\n\nFor this visa your family members are:\n\n-   your\n-   your and\n-   your partner's dependent children and stepchildren\n\n#### Newborn children\n\nFind out what to do [if your child is born after you apply](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fhad-a-baby).\n\n#### Mistakes on your application\n\nLet us know as soon as you can.\n\nComplete [Form 1023 Notification of incorrect answers (168KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1023.pdf) and attach it in [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline).\n\n#### Help with your application\n\nLet us know if you no longer want someone to:\n\n-   receive your correspondence - complete [Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient (301KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956a.pdf)\n-   provide immigration advice - complete [Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person (308KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956.pdf).\n\nUpload your written notification or your forms to [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Foverview).\n\nFor more information see [Who can help you with your application](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview).\n\n#### Inform Department of Home Affairs if things change\n\nThings you need to let us know about after you have applied include:\n\n-   changes to your phone number, email, address or passport\n-   changes to your marital or de facto status\n-   the birth of a child\n-   you want to withdraw your application\n\nSee how to inform Department of Home Affairs if your [situation changes](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fchange-in-situation).\n\nStep 5\n\nVisa outcome\n\nWe will let you know our decision by email.\n\nIf we grant your visa, we will tell you:\n\n-   your visa grant number\n-   the date your visa starts\n-   your visa conditions\n\nKeep a copy of the email with you when in Australia.\n\nIf we refuse your visa, we will tell you why we refused the visa.\n\nWe will not refund the application charge if we refuse your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a29",{"title":110,"content":111,"_id":112},"When you have this visa","[Coming to Australia](#haveThisVisa-index-0)\n\n[In Australia](#haveThisVisa-index-1)\n\n[Leaving Australia](#haveThisVisa-index-2)\n\n* * *\n\n## Coming to Australia\n\n### Before you leave\n\n#### Check your travel documents\n\nYou must have:\n\n-   a valid visa to enter Australia\n-   a valid passport or other travel document\n\n### At the Border\n\n#### Completing an Incoming Passenger Card\n\nAll people arriving in Australia must complete the [Incoming Passenger Card](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abf.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Fcrossing-the-border\u002Fat-the-border\u002Fincoming-passenger-card-\\(ipc\\)). You will get the card on board.\n\n#### Leaving the airport faster\n\nWe have an automated process that uses facial recognition technology and your ePassport. You might be able to leave the airport faster if you use [SmartGate](http:\u002F\u002Fwww.abf.gov.au\u002Fsmartgates).\n\n## In Australia\n\n### What you can do when you have this visa\n\n-   work in a temporary, short-term, highly specialised job\n-   bring family members who were granted a visa with you\n\nTo see your specific conditions and work entitlements use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\n### What you must do on this visa (your obligations)\n\nYou and your family members must meet all visa conditions and obey Australian laws.\n\nSee your conditions in [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\n### Inform Department of Home Affairs if things change\n\nThings you need to let us know about when you have this visa include:\n\n-   changes to your phone number, address or passport\n-   the birth of a child\n\nSee what to do if your [situation changes](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fchange-in-situation).\n\n### See how long you can stay\n\nThe visa stay period starts on the date you enter Australia.\n\nYou can check your visa stay period in your visa grant letter or use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\nTo see when you must leave, use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\n### Staying longer\n\nYou can't stay in Australia longer by extending this visa. You can't apply for this visa from within Australia.\n\nYou must apply for a different visa if you want to stay longer. [See your options](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-finder).\n\n### Travelling on your visa\n\nYou must arrive in Australia within 6 months of the date the visa is granted, or a lesser period specified in the grant letter.\n\nThe visa stay period starts on the date you enter Australia. Your visa stay period is on your visa grant letter.\n\nIf you are granted a single entry visa, you will only be allowed to enter Australia once. To return to Australia after you leave, you will need to apply for a new visa.\n\nIf you are granted a multiple entry visa, you can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you want during the visa stay period. The visa stay period does not restart each time you enter Australia.\n\nTime spent outside Australia does not extend the visa.\n\nSee your visa details and conditions in [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\n### Proving you have a visa\n\nTo prove you have a visa and show your conditions to someone, use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\n### Working\n\nTo see your conditions for work, use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions).\n\nYou are protected by Australian workplace law. [See your workplace rights and entitlements](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairwork.gov.au\u002Fhow-we-will-help\u002Ftemplates-and-guides\u002Ffact-sheets\u002Frights-and-obligations\u002Fvisa-holders-and-migrant-workers-workplace-rights-and-entitlements).\n\nFamily members who come with you are not allowed to work.\n\n## Leaving Australia\n\n### Before you leave\n\n#### Check your travel documents\n\nYou must have a valid passport or other travel document to leave Australia.\n\n#### Ensure your visa is still valid\n\nSee what to do if your [visa has expired or is about to expire](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fvisa-about-to-expire).\n\n### At the border\n\n#### Leaving the airport faster\n\nWe have an automated process that uses facial recognition technology and your ePassport. You might be able to leave the airport faster if you use [SmartGate](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abf.gov.au\u002Fsmartgates).\n\n### After you leave\n\n#### Get your superannuation\n\nYou are likely to have some money in a superannuation fund if you worked in Australia and you are:\n\n-   18 years old or older\n-   paid AUD450 or more before tax in a month\n\nSee [how to access your super](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Fleaving-australia).\n\n#### To prove you have been to Australia\n\n[Request your international movement records](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Frequest-movement-records) to get proof of your travel in and out of Australia.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a2a",{"_id":114,"name":115,"subclass":116,"slug":117,"category":42,"type":12,"description":118,"officialUrl":119,"sections":120,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a1d","Temporary Work (International Relations) visa","403","temporary-work-international-relations-403","Enables individuals to work in Australia under specific government-to-government agreements or for diplomatic purposes.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-403",[121,124,128,132,136,140,144],{"title":17,"content":122,"_id":123},"Subclass 403\n\n# Temporary Work (International Relations) visa\n\nA temporary visa to work in specific circumstances that improve Australia’s international relations.\n\n### Basic Eligibility\n\nEach stream has specific eligibility requirements.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a1e",{"title":125,"content":126,"_id":127},"Government Agreement stream","Temporary work (International relations) visa (subclass 403)\n\n## [Government Agreement stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-403\u002Fgovernment-agreement)\n\nThis visa stream allows a person to work in Australia under the terms and conditions of a bilateral agreement between the Australian Government or a state\u002Fterritory government and a government of another country.\n\nStay\n\nYou can stay until the time we specify in your visa grant notice. This may be up to 4 years.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD375.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Be employed or engaged under the terms and conditions of a bilateral agreement between the Australian Government or a state\u002Fterritory government and another country\n-   Stay in Australia for up to 4 years\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a1f",{"title":129,"content":130,"_id":131},"Foreign Government Agency stream","Temporary work (International relations) visa (subclass 403)\n\n## [Foreign Government Agency stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-403\u002Fforeign-government-agency)\n\nThis visa stream lets you come to Australia for specific activities. You could work in Australia as a representative of a foreign government agency, or employed by a foreign government as a foreign language teacher in an Australian school.\n\nStay\n\nYou can stay until the time we specify in your visa grant notice, which may be up to 4 years.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD375.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   You can work as a representative of a foreign government agency that does not enjoy official status in Australia (provided that you would not, as a representative of that agency, enjoy official status in Australia)\n-   You can work as a foreign language teacher employed by a foreign government in an Australian school\n-   You can apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not from immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a20",{"title":133,"content":134,"_id":135},"Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) stream","Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)\n\n## [Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-403\u002Fdomestic-worker)\n\nThis visa stream lets a person aged 18 years or older do temporary full-time domestic work in Australia in the household of someone who holds a Diplomatic (Temporary) visa (subclass 995).\n\nStay\n\nUp to 12 months on your first visa.\n\nA further Domestic Worker stream visa will let you stay for the time specified in your Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) support letter.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD375.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   You can do full-time domestic work in the household of someone who holds a Diplomatic (Temporary) visa (subclass 995)\n-   You must be outside Australia the first time you apply and when we decide on your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a21",{"title":137,"content":138,"_id":139},"Privileges and Immunities stream","Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)\n\n## [Privileges and Immunities stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-403\u002Fprivileges-immunities)\n\nThis visa stream lets you come to Australia if you have, or expect to have, privileges and immunities under relevant legislation. You can stay in Australia on this visa while you are working as an international representative.\n\nStay\n\nYou can stay for the time we specify in your visa grant letter. This is usually the time you are an international representative with the support of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).\n\nCost\n\nFree\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   You can stay in Australia while you are working as an international representative\n\n-   Your position must have, or expect to have, privileges and immunities under relevant legislation\n\n-   You need a letter of support from the DFAT","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a22",{"title":141,"content":142,"_id":143},"Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream","Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)\n\n## [Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-403\u002Fpacific-australia-labour-mobility-stream)\n\nThis visa stream lets you come to Australia to participate in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme.\n\nStay\n\nYou can stay until the time we specify in your visa grant notice. This may be up to 4 years.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD355.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   be a citizen and resident of a [participating PALM scheme country](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.palmscheme.gov.au\u002Fcountries)\n-   be sponsored by a temporary activities sponsor, that is approved by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as a PALM scheme employer\n\n-   work under the PALM scheme for up to:\n    -   9 months if you are employed under a short-term work contract\n    -   4 years if you are employed under a long-term work contract.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a23",{"title":145,"content":146,"_id":147},"Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)","Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)\n\n## [Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-work-403\u002Fmates\u002Fmobility-arrangement-for-talented-early-professionals-scheme-403)\n\nThis visa stream allows Indian graduates and early career professionals to live and work in Australia for up to 2 years. Applicants must be selected in a ballot to apply.\n\nStay\n\nYou can stay in Australia for up to 2 years.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD375.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a24",{"_id":149,"name":150,"subclass":151,"slug":152,"category":42,"type":12,"description":153,"officialUrl":154,"sections":155,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a0b","Temporary Activity visa","408","temporary-activity-408","Allows individuals to come to Australia temporarily for specific activities such as entertainment, religious work, research, or sport.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408",[156,159,163,167,171,175,179,183,187,191,195],{"title":17,"content":157,"_id":158},"Subclass 408\n\n# Temporary Activity visa\n\nThis visa allows you to come to Australia to do specific types of work on a short-term, temporary basis.\n\n### Basic Eligibility\n\n**You must**\n\n-   have the skills to undertake the activity to be carried out in Australia\n-   be supported or sponsored\n-   meet additional requirements of the relevant stream","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a0c",{"title":160,"content":161,"_id":162},"Australian Government Endorsed Events","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Australian Government Endorsed Events](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Faustralian-government-endorsed-events)\n\nThis temporary visa lets you come to Australia to participate in events endorsed by the Australian Government.\n\nStay\n\nFor the duration of the event (or up to 4 years depending on your circumstances)\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nFree for participants of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women's Asian Cup 2026 event.\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   It is only for participation in certain events that have been endorsed by the Australian Government\n\n-   You can stay in Australia for the duration of the event, or up to 4 years","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a0d",{"title":164,"content":165,"_id":166},"Special Program","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Special Program](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Fspecial-program)\n\nThis visa lets you stay in Australia to take part in an approved special program. Special programs can include youth exchange, cultural enrichment or community programs, school language assistants or \"gap year school volunteering \".\n\nStay\n\nUp to 12 months\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Take part in a special program in Australia to exchange culture, knowledge and social experiences\n\n-   Stay in Australia for usually up to 12 months with members of your family unit\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a0e",{"title":168,"content":169,"_id":170},"Religious Work","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Religious Work](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Freligious-work)\n\nThis visa lets you do full-time religious work for a religious institution in Australia. You and your family who apply for the visa with you can stay here for up to 2 years.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 2 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Do full-time religious work to serve a religious institution in Australia\n\n-   Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a0f",{"title":172,"content":173,"_id":174},"Research activities","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Research activities](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Fresearch-activities)\n\nThis visa lets you observe or take part in a research project at a research or tertiary institution in Australia. You and your family who apply for the visa with you can stay here for up to 2 years.\n\nStay\n\nThe applicant can be granted a period of stay in Australia of up to two years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Observe or take part in an Australian research project\n\n-   Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a10",{"title":176,"content":177,"_id":178},"Invited for other social and cultural activity (Invited Participant)","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Invited for other social and cultural activity (Invited Participant)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Finvited-for-other-social-and-cultural-activity)\n\nThis visa lets you come to Australia if you are invited to participate in a community-based event, including sporting events. You and your family who travel on the visa with you can stay here for up to 3 months.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 3 months\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   You must have been invited to take part in a community-based event in Australia\n\n-   You can stay in Australia for up to 3 months with members of your family unit\n\n-   You can apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a11",{"title":180,"content":181,"_id":182},"Sporting Activities","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Sporting Activities](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Fsporting-activities)\n\nThis visa allows you to play, coach, instruct or adjudicate for an Australian team, or do high level sports training with a sporting organisation. You and your family can stay in Australia for up to 2 years.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 2 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Play, coach, instruct or adjudicate  for an Australian team, or do high-level sports training with a sporting organisation\n\n-   Stay for up to 2 years with members of your family unit\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a12",{"title":184,"content":185,"_id":186},"Entertainment Activities","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Entertainment Activities](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Fentertainment-activities)\n\nThis temporary visa lets you come to Australia to work in the entertainment industry on film, television or live productions as a performer, production or support staff. You can include family members in your visa application.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 2 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Work on film, television or live productions in the entertainment industry\n\n-   Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a13",{"title":188,"content":189,"_id":190},"Superyacht Crew","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Superyacht Crew](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Fsuperyacht-crew)\n\nThis visa lets you work in Australia as a crew member of a superyacht. You can stay here for up to 12 months.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 12 months\n\nCost\n\nAUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Be a crew member on a superyacht in Australia\n\n-   Stay in Australia for up to 12 months\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a14",{"title":192,"content":193,"_id":194},"Exchange Arrangements","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Exchange Arrangements](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Fexchange-arrangements)\n\nThis visa lets you come to Australia as part of a staff exchange with an Australian organisation. You and your family members who travel here on the visa with you can stay for up to 2 years.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 2 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Take part in a staff exchange and work in an Australian organisation\n\n-   Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a15",{"title":196,"content":197,"_id":198},"Domestic work for executives","Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)\n\n## [Domestic work for executives](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-activity-408\u002Fdomestic-work-for-executives)\n\nThis visa lets you come to Australia to do full-time domestic work in the household of certain senior foreign executives. You and members of your family unit can stay here for up to 2 years.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 2 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD430.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Do full-time domestic work in an Australian household of certain senior foreign executives\n\n-   Stay in Australia for up 2 years with members of your family unit\n\n-   Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a16",{"_id":200,"name":201,"subclass":202,"slug":203,"category":42,"type":12,"description":204,"officialUrl":205,"sections":206,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e6","Skills in Demand visa","482","skills-in-demand-482","Lets an employer sponsor a suitably skilled worker to fill a position they cannot find a suitably skilled Australian worker to fill.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-skill-shortage-482",[207,210,212,216,220,223],{"title":17,"content":208,"_id":209},"(Subclass 482)\n\n# Skills in Demand\n\nThis temporary visa lets an employer sponsor a suitably skilled worker to fill a position they can’t find a suitably skilled Australian to fill.\n\n### Basic Eligibility\n\nYou must:\n\n-   be nominated for a skilled position by an approved sponsor\n-   have the right skills to do the job\n-   meet the relevant English language requirements","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e7",{"title":21,"content":77,"_id":211},"69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e8",{"title":213,"content":214,"_id":215},"Core Skills Stream","Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482)\n\n## [Core Skills Stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482\u002Fcore-skills-stream)\n\nThis visa enables employers to address labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers where employers can't source an appropriately skilled Australian worker.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 4 years.\n\nHong Kong passport holders may stay up to 5 years.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD3,210.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Your occupation is on the Core Skills Occupation List.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779e9",{"title":217,"content":218,"_id":219},"Specialist Skills stream","Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)\n\n## [Specialist Skills stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482\u002Fspecialist-skills-stream)\n\nThis visa enables employers to address labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers where employers can't source an appropriately skilled Australian worker.\n\nStay\n\nUp to 4 years.\n\nHong Kong passport holders may stay up to 5 years.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD3,210.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Your occupation is an Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) occupation listed in Major Groups 1,2,4,5 or 6, where the nominated salary for the position meets the [Specialist Skills Income Threshold](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=6039c8fa-61aa-41e3-80af-1f49a10615dc).\n-   View the [ANZSCO](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abs.gov.au\u002Fstatistics\u002Fclassifications\u002Fanzsco-australian-and-new-zealand-standard-classification-occupations\u002F2022).","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779ea",{"title":58,"content":221,"_id":222},"Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)\n\n## [Labour agreement stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482\u002Flabour-agreement-stream)\n\nThis visa is for skilled workers nominated by employers who have a Labour Agreement. It lets you live and work in Australia temporarily. Labour agreements are developed between the Australian Government (represented by the Department) and employers.\n\nStay\n\nUp to a maximum of 4 years, depending on the terms in the labour agreement.\n\nHong Kong passport holders may stay up to 5 years.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD3,210.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   Your employer has to have a labour agreement with the Australian government in effect.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779eb",{"title":224,"content":225,"_id":226},"Subsequent entrant","Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)\n\n## [Subsequent entrant](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482\u002Fsubsequent-entrant)\n\nThis visa is for family members of subclass 457 and subclass 482 visa holders who are applying separately for their SID visa and wish to join the primary subclass 457 or subclass 482 visa holder in Australia.\n\nStay\n\nYou can stay for as long as your visa is valid.\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD3,210.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n-   You must be a family member of a primary subclass 482 or 457 visa holder.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779ec",{"_id":228,"name":229,"subclass":230,"slug":231,"category":42,"type":12,"description":232,"officialUrl":233,"sections":234,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a17","Temporary Graduate visa","485","temporary-graduate-485","A temporary visa that allows international students to live, study and work in Australia after completing their studies.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-graduate-485",[235,238,241,244,247],{"title":17,"content":236,"_id":237},"#### Stay\n\nUp to 18 months.\n\nHong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders may stay for 5 years.\n\n#### Cost\n\nFrom AUD4,600.00\n\nFrom 1 March 2026, a lower visa cost applies to eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste citizens who lodge a valid Temporary Graduate visa application. See [About this visa.](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-graduate-485\u002Fpost-vocational-education-work#About)\n\n#### Processing times\n\nFor an indication of processing times for your visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002F_layouts\u002F15\u002FFIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=1057a7be-45e1-4b08-af28-b81c4827a08c&TermSetId=a76074c9-979d-4db3-adcc-34af89495da2&TermId=8d21fa49-19a7-4d58-8bb0-31134b271c2b). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\n#### With this visa, you can\n\n-   live, study and work in Australia temporarily\n-   bring your family members\n\n[See all conditions](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Fsee-your-visa-conditions?product=485-33)\n\n[Check your eligibility](#Eligibility)\n\n#### You must\n\n-   be 35 years of age or under when you apply. \\*Exceptions apply\n-   be in Australia when you apply for this visa\n-   hold an eligible visa\n-   have held a Student visa in the last 6 months\n-   have an associate degree, diploma or trade qualification relevant to an occupation on the [skilled occupation list](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskill-occupation-list)\n-   have applied for a skills assessment in your nominated occupation on the [skilled occupation list](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskill-occupation-list)\n-   provide evidence of adequate health insurance for all applicants when you apply\n-   provide evidence you have applied for an Australian Federal Police check when you apply. See [character requirements for visas](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter)\n-   provide evidence of the required level of English with your application.\n\n#### Help with your visa\n\nIf you are getting help with your visa, before you pay someone, read information on [Who can help with your visa application](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview).","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a18",{"title":98,"content":239,"_id":240},"[With this visa, you can](#aboutVisa-index-0)\n\n[How long you can stay](#aboutVisa-index-1)\n\n[Stay longer](#aboutVisa-index-2)\n\n[Include family](#aboutVisa-index-3)\n\n[Cost](#aboutVisa-index-4)\n\n[Apply from](#aboutVisa-index-5)\n\n[Processing times](#aboutVisa-index-6)\n\n[Your obligations](#aboutVisa-index-7)\n\n[Travel](#aboutVisa-index-8)\n\n[Visa label](#aboutVisa-index-9)\n\n* * *\n\n## With this visa, you can\n\n-   stay in Australia for 18 months\n-   travel, work or study in Australia during your stay.\n\nYou must find your own employment if we grant this visa.\n\n## How long you can stay\n\nThis is a temporary visa. You can stay in Australia for 18 months.\n\nHong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders may stay up to 5 years.\n\nYou can travel in and out of Australia while your visa is valid.\n\nThe visa starts on the date we grant your visa.\n\n## Stay longer\n\nWe cannot extend this visa.\n\nYou may be eligible for other skilled work visas. Use our visa finder to find out [options for work](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-finder\u002Fwork).\n\nCurrent and future Temporary Graduate visa holders from Hong Kong may have a pathway to permanent residency after 5 years.\n\n## Include family\n\nYou can include members of your family unit in your application when you apply, if they are in Australia. You can add your children to the application until we decide on your application. You cannot add any other member of the family unit to your application during that period.\n\nIf you want to add your family member to your visa after we have granted it, they can apply as a subsequent entrant. They can apply from in or outside Australia. Family members who apply for this visa must meet our health and character requirements.\n\nFor more details, see [when you have this visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-graduate-485\u002Fgraduate-work#When).\n\n## Cost\n\nThe visa costs from AUD4,600.00 for the main applicant.\n\nThere is also a charge for each family member who applies for the visa with you.\n\nSubsequent entrants, including children born offshore, must pay the full Visa Application Charge.\n\nYou might also have to pay other costs for:\n\n-   health checks\n-   police certificates\n\nTo work out what your visa will cost, use the [Visa Pricing Estimator](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fvisa-pricing-estimator?visa=485-33). The estimator does not take into account the other costs.\n\nThe Temporary Graduate visa is exempt from the .\n\n### Cost for eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste Temporary Graduate visa applicants\n\nFrom 1 March 2026, a lower visa cost applies to eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste citizens who lodge a valid Temporary Graduate visa application.\n\nWe will charge eligible applicants the lower visa application cost during the application process in [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin). We will recognise eligible applicants by the valid passport from the specified countries used in the application when they apply.\n\nFamily members are also eligible for the lower visa cost. We base this on the passport of the primary applicant (or visa holder who satisfies the primary visa criteria).\n\nThe primary applicant must hold a valid passport issued by one of the following countries:\n\n-   Federated States of Micronesia\n-   Fiji\n-   Kiribati\n-   Nauru\n-   Palau\n-   Papua New Guinea\n-   Republic of the Marshall Islands\n-   Samoa\n-   Solomon Islands\n-   Timor-Leste\n-   Tonga\n-   Tuvalu\n-   Vanuatu\n\n## Apply from\n\nYou can be in Australia (but not in immigration clearance) when you apply for this visa. \n\nSubsequent entrants can be in or outside Australia when they apply.\n\nAll applicants can be in or outside Australia at the time of decision.\n\n## Processing times\n\nFor an indication of processing times for your visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.\n\nYour application can take longer to process if:\n\n-   you do not fill it in correctly\n-   we need more information from you\n-   it takes us time to verify your information.\n\nWe cannot process your application if you do not pay the correct Visa Application Charge. We will notify you if this is the case and if necessary return your application.\n\n## Your obligations\n\nYou and your family must meet all visa conditions and follow Australian laws.\n\nLearn more about [conditions for this visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Fsee-your-visa-conditions?product=485-33).\n\n## Travel\n\nYou can travel outside Australia and return as many times as you want while your visa is valid.\n\nThe time you spend outside Australia does not extend your visa.\n\n## Visa label\n\nWe will digitally link your visa to your passport. You will not get a label in your passport.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a19",{"title":102,"content":242,"_id":243},"## Be this age\n\nYou must be 35 years of age or under when you apply. \n\nYou can be under 50 years of age when you apply if you hold a Hong Kong or British National Overseas passport.\n\n* * *\n\n## Have this visa\n\nYou must be in Australia (but not in immigration clearance) when you apply for this visa.\n\nSubsequent entrants can be in or outside Australia when they apply.\n\nWe will process your visa application if:\n\n-   you are in Australia and hold an eligible Student visa (not one supported by the Minister for Defence or the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade)\n-   you held a Student visa within the past 6 months and now hold a [Bridging Visa A](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fbridging-visa-a-010) or [Bridging Visa B](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fbridging-visa-b-020) granted based on a valid visa application\n-   you held a Student visa within the past 6 months and now hold a substantive visa.\n\nTo be eligible for this visa you must have completed your course within 6 months of applying.\n\nIf you previously held a subclass 485 or 476 visa as a primary applicant, you cannot be granted this visa as a primary applicant again. If you held one of these visas as a secondary applicant, you may be eligible to apply as a primary applicant.\n\n* * *\n\n## Meet the Temporary Graduate visa study requirement\n\nYou must have been awarded at least one associate degree, diploma or trade qualification in the 6 months immediately before the day you apply for your visa and meet the [Temporary Graduate visa study requirement](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-graduate-485\u002Fmeeting-the-temporary-graduate-visa-subclass-485-study-requirement).\n\nYou can use more than one course to meet the 2 academic year component of the Temporary Graduate visa study requirement. Each course you use must be closely related to your nominated occupation.\n\nOn 25 November 2023, online study requirements returned to their pre-COVID state. Online study undertaken during the COVID concession period (1 February 2020 to 25 November 2023) will continue to count towards the Temporary Graduate visa study requirement.\n\nFor more information about eligible study see the Temporary Graduate visa study requirement.\n\nThe Department does not undertake pre-lodgement assessments of the Temporary Graduate visa study requirement or any other visa criteria. Once you make a valid application, a delegate will make an assessment based on the information available to them.\n\n* * *\n\n## Have skills and qualifications that Australia needs\n\nYou will need to:\n\n-   nominate an occupation on the [Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskill-occupation-list) (MLTSSL)\n-   hold an associate degree, diploma or trade qualification closely related to that occupation\n-   be assessed by a relevant assessing authority as having skills suitable for your nominated occupation.\n\nYour application must include your nominated occupation. You cannot change your occupation after lodgement. Your qualification must be closely related to that occupation.\n\nYour skills must be assessed by a relevant assessing authority as suitable for the nominated [occupation](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fwhat-we-do\u002Fskilled-migration-program\u002Fvisa-options\u002Flegislative-instruments).\n\n**Note:** Assessing authorities may require a higher level of study than what is required for the Post-Vocational Education Work (PVEW) stream. Ensure that your skills and qualifications match the requirements of your nominated occupation, as set by the relevant assessing authority.\n\nYou must provide your valid skills assessment with your application. If you do not have a skills assessment, you must provide evidence that you have applied for one.\n\nSkills assessments are valid for a maximum of 3 years, unless a shorter date is specified on the assessment.\n\n* * *\n\n## Have this passport or this level of English language\n\nTo prove your English level meets the requirements, show us evidence that you are a citizen of and hold a valid passport from one of the following countries:\n\n-   The United Kingdom\n-   The United States of America\n-   Canada\n-   New Zealand\n-   The Republic of Ireland.\n\nIn the 12 months immediately before the day you apply for your visa, you must have scored one of the specified results below.\n\nFor tests taken on or after 7 August 2025, note the following changes:\n\n-   OET does not currently provide [overall test results](https:\u002F\u002Foet.com\u002Ftest\u002Ftest-overview\u002Fresults-and-scoring) on test score reports. Contact OET to obtain your overall score and include the required information in your application.\n-   The department accepts IELTS test results that include One Skill Retake (OSR) for a Temporary Graduate visa. Any OSR must be completed prior to lodging your application.\n-   The department accepts MET test results that include Single Section Retake (SSR) for a Temporary Graduate visa. Any SSR must be completed prior to lodging your application.\n\nFor further information, see [English Language visa requirements](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fenglish-language).\n\n**Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or after 7 August 2025**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**C1 Advanced**\n\n**[CELPIP General](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.celpip.ca\u002Fcelpip-general\u002F)**\n\n**[IELTS Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-academic-test)**\n\n**[IELTS General Training](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-general-training-test)**\n\n**[LANGUAGECERT Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.languagecert.org\u002Fen\u002Flanguage-exams\u002Fenglish\u002Flanguagecert-academic\u002Facademic)**\n\n**[MET](https:\u002F\u002Fmichiganassessment.org\u002Fmichigan-tests\u002Fmet-new\u002F)**\n\n**[OET\\*](https:\u002F\u002Foet.com\u002F)**\n\n**[PTE Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pearsonpte.com\u002Fpte-academic)**\n\n**[TOEFL iBT](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ets.org\u002Ftoefl.html)**\n\nOverall\n\nNot accepted\n\n8\n\n6.5\n\n6.5\n\n67\n\n58\n\n1310\n\n55\n\n81\n\nListening\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n49\n\n53\n\n260\n\n40\n\n12\n\nReading\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n54\n\n51\n\n280\n\n42\n\n12\n\nWriting\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n56\n\n51\n\n260\n\n41\n\n14\n\nSpeaking\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n62\n\n43\n\n310\n\n39\n\n17\n\n**Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or before 6 August 2025**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**CAE \u002F C1 Advanced**\n\n**IELTS**\n\n**OET**\n\n**PTE Academic**\n\n**TOEFL iBT**\n\nOverall\n\n176\n\n6.5\n\nB\n\n57\n\n83\n\nListening\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n43\n\n7\n\nReading\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n48\n\n8\n\nWriting\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n51\n\n18\n\nSpeaking\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n42\n\n16\n\nHolders of British National (BNO) or Hong Kong passports must have scored one of the following in the 12 months immediately before the day they apply for their visa:\n\n**Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or after 7 August 2025 - Holders of British National (BNO) or Hong Kong passports**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**C1 Advanced**\n\n**[CELPIP General](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.celpip.ca\u002Fcelpip-general\u002F)**\n\n**[IELTS Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-academic-test)**\n\n**[IELTS General Training](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-general-training-test)**\n\n**[LANGUAGECERT Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.languagecert.org\u002Fen\u002Flanguage-exams\u002Fenglish\u002Flanguagecert-academic\u002Facademic)**\n\n**[MET](https:\u002F\u002Fmichiganassessment.org\u002Fmichigan-tests\u002Fmet-new\u002F)**\n\n**[OET\\*](https:\u002F\u002Foet.com\u002F)**\n\n**[PTE Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pearsonpte.com\u002Fpte-academic)**\n\n**[TOEFL iBT](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ets.org\u002Ftoefl.html)**\n\nOverall\n\nNot accepted\n\n7\n\n6\n\n6\n\n61\n\n53\n\n1210\n\n47\n\n67\n\nListening\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n41\n\n49\n\n220\n\n33\n\n8\n\nReading\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n44\n\n47\n\n240\n\n36\n\n8\n\nWriting\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n45\n\n45\n\n200\n\n29\n\n9\n\nSpeaking\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n54\n\n38\n\n270\n\n24\n\n14\n\n**Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or before 6 August 2025 - Holders of British National (BNO) or Hong Kong passports**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**CAE \u002F C1 Advanced**\n\n**IELTS**\n\n**OET**\n\n**PTE Academic**\n\n**TOEFL iBT**\n\nOverall\n\n169\n\n6\n\nB\n\n50\n\n64\n\nListening\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n4\n\nReading\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n4\n\nWriting\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n14\n\nSpeaking\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n14\n\n* * *\n\n## Have adequate health insurance\n\nYou and your family members must have and maintain adequate health insurance for the duration of your stay in Australia. See what we consider [adequate health insurance](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\u002Fadequate-health-insurance).\n\n### Reciprocal healthcare agreements\n\nSome countries have a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Australia. Find out more from Services Australia about [reciprocal healthcare agreements](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.humanservices.gov.au\u002Findividuals\u002Fenablers\u002Frhca-medical-care-visitors-australia).\n\n* * *\n\n## Meet our health requirement\n\nYou and any family members who apply for the visa with you must meet our [health requirement](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth).\n\n* * *\n\n## Meet our character requirement\n\nYou and family members aged 16 years and over who apply for the visa must meet our [character requirement](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter). \n\n* * *\n\n## Sign the Australian values statement\n\nIf you are 18 years of age or older, you must:\n\n-   have read, or had explained to you, the [Life in Australia booklet](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Faustralian-values) and\n-   sign an [Australian Values Statement](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Faustralian-values) that confirms you will respect the Australian way of life and obey Australian laws.\n\n* * *\n\n## Have no debt to the Australian government\n\nIf you or any family members owe the Australian Government money, you or they must have paid it back or arranged to pay it back.\n\n* * *\n\n## Not had a visa cancelled or an application refused\n\nWe will consider your immigration history when we make a decision on your application, which means you might not be eligible for this visa if you have had a visa cancelled or refused.\n\nIn some circumstances you may still apply for a permanent visa if you have had a visa cancelled or an application refused see [Limitations on applications in Australia](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1026i.pdf).\n\nIf applying for a visa from outside Australia see [Can you go to Australia](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Fentering-australia\u002Fcan-i-go-to-australia\u002Fre-entry-ban).\n\nIf you need immigration assistance, see [Who can help with your visa application](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview).\n\n* * *\n\nMeet all these criteria? Check how to apply in our [step by step](#HowTo) guide.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a1a",{"title":106,"content":245,"_id":246},"Step 1\n\nBefore you apply\n\nBegin these steps as soon as possible after your education provider has confirmed you have successfully completed your course.\n\n#### Make sure you have a passport\n\nYou need a valid passport for this visa.\n\nIf you plan to get a new passport, do so before applying for your visa.\n\n#### Check your visa conditions\n\nIf you have a current visa with a 'No further stay' condition 8534 or 8503 on your current visa, you can’t apply for this visa online. Please submit an [ImmiAccount technical support form](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fimmiaccount-technical-support-form). \n\nTo see your conditions see [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002F).\n\n#### Organise health exams\n\nYou may need health examinations.\n\nFind out the [examinations you need](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\u002Fwhat-health-examinations-you-need) and how to arrange them. Arranging examinations before you apply may lead to a faster decision.\n\n#### Get help with your application\n\nOnly some people can help you with your application. If you appoint someone to give you immigration assistance they must be:\n\n-   a [registered migration agent](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fusing-a-migration-agent)\n-   a [legal practitioner](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fusing-a-legal-practitioner)\n-   an [exempt person](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fexempt-person).\n\nYou can appoint anyone to [receive documents](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fauthorised-recipents) on your behalf relating to your visa matter.\n\n#### Arrange a skills assessment\n\nA relevant assessing authority must assess your skills as being suitable for your [nominated occupation](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskill-occupation-list).\n\nEach authority assesses the skills against their individual professional standards.\n\n#### Contact the relevant authority to find the requirements for your occupation\n\nThe relevant authority for your occupation can be found in the list of [eligible skilled occupations](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskill-occupation-list).\n\n#### Organise your skills assessment with the relevant authority\n\nYou must provide your valid skills assessment with your application. If you don’t have a skills assessment, you must provide evidence that you have applied for one.\n\nSkills assessments are valid for a maximum of 3 years, unless a shorter date is specified on the assessment.\n\nStep 2\n\nGather your documents\n\nProvide proof of your study, qualifications, skills assessment, identity and relationships. You will also need to provide documents for your family members.\n\n#### Provide accurate information\n\nProvide accurate information. See what happens [if you can't prove your identity or don't provide true information](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fproviding-accurate-information).\n\n#### Identity documents\n\nProvide the pages of your current passport showing your photo, personal details, and passport issue and expiry dates.\n\nAlso provide:\n\n-   a national identity card, if you have one\n-   proof of change of name.\n\nDocuments that prove a change of name include:\n\n-   a marriage or divorce certificate\n-   change of name documents from an Australian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, or the relevant overseas authority\n-   documents that show other names you have been known by.\n\n#### Study documents\n\nThe documents you need for your application are listed under ‘Evidence to attach to your application’ on Meeting the [Temporary Graduate visa study requirement](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-graduate-485\u002Fmeeting-the-temporary-graduate-visa-subclass-485-study-requirement).\n\n#### English language requirement documents\n\nTo prove your English level meets the requirements, show us evidence that you are a citizen of and hold a valid passport from one of the following countries:\n\n-   The United Kingdom\n-   The United States of America\n-   Canada\n-   New Zealand\n-   The Republic of Ireland.\n\nIn the 12 months immediately before the day you apply for your visa, you must have scored one of the specified results below.\n\nFor tests taken on or after 7 August 2025, note the following changes:\n\n-   OET does not currently provide [overall test results](https:\u002F\u002Foet.com\u002Ftest\u002Ftest-overview\u002Fresults-and-scoring) on test score reports. Contact OET to obtain your overall score and include the required information in your application.\n-   The department accepts IELTS test results that include One Skill Retake (OSR) for a Temporary Graduate visa. Any OSR must be completed prior to lodging your application.\n-   The department accepts MET test results that include Single Section Retake (SSR) for a Temporary Graduate visa. Any SSR must be completed prior to lodging your application.\n\nFor further information, see [English Language visa requirements](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fenglish-language).\n\n **Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or after 7 August 2025**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**C1 Advanced**\n\n**CELPIP General**\n\n**[IELTS Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-academic-test)**\n\n**[IELTS General Training](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-general-training-test)**\n\n**[LANGUAGECERT Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.languagecert.org\u002Fen\u002Flanguage-exams\u002Fenglish\u002Flanguagecert-academic\u002Facademic)**\n\n**[MET](https:\u002F\u002Fmichiganassessment.org\u002Fmichigan-tests\u002Fmet-new\u002F)**\n\n**[OET\\*](https:\u002F\u002Foet.com\u002F)**\n\n**[PTE Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pearsonpte.com\u002Fpte-academic)**\n\n**[TOEFL iBT](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ets.org\u002Ftoefl.html)**\n\nOverall\n\nNot accepted\n\n8\n\n6.5\n\n6.5\n\n67\n\n58\n\n1310\n\n55\n\n81\n\nListening\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n49\n\n53\n\n260\n\n40\n\n12\n\nReading\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n54\n\n51\n\n280\n\n42\n\n12\n\nWriting\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n56\n\n51\n\n260\n\n41\n\n14\n\nSpeaking\n\nNot accepted\n\n6\n\n5.5\n\n5.5\n\n62\n\n43\n\n310\n\n39\n\n17\n\n**Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or before 6 August 2025**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**CAE \u002F C1 Advanced**\n\n**IELTS**\n\n**OET**\n\n**PTE Academic**\n\n**TOEFL iBT**\n\nOverall\n\n176\n\n6.5\n\nB\n\n57\n\n83\n\nListening\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n43\n\n7\n\nReading\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n48\n\n8\n\nWriting\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n51\n\n18\n\nSpeaking\n\n162\n\n5.5\n\nB\n\n42\n\n16\n\nHolders of British National (BNO) or Hong Kong passports must have scored one of the following in the 12 months immediately before the day they apply for their visa:\n\n**Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or after 7 August 2025 - Holders of British National (BNO) or Hong Kong passports**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**C1 Advanced**\n\n**[CELPIP General](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.celpip.ca\u002Fcelpip-general\u002F)**\n\n**[IELTS Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-academic-test)**\n\n**[IELTS General Training](https:\u002F\u002Fielts.org\u002Ftake-a-test\u002Ftest-types\u002Fielts-general-training-test)**\n\n**[LANGUAGECERT Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.languagecert.org\u002Fen\u002Flanguage-exams\u002Fenglish\u002Flanguagecert-academic\u002Facademic)**\n\n**[MET](https:\u002F\u002Fmichiganassessment.org\u002Fmichigan-tests\u002Fmet-new\u002F)**\n\n**[OET\\*](https:\u002F\u002Foet.com\u002F)**\n\n**[PTE Academic](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pearsonpte.com\u002Fpte-academic)**\n\n**[TOEFL iBT](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ets.org\u002Ftoefl.html)**\n\nOverall\n\nNot accepted\n\n7\n\n6\n\n6\n\n61\n\n53\n\n1210\n\n47\n\n67\n\nListening\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n41\n\n49\n\n220\n\n33\n\n8\n\nReading\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n44\n\n47\n\n240\n\n36\n\n8\n\nWriting\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n45\n\n45\n\n200\n\n29\n\n9\n\nSpeaking\n\nNot accepted\n\n5\n\n5\n\n5\n\n54\n\n38\n\n270\n\n24\n\n14\n\n**Acceptable minimum scores - Test taken on or before 6 August 2025 - Holders of British National (BNO) or Hong Kong passports**\n\n**Test Sub-skill**\n\n**CAE \u002F C1 Advanced**\n\n**IELTS**\n\n**OET**\n\n**PTE Academic**\n\n**TOEFL iBT**\n\nOverall\n\n169\n\n6\n\nB\n\n50\n\n64\n\nListening\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n4\n\nReading\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n4\n\nWriting\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n14\n\nSpeaking\n\n154\n\n5\n\nB\n\n36\n\n14\n\n#### Skills assessment documents\n\nProvide evidence that the relevant assessment authority has assessed your skills as suitable for your nominated occupation.\n\nAssessing authorities may require a higher level of study than what is required for the Post-Vocational Education Work (PVEW) stream. Ensure that your skills and qualifications match the requirements of your nominated occupation, as set by the relevant assessing authority.\n\nIf you have not received your skills assessment yet, you must provide evidence that you have applied to the relevant assessment authority to have your skills assessed.\n\nYou must attach the completed assessment in [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin) .\n\n#### Health insurance documents\n\nYou must prove that you have adequate health insurance in Australia. Provide:\n\n-   a signed letter from your health insurance provider(s)\n-   a Medicare card or proof of your enrolment with Medicare\n-   evidence of health insurance.\n\n#### Character documents\n\nYou and any other applicants aged 16 years or over must provide evidence that you applied for an Australian Federal Police (AFP) check within the 12 month period ending the day before you submit your visa application.\n\nThis means:\n\n-   you must not apply for the AFP check on the same day as your visa application\n-   you must apply for the AFP check no earlier than 12 months before and no later than the day before your visa application date.\n\nWe only accept complete disclosure National Police Certificates (Immigration\u002FCitizenship - Australia Name Check Only) issued by the [Australian Federal Police](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.afp.gov.au\u002Fwhat-we-do\u002Fservices\u002Fcriminal-records\u002Fnational-police-checks).\n\nWe do not accept:\n\n-   standard disclosure certificates\n-   national police certificates issued by Australian state or territory police, or\n-   certificates from any other organisation.\n\nNote: the AFP National Police Checks system may take up to 24 hours to generate a receipt following submission. The AFP application submission confirmation page can be saved and used as evidence of the date you applied for the AFP check.\n\nYou must complete and provide:\n\n-   [Form 80 Personal particulars for character assessment (596KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F80.pdf)\n-   [Form 1221 Additional personal particulars information (331KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1221.pdf)\n\nIf requested, you may also need to provide:\n\n-   an overseas police certificate from each country you have lived in for a total of 12 months or more in the last 10 years since turning 16, including your home country\n-   military service records or discharge papers if you served in the armed forces of any country\n\nFor more information, see [character requirements for visas](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter).\n\n#### Inform Department of Home Affairs you are getting help\n\nTo nominate someone to:\n\n-   receive your correspondence, use [Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient (301KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956a.pdf)\n-   provide immigration assistance, use [Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person (308KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956.pdf).\n\nUpload your written notification or your forms to [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Foverview).\n\n#### Partner documents\n\nProvide your 's:\n\n-   identity documents\n-   character documents\n-   documents about other family members, if applicable.\n\nIf you are married, provide your marriage certificate or other evidence that your marriage is valid in Australia.\n\nIf you are a partner, provide proof of your de facto relationship.\n\n**Additional proof of a de facto relationships**\n\nIn addition to documents proving your relationship, provide evidence that:\n\n-   you have been in your relationship for at least 12 months before you applied for this visa, or\n-   if applicable, provide evidence that your relationship is registered by a participating Australian state or territory.\n\n#### Dependants under 18 documents\n\nFor every dependant 18 years old or younger who is applying with you, provide:\n\n-   copies of birth certificates or the family book showing the names of both parents of all your dependent children\n-   copies of the adoption paper, if applicable. \n\n#### Parental responsibility documents\n\nYou must get consent for any applicant under 18 years of age to migrate to Australia from anyone who:\n\n-   has a legal right to decide where the child lives and\n-   is not coming to Australia with the child.\n\nThey must complete either:\n\n-   [Form 1229 Consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under the age of 18 years (276KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1229.pdf)\n-   a statutory declaration giving their consent for the child to visit Australia on this visa.\n\nAlternatively, you can show us:\n\n-   an Australian court order that allows your child to migrate to Australia, or\n-   that the laws of your home country allow them to migrate.\n\nInclude:\n\n-   an identity document that shows the signature and photo of the person who completed the form or declaration, such as a passport or driver’s licence\n-   adoption papers or other court documents if applicable.\n\n#### Dependants over 18 documents\n\nTo include your child who is over 18 in your visa application, they must be:\n\n-   over 18 years of age but not yet turned 23, and dependent on you or your partner, or\n-   over 23 years of age and unable to earn a living to support themselves due to physical or cognitive limitations and dependent on you or your partner.\n\nIf your child is likely to turn 23 while your application is being processed, you will need to provide evidence they are dependent on you due to disability.\n\nProvide:\n\n-   identity documents\n-   documents about their other relationships, if applicable\n-   character documents.\n\nYou must also provide proof the child is dependent on you.\n\n-   proof of your relationship with the dependant such as a birth certificate or adoption papers\n-   a completed [Form 47a Details of a child or other dependent family member aged 18 years or over (307KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F47a.pdf)\n-   proof of financial dependency such as bank statements, money transfers and rent receipts\n-   if the child is aged 23 or is likely to turn 23 while your application is being processed, you must also provide a report from a qualified medical practitioner that states they are dependent on you or your partner due to the total or partial loss of their bodily or mental functions.\n\n#### Prepare your documents\n\n#### Translate\n\nHave all non-English documents translated into English.\n\nProvide original and translated documents in your application. \n\nTranslators in Australia must be accredited by the [National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.naati.com.au\u002F).\n\nTranslators outside Australia do not have to be accredited. But on each translation, they must include their:\n\n-   full name\n-   address and telephone number\n-   qualifications and experience in the language they are translating.\n\nThese details must be in English.\n\nNote: You do not need to have any documents certified.\n\n#### Scan or photograph\n\nScan or photograph all documents (English and non-English) in colour.\n\nThe scans and photos must be clear.\n\nIf a document is more than one page, save it all as one file.\n\nStep 3\n\nApply for the visa\n\nYou must apply for this visa online.\n\nIf you are having problems lodging your application, see [common issues and error messages](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\u002Fcommon-issues-and-error-messages).\n\n#### Provide accurate information\n\nProvide accurate information. See what happens [if you can't prove your identity or don't provide true information.](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fproviding-accurate-information)\n\n#### Apply online\n\n1.  Create an account or log in to [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline)\n2.  [Attach documents](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline#content-index-2)\n3.  Have family applications processed together. Each family member must still have their Visa Application Charge paid and documents attached to their application\n4.  [Pay the Visa Application Charge](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\u002Fhow-to-pay). We will not process your application until you pay the charge.\n\nWhen you submit your application you must pay for you and your family members or your application will not be valid. \n\nNote:\n\n-   Choose visa stream carefully - it is not possible to make changes after you apply.\n-   A valid application must be made within the eligibility timeframe. Late applications cannot be accepted.\n-   Applications are received Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) (or Australian Eastern daylight standard time (AEDST) when applicable).\n\nWhen you submit your application you must attach the following information:\n\n-   evidence of successful course completion\n-   evidence of the required level of English\n-   evidence all applicants over the age of 16 years have applied for an Australian Federal Police check. See [character requirements for visas](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter)\n-   evidence of adequate health insurance for all applicants\n-   evidence you have applied for a skills assessment in your nominated occupation on the [skilled occupation list](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskill-occupation-list).\n\nIf you have a technical problem with your ImmiAccount or online application see [how to resolve error messages when submitting online](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\u002Fcommon-issues-and-error-messages). \n\nStep 4\n\nAfter you apply\n\nWe will let you know when we have received your application and documents. See what you can and must do after you apply.\n\n#### Status updates\n\nWe cannot give status updates while your application is within standard processing timeframes.\n\nFor any information requests, check [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline) .\n\n#### Travel after you apply\n\nYou can be in or outside Australia (but not in immigration clearance) when we decide on your visa application.\n\n#### Health exams\n\nFind out the [examinations you need](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\u002Fwhat-health-examinations-you-need) and how you can arrange them. Arranging examinations before you apply may lead to a faster decision.\n\n#### Attach more information\n\nYou can attach further supporting documents in [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline).\n\nYou should provide any requested information within the specified timeframe. We can make a decision on your application once the timeframe has passed.\n\n#### Stay lawful\n\nMake sure you stay lawful by holding a valid visa while we process your application.\n\nWhen you applied for this visa, you were granted a bridging visa. If your current visa expires before we decide on your application, your bridging visa will allow you to stay lawfully in Australia while we process your application.\n\nDo not cancel your current visa. If you do, you will be staying in Australia unlawfully.\n\nLearn more about [visa expiry](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fvisa-about-to-expire).\n\n#### Add family\n\nYou may be able to add your dependent child to your application for this visa before we make a decision.\n\nYou will need to:\n\n-   complete [Form 1436 Adding an additional applicant after lodgement (481KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1436.pdf) with a clear statement to add the child to your 485 application\n-   attach all supporting documents including the child's passport, birth certificate and documents to prove your relationship and custody.\n\nYour family can also apply to join you in Australia as a after the visa is granted. See [when you have this visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-graduate-485\u002Fgraduate-work#When).\n\nNewborn children\n\nIf your child is born after you apply but before we make a decision on your visa, then your child is considered to have made the same visa application as you.\n\nYou must inform Department of Home Affairs as soon as possible and give us:\n\n-   a copy of the child's birth certificate\n-   a completed [Form 1022 Notification of changes in circumstances (172KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1022.pdf) \n-   copies of all supporting documents including the child's passport if available.\n\n#### Mistakes on your application\n\nLet us know as soon as you can.\n\nComplete [Form 1023 Notification of incorrect answers (168KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1023.pdf)\n\n#### Help with your application\n\nLet us know if you no longer want someone to:\n\n-   receive your correspondence - complete [Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient (301KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956a.pdf)\n-   provide immigration advice - complete [Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person (308KB PDF)](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956.pdf).\n\nUpload your written notification or your forms to [ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Foverview).\n\nFor more information see [Who can help you with your application](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview).\n\n#### Inform Department of Home Affairs if things change\n\nThings you need to let us know about include:\n\n-   changes to the your phone number, email, address or passport\n-   changes to the your relationship status\n-   the birth of a child\n-   you want to withdraw your application.\n\nSee how to inform Department of Home Affairs if [your situation changes](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fchange-in-situation).\n\nStep 5\n\nVisa outcome\n\nYou can be in or outside Australia (but not in ) when we decide on your visa application.\n\nIf you are a subsequent entrant (family member), you can be in or outside Australia when we decide on your visa application.\n\n#### If your visa application is approved\n\nIf we grant your visa, we will tell you:\n\n-   your visa grant number\n-   your visa grant date\n-   your visa conditions.\n\nKeep a copy of the email with you when in Australia.\n\n#### If your visa application is refused\n\nIf we refuse your visa we will let you know by email. We will tell you why we refused and whether you have a right to a review of the decision.\n\nWe will not refund the Visa Application Charge if we refuse your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a1b",{"title":110,"content":248,"_id":249},"[Now you have your visa](#haveThisVisa-index-0)\n\n[Coming to Australia](#haveThisVisa-index-1)\n\n[In Australia](#haveThisVisa-index-2)\n\n[Leaving Australia](#haveThisVisa-index-3)\n\n* * *\n\n## Now you have your visa\n\nNow that you have your Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) Post-Vocational Education Work visa, you may want to consider withdrawing any other undecided visa applications you have lodged with us. Failure to withdraw any undecided applications may result in you being granted a different visa.\n\nTo withdraw any other visa application, you must advise us in writing. More information is available at [You want to withdraw an application](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fwithdraw-visa-application).\n\n## Coming to Australia\n\n### Before you leave\n\n#### Check your travel documents\n\nYou must have:\n\n-   a valid visa to enter Australia\n-   a valid passport or other travel document.\n\n### At the border\n\n#### Completing an Incoming Passenger Card\n\nAll people arriving Australia must complete the [Incoming Passenger Card](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abf.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Fcrossing-the-border\u002Fat-the-border\u002Fincoming-passenger-card-\\(ipc\\)). You will given this card onboard.\n\n#### Leaving the airport faster\n\nWe have an automated process that uses facial recognition technology and your ePassport. You might be able to leave the airport faster if you use [SmartGate](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abf.gov.au\u002Fsmartgates).\n\n## In Australia\n\n### What you can do when you have this visa\n\nYou can travel, work or study in Australia during your stay.\n\nYou must find your own employment while on this visa.\n\n### What you must do on this visa\n\nYou and your family members must obey all Australian laws.\n\nSee your conditions in [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002F) or your visa grant letter.\n\n### Inform Department of Home Affairs if things change\n\nThings you need to let us know about include:\n\n-   changes to your phone number, email, address or passport\n-   changes to your relationship status\n-   the birth of a child.\n\nSee how to inform Department of Home Affairs if there is a [change in your situation](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fchange-in-situation).\n\n### See how long you can stay\n\nThis is a temporary visa. You can usually stay in Australia for 18 months.\n\nThe visa starts on the date we grant your visa.\n\nTo see when you must leave, use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002F).\n\n### Staying longer\n\nYou can't stay in Australia longer by extending this visa.\n\nYou might be eligible for other skilled work visas. Use our visa finder to find out [options for work](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-finder\u002Fwork).\n\n### Travelling on your visa\n\nThis visa is granted with multiple entries. You can travel outside Australia and return as many times as you want while your visa is valid.\n\nTime spent outside Australia does not extend your visa.\n\nSee your conditions in [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002F).\n\n### Proving you have a visa\n\nTo prove you have a visa and show your conditions to someone, use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002F).\n\nTo get proof of your travel in and out of Australia [request your international movement records](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Frequest-movement-records).\n\n### Working\n\nTo see your conditions for work, use [VEVO](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002F).\n\nYou are protected by Australian workplace law. See your [workplace rights and entitlements](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairwork.gov.au\u002Fhow-we-will-help\u002Ftemplates-and-guides\u002Ffact-sheets\u002Frights-and-obligations\u002Fvisa-holders-and-migrant-workers-workplace-rights-and-entitlements).\n\n### Bringing family\n\nMembers of the family unit can also apply to join you in Australia as a subsequent entrant after we grant your visa. They can be in or outside Australia when they apply (but not in immigration clearance). Family members applying for this visa as subsequent entrants must [apply online in ImmiAccount](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline). For more information see [step by step](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Ftemporary-graduate-485\u002Fgraduate-work#HowTo).\n\nVisa holders must arrive in Australia by their Initial Entry Date.\n\n#### Newborn children\n\nFind out what to do if [your child is born after you apply or when you hold your visa](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fhad-a-baby).\n\n## Leaving Australia\n\n### Before you leave \n\n#### Check your travel documents\n\nYou must have a valid passport or other travel document to leave Australia.\n\n### At the border\n\n#### Leaving the airport faster\n\nWe have an automated process that uses facial recognition technology and your ePassport. You might be able to leave the airport faster if you use [SmartGate](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.abf.gov.au\u002Fsmartgates).\n\n### After you leave\n\n#### Getting your superannuation\n\nYou are likely to have some money in a superannuation fund if you worked in Australia and you are paid AUD450 or more before tax in a month.\n\n-   aged 18 years or older\n-   paid AUD450 or more before tax in a month.\n\nSee how to [access your super](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Fleaving-australia).\n\n#### Proving you have been to Australia\n\nTo get proof of your travel in and out of Australia [request your international movement records](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Frequest-movement-records).","69e34fdcfa197c1b21077a1c",{"_id":251,"name":252,"subclass":253,"slug":254,"category":42,"type":255,"description":256,"officialUrl":257,"sections":258,"__v":36},"69e34fdcfa197c1b210779ed","Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa","494","skilled-employer-sponsored-regional-494","Provisional","Allows skilled workers sponsored by an employer to live and work in regional Australia with a pathway to permanent residency.","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskilled-employer-sponsored-regional-494",[259,262,264,268,272],{"title":17,"content":260,"_id":261},"Subclass 494\n\n# Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa\n\nThis visa enables regional employers to address identified labour shortages within their region by sponsoring skilled workers where employers can't source an appropriately skilled Australian worker\n\n### Basic Eligibility\n\n**You must:**\n\n-   be nominated by an approved work sponsor\n-   have an occupation on a relevant [skilled occupation list](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskill-occupation-list)\n-   have a suitable [skills assessment](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fworking-in-australia\u002Fskills-assessment) for the occupation\n-   be under 45 years of age\n-   meet minimum standards of English language proficiency","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779ee",{"title":21,"content":77,"_id":263},"69e34fdcfa197c1b210779ef",{"title":265,"content":266,"_id":267},"Employer Sponsored stream","Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494)\n\n## [Employer Sponsored stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskilled-employer-sponsored-regional-494\u002Femployer-sponsored-stream)\n\nThis visa enables regional employers to address identified labour shortages within their region by sponsoring skilled workers where employers can't source an appropriately skilled Australian worker\n\n-   You can live, work and study only in designated regional areas of Australia\n\n-   You can apply for permanent residence after 3 years from the time your visa is granted\n\nStay\n\n5 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD4,910.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779f0",{"title":269,"content":270,"_id":271},"Labour Agreement stream","Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494)\n\n## [Labour Agreement stream](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskilled-employer-sponsored-regional-494\u002Flabour-agreement-stream)\n\nThis stream is for skilled workers nominated by employers who have a labour agreement. Labour agreements are developed between the Australian Government (represented by the Department) and employers.\n\n-   Your employer has to have a labour agreement with the Australian government in effect\n\nStay\n\n5 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD4,910.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.","69e34fdcfa197c1b210779f1",{"title":224,"content":273,"_id":274},"Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494)\n\n## [Subsequent entrant](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fskilled-employer-sponsored-regional-494\u002Fsubsequent-entrant)\n\nThis visa is for members of the family unit of a Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (SESR) (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) holder who are applying separately for their SESR visa and wish to join the primary SESR visa holder in Australia.\n\n-   This is for members of the family unit of SESR visa holders\n\nStay\n\nUp to 5 years\n\nCost\n\nFrom AUD4,910.00\n\nProcessing Time\n\nFor an indication of processing times for this visa, use the [visa processing time guide tool](https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times). This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. 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