Australian Work Visas are government documents that are issued to foreign candidates to work in the country. The Australian Work Visa or Work Permits are of two types: temporary work visa and permanent work visa. You must meet the eligibility criteria based on the type of work visa selected.
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There are different types of Australian Visas, and they are as follows:
Business Innovation and Investment (permanent) visa (subclass 888) |
Pacific Engagement Visa (subclass 192) |
Business Innovation and Investment (provisional) visa (subclass 188) |
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187) |
Skilled Regional visa (subclass 887) |
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) |
Business Owner (subclass 890) |
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 494) |
Global Talent visa (subclass 858) |
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) |
Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) |
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) |
Investor visa (subclass 891) |
Skilled-Recognized Graduate visa (subclass 476) |
Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191) |
Skilled Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 489) |
State or Territory Sponsored Business Owner visa (subclass 892) |
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) |
State or Territory Sponsored Investor visa (subclass 893) |
Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) |
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) |
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (subclass 400) |
Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) |
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The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is a point-based visa for eligible workers, citizens of New Zealand, and British nationals or Hong Kong passport holders. It allows eligible individuals to reside and work in the country permanently. To be considered for Subclass 189, you must score a minimum of 65 points in the Immigration Points Calculator. In order to apply for the visa, you must submit an EOI and get an invitation from Skill Select. You must submit the application within 60 days of receiving an ITA.
The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) offers the following benefits:
The processing cost for a Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is around AUD 4,640
The following table has the processing time for a Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189):
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 11 to 12 months |
One can apply for a Skilled Independent Visa through the following streams:
You can apply via the Points Tested Stream for Subclass 189 after satisfying the points requirement.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 189 (Points Tested Stream)
You must satisfy the following eligibility requirements to get a Subclass 189 Visa through the Points Tested Stream.
You can apply via the New Zealand Stream if you are a citizen of New Zealand and have shown contribution and commitment to Australia. The visa allows eligible candidates to reside and work in the country permanently.
Note: The Subclass 189 Visa- New Zealand Stream has been temporarily closed.
The Hong Kong Stream allows British nationals overseas or Hong Kong passport holders who shown their commitment to reside permanently and work in the country. You are required to have a valid visa and live for at least 4 years to be considered.
Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 189 (Hong Kong Stream)
You are required to meet the following requirements to be considered for the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) – Hong Kong stream:
The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) allows nominated skilled individuals to move to Australia permanently and work. The visa allows you to travel in and out of Australia for a period of 5 years. You must meet the following requirements to be considered for the visa:
The processing cost for a Subclass 190 Visa is around AUD 4,640. For any additional applicant who cannot meet the English language requirement you must pay a second instalment of AUD4, 885.
The processing time for the Subclass 190 Visa is mentioned in the following table:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 11 to 12 months |
This visa is for skilled individuals nominated by the state or government body to work in the regional area of the country.
You are required to meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered for the visa:
There are two different types of Provisional Visas, and they are as follows:
It is a temporary provisional visa that allows skilled workers to remain and work in regional areas of Australia. This visa provides the following benefits:
Processing Cost for a Subclass 491 Visa (Main Applicant)
The processing cost for a Subclass 491 visa (Main applicant) is around AUD 4,640.
Processing Time for a Subclass 491 Visa (Main Applicant)
The following table consists of the processing time required for a Subclass 491 Visa (Main Applicant):
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 9 to 12 months |
You must be a family member of a Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa holder to be considered for the visa. This visa allows you to remain and work or study in a designated region in Australia.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 491 Visa (Subsequent Entrant)
You have to meet the following eligibility criteria for a Subclass 491 Visa (Subsequent Entrant):
Processing Cost for a Subclass 491 Visa (Subsequent Entrant)
The processing cost for a Subclass 491 Visa (Subsequent Entrant) is around AUD 4,640.
Processing Time for a Subclass 491 Visa (Subsequent Entrant)
The processing time for a Subclass 491 Visa (Subsequent Entrant) is listed below:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 9 - 20 months |
The Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa or the Subclass 191 allows individuals with an eligible visa and who meet specific income requirements to reside and work in the country indefinitely.
The Subclass 191 has 2 streams as follows:
Regional Provisional Stream
This visa permits foreign nationals that have resided and worked in the regional areas of the country on a valid visa to remain in Australia permanently and work. The applicants are required to satisfy the conditions of their valid visa.
Eligibility Requirements for the Subclass 191 (Regional Provisional Stream)
Processing Cost for the Subclass 191 (Regional Provisional Stream)
The cost required for the Regional Provisional Stream is given in the table below:
Category | Cost |
Primary applicant | AUD 475.00 |
Additional applicant of minimum 18 years old | AUD 240.00 |
Additional applicant less than 18 years old | AUD 120.00 |
*Note: You must pay an additional charge for the biometrics, medical examinations, and police verification certificates.
Processing Time for the Subclass 191 (Regional Provisional Stream)
The processing time for the Regional Provisional Stream is as follows:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 22 to 81 days |
Hong Kong Stream
The visa allows British overseas citizens and Hong Kong passport holders who have shown loyalty towards Australia to remain in the country indefinitely and work.
Eligibility Requirements for the Subclass 191 (Hong Kong Stream)
Cost for the Subclass 191 (Hong Kong Stream)
The cost for the Hong Kong Stream is around AUD4, 640.
The Employer Nomination Scheme Visa allows skilled workers who are nominated by their sponsor/employer to remain in Australia indefinitely for work.
It costs around AUD 4,640 for the Employer Nomination Scheme Visa.
There are three types of streams under the Employer Nomination Scheme Visa
You must be a skilled worker nominated by an employer in the Australia to be considered for the visa. You are allowed to work and remain in the country permanently.
Eligibility Requirements for the Subclass 186 (Direct Entry Stream)
Processing Time for the Subclass 186 (Direct Entry Stream)
The processing time for the Subclass 186- Direct Entry Stream is listed in the following table:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 6 to 11 months |
The Labour Agreement Stream Visa permits skilled workers to be nominated by an Australian employer under a labour agreement. The workers are allowed to remain in the country and work permanently.
Eligibility Criteria for the Subclass 186 (Labour Agreement Stream)
Processing Time for the Subclass 186 (Labour Agreement Stream)
The following table lists the processing time for the Subclass 186- Labour Agreement Stream:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 9 to 15 months |
The Temporary Residence Transition Stream allows skilled workers with a 3 year work experience under a valid employer to reside and work in Australia indefinitely.
Eligibility Requirements for the Temporary Residence Transition Stream
Processing Time for the Subclass 186 (Temporary Residence Transition Stream)
The following table consists of the processing time for the Subclass 186- Temporary Residence Transition Stream:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 9 to 12 months |
The Subclass 482 Visa allows employers in Australia to sponsor skilled workers from across the world to fill vacancies in the country that cannot be filled with local talent.
One can apply for the Subclass 482 Visa via the following 4 streams:
The Short-term stream of the Subclass 482 Visa permits employers in Australia to address shortages in the Australian job market by bringing in skilled foreign nationals. The stream allows Australian employers to fill the vacancies that the local talent cannot fulfill. This helps maintain the productivity of the industry and improves Australia's economy.
Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 482 (Short-term stream)
Processing Cost for the Subclass 482 (Short-term stream)
The processing cost for Subclass 482 (Short-term stream) is around AUD 1,455.
Processing Time for the Subclass 482 (Short-term stream)
The following table lists the processing time for the Subclass 482 (Short term stream):
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 15 to 83 days |
You must be a skilled worker to apply for a Medium-term stream under the Subclass 482 Visa. This visa allows you to stay for a period of 4 years in the country, and if you are a Hong Kong passport holder, you can extend your visa up to a period of 5 years. The visa also allows interested applicants to take part in a study program without government financial assistance. The medium-term stream helps Australia to satisfy the longer-term skill requirement in specific occupations.
Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 482 (Medium-term stream)
Processing Cost for the Subclass 482 (Medium-term stream)
The processing cost for the Subclass 482 (Medium-term stream) is around AUD 3,035.
Processing Time for the Subclass 482 (Medium-term stream)
The processing time for the Subclass 482 (Medium-term stream) is as follows:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 15 to 80 days |
The Labour Agreement stream under the Subclass 482 Visa permits skilled individuals with a nomination from a valid Australian employer having a Labour Agreement to reside and work for a short period in the country.
Eligibility Criteria for a Subclass 482 (Labour Agreement stream)
Processing Cost for the Subclass 482 (Labour Agreement stream)
The processing cost for the Subclass 482 (Labour Agreement stream) is around AUD 3,035.
Processing Time for the Subclass 482 (Labour Agreement stream)
The processing time for the Subclass 482 (Labour Agreement stream) is as follows:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 34 days to 4 months |
You can apply for a Subsequent Entrant stream under the Subclass 482 Visa if you are a family member of Subclass 457 and TSS Visas to join your relatives in the country. One can live in Australia with their family by applying for this visa as a dependent for the duration of the main applicant’s tenure.
Eligibility Requirements for the Subclass 482 (Subsequent entrant stream)
Processing Cost for the Subclass 482 (Subsequent entrant stream)
The processing cost for Subclass 482 (Subsequent entrant) is around AUD 1,455.
Processing Time for the Subclass 482 (Subsequent entrant stream)
The following table consists of the processing time for Subclass 482 (Subsequent entrant stream):
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | Approx. 71 days |
You can apply for a Subclass 417 or a Subclass 462 Visa to take an extended vacation in Australia but also intend to work in the country.
The processing cost of Subclass 417 and 462 Visas is around AUD 635.
The processing time of Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 Visas are listed in the following table:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | Less than a day to 17 days |
The 3 types of Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 Visas are as follows:
You can apply for a First Working Holiday Visa under Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 Visas if you are between 18 to 30 years old. This visa allows you to have an extended vacation in Australia and also work to fund themselves.
Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 Visas (First Working Holiday Visa)
If you have held a First Working Holiday Visa can apply for a Second Working Holiday Visa under the Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 Visas to stay in the country for a vacation and work.
Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 Visas (Second Working Holiday Visa)
You must hold a Second Working Holiday Visa to be eligible for a Third Working Holiday Visa in Australia. The visa allows you to stay in Australia for a year.
Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 Visas (Third Working Holiday Visa)
The Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa allows workers with a specialized skillset and professional work experience that is not available in Australia. This visa permits you to work for 6 months in the country if applicable. You must submit a business case as evidence if you intend to stay for more than 3 months.
The processing cost for the Subclass 400 Visa is around AUD 405.
The processing time for the Subclass 400 Visa is listed in the below table:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
8 to 20 days |
You can apply for a Training Visa (Subclass 407) to take part in occupational training based on your workplace in Australia. This training can help in improving your skills that are relevant to your job role or enhancing your professional development. The visa allows you to stay in the country for a period of 2 years. The Subclass 407 offers the following:
The following are the 3 types of occupational training covered by the Training Visa:
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) has a processing cost of around AUD 405.
The processing time for a Training Visa (Subclass 407) is mentioned in the following table:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
17 to 64 days |
The Temporary Activity Visa under the Subclass 408 allows you to work in Australia's entertainment industry upon eligibility. The visa permits one to work either in television or film as a performer or a production staff member. You are eligible to choose from other streams as follows:
The Temporary Activity Visa has a processing cost of around AUD 405.
The 10 visa types under Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408) are as follows:
You can apply for the Australian Government Endorsed Events Visa to come to Australia and participate in events endorsed by the government of Australia. The visa permits one to stay for a period of 4 years with the flexibility to enter and exit Australia.
Eligibility Requirements for Australian Government-Endorsed Events (Subclass 408 Visa)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Australian Government Endorsed Events)
The processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Australian Government Endorsed Events) is listed below:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
70 days to 3 months |
The Special Program under the Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408 Visa) allows you to participate in a special program that is approved in Australia. The special programs can be youth exchanges, community programs, cultural enrichment, or school-to-school interchange programs. This visa permits you to stay for a period of 12 months in the country with your family.
Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 408 Visa (Special Program)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Special Program)
The following table lists the processing time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Special Program):
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
11 - 18 days |
The Religious Work under the Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408 Visa) permits you to work full-time for a religious institution in the country. This visa allows you and your family members to stay in Australia for a period of 2 years.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 Visa (Religious Work)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Religious Work)
The processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Religious Work) is listed in the below table:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
21 - 50 days |
The Research Activities under the Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408) allows you to take part in or observe a research project at an Australian institution. You and your family are permitted to stay for a period of 2 years in the country with this visa.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 Visa (Research Activities)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Research Activities)
The below table mentions the processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Research Activities):
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
19 days to 4 months |
The Invited for Other Social and Cultural Activity under the Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408) allows one to take part in a cultural or social activity that includes sports with an invitation. You can stay for a period of 3 months in Australia with your family members with this visa.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 (Invited for Other Social and Cultural Activity)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Invited for Other Social and Cultural Activity)
The processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Invited for Other Social and Cultural Activity) is as follows:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
3 - 15 days |
You can coach, play, and instruct for a team in Australia with the Sporting Activities Visa under the Temporary Activity Visa (subclass 408). This visa also permits one to take part in advanced level sports training under a sports organization. You can stay in Australia for a period of 2 years with this visa.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 Visa (Sporting Activities)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Sporting Activities)
The processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Sporting Activities) is listed in the following table:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
7 - 42 days |
You must be a skilled worker from the entertainment industry with an interest in working on television and film or as production staff to apply for the entertainment activities under the Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408 Visa). You can engage in specific activities and conditions that are outlined in your visa to ensure your expertise aligns with the needs of the entertainment industry in Australia. This visa allows you to stay with your family for 2 years in Australia.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 Visa (Entertainment Activities)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Entertainment Activities)
The below table consists of the processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Entertainment Activities):
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
8 to 12 days |
You can apply for a Superyacht Crew under the Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408) to work in the country as a member of the crew on a super yacht. This visa allows you to stay in the country for a period of 12 months.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 Visa (Superyacht Crew)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Superyacht Crew)
The processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Superyacht Crew) is listed below:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
6 to 13 days |
You can apply for an Exchange Arrangements under the Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408) to exchange jobs if you have relevant experience and skillset with a citizen or a permanent resident in Australia. This visa allows you and your family members to stay in the country for 2 years. You can be a part of the staff exchange and work for an organization in Australia.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 (Exchange Arrangements)
Processing Time for the Subclass 408 Visa (Exchange Arrangements)
The processing time for a Subclass 408 Visa (Exchange Arrangements) is as follows:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
11 to 58 days |
You can apply for a Domestic Work for Executives under the Temporary Activity (Subclass 408 Visa) to do domestic work in the household of foreign executives. This visa allows you and members of your family to stay in Australia for a period of 2 years.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 408 Visa (Domestic Work for Executives)
You can apply for the Temporary Work Visa (Subclass 403) if you are interested to work under specific circumstances in Australia to improve their international relations.
Processing Cost for a Temporary Work Visa (Subclass 403 Visa)
The processing cost for a Temporary Work Visa (Subclass 403 Visa) is around AUD 355.
You can apply for the Government Agreement Stream under the Temporary Work Visa (Subclass 403 Visa) if you want to work in Australia under the conditions of a shared agreement with a foreign country and the government of Australia. The visa stream allows you to work for a period of 2 years in the country. This visa is flexible as it allows multiple entry and exit out of Australia.
Eligibility Requirements of Subclass 403 (Government Agreement stream)
Processing Time for the Subclass 403 Visa (Government Agreement stream)
The processing time for a Subclass 403 Visa (Government Agreement stream) is listed in the following table:
Category | Duration |
Processing Time | 6 to 40 days |
You can apply for the Foreign Government Agency stream under the Temporary Work Visa (Subclass 403) to work in the country as a representative of a foreign government agency or work in an Australian school as a foreign language teacher employed by a foreign government or as a foreign diplomatic. You can stay in the country for a period of 4 years with this visa.
Eligibility Requirements for a Subclass 403 Visa (Foreign Government Agency stream)
Processing Time for the Subclass 403 Visa (Foreign Government Agency stream)
The processing time for a Subclass 403 Visa (Foreign Government Agency stream) is as follows:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
12 to 56 days |
You can apply for a Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) stream under the Temporary Work Visa (Subclass 403) if you are above 18 years old to work full-time in the country for a short period in the household of a Diplomatic (Temporary) visa holder.
Eligibility Requirements of Subclass 403 (Domestic Worker stream)
Processing Time for the Subclass 403 Visa (Domestic Worker stream)
The table below lists the processing time for a Subclass 403 Visa (Domestic Worker stream):
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
24 days to 5 months |
The Privileges and Immunities stream under the Temporary Work (Subclass 403) permits individuals with certain privileges and immunities to work in the country as a foreign representative. You must comply with related legislation to be considered for the visa. You can enjoy some exemptions, expand your social network, connect with government officials, and grow professionally.
Eligibility Requirements of Subclass 403 (Domestic Worker stream)
Processing Time for the Subclass 403 Visa (Privileges and Immunities stream)
The following table lists the processing time for a Subclass 403 Visa (Privileges and Immunities stream):
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
9 to 23 days |
The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream under the Temporary Work (Subclass 403) permits permanent residents and citizens of certain countries of the Pacific Island to work in the country for a period of 4 years as per the PALM (Pacific Australia Labour Mobility) scheme. You can access unlimited job opportunities, build a network and connect with Australians, and develop a sense of independence and adaptability. This visa allows you to work in Australia and get a short-term employment contract of 9 months and a long-term contract of 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements of Subclass 403 (Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream)
Processing Time for the Subclass 403 Visa (Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream)
The following table mentions the processing time for a Subclass 403 Visa (Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream):
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
4 days |
The Global Talent Visa allows you to stay in Australia permanently if you demonstrate exceptional ability and outstanding achievement in a relevant field. The relevant fields include sports, academia, arts, and research. You must be internationally recognized and must provide evidence that you can add value to the Australian community to be considered for the visa. This visa is valid for a period of 5 years and can be renewed multiple times as required.
The processing cost for a Subclass 858 Visa is around AUD 4,710.
The table given below lists the processing time required for a Subclass 858 Visa:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
6 to 33 months |
Subclass 476 permits recent skilled engineering graduates to reside in Australia to study or work for a period of 18 months. You must be under 31 years of age with a degree certification or have completed higher education from a qualified institution in the last 2 years to be considered for the visa.
The processing cost for the Subclass 476 (Skilled Recognized Graduate Visa) is around AUD 465.
The processing time for the Subclass 476 (Skilled Recognized Graduate Visa) is listed in the following table:
Category |
Duration |
Processing Time |
26 to 46 months |
The application process for Australian Work Visas is mentioned below:
Step 1: Select your preferred visa and ensure you meet the eligibility
Step 2: Arrange the checklist of documents and an EOI if applicable
Step 3: Receive an ITA in order to apply
Step 4: Apply for your selected work visa online
Step 5: Wait for the visa approval and migrate to Australia
The following table lists the cost of Australian Work Visas:
Subclass 189 |
AUD 4,640 |
Subclass 190 |
AUD 4,640 |
Subclass 491 |
AUD 4,640 |
Subclass 191 |
AUD 475 to AUD 4,640 |
Subclass 186 |
AUD 4,640 |
Subclass 482 |
AUD 1,455 to AUD 3,035 |
Subclass 417 and 462 Visa |
AUD 635 |
Subclass 400 Visa |
AUD 405 |
Subclass 407 Visa |
AUD 405 |
Subclass 408 Visa |
AUD 405 |
Subclass 403 Visa |
AUD 355 |
Subclass 858 Visa |
AUD 4,710 |
Subclass 476 Visa |
AUD 465 |
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