The Highly Skilled Worker Visa in Australia (also known as the Skilled Migration Program) offers pathways to permanent residency and employment for qualified individuals with skills in demand in the Australian labor market.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
The Highly Skilled Worker Visa program in Australia provides opportunities for skilled professionals to live and work in Australia permanently. This program is designed to attract talented individuals who can contribute to Australia's economy and fill skill shortages in various sectors.
Visión general
A pathway to permanent residency and employment for skilled professionals in Australia
Requisitos
Qualified individuals in occupations listed on the Skilled Occupation List. Skills must be assessed by the relevant assessing authority
Restricciones de anclaje
Meses para la ciudadanía
Duración del visado
Permanente
Meses para el visado
6-12 months
Requisito de presencia física
No specific requirement
Disponibilidad
Fácil
Subsidio familiar
Cónyuge e hijos
Visión general
Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. If invited, lodge a visa application online.
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benefits
The program offers numerous advantages for skilled professionals looking to establish their career in Australia's dynamic and innovative environment.
Fast-tracked permanent residency for exceptional talent
Access to Australia's high-quality healthcare and education systems
Opportunity to contribute to and benefit from Australia's innovation ecosystem
Path to citizenship allowed after 4 years of permanent residence
Lifetime residency privilege
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Online Submission Allowed
Países sin visado
155
Passport Validity
10 years, 5 years for children and certain adults
Strong economy
High quality of life
Beautiful natural environment
Path to citizenship allowed after 4 years of permanent residence
Lifetime residency privilege
Online Submission Allowed
Países sin visado
155
Passport Validity
10 years, 5 years for children and certain adults
Visión general
Australia offers excellent career opportunities, high quality of life, and a welcoming environment for skilled professionals.
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REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Personal documents+Proof of employment or Job Offer+Academic background+Professional background+Skills Assesment+Proof of meeting English language standards
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the Highly Skilled Worker Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their qualifications and professional experience.
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify qualification requirements
• Check salary thresholds
• Review work experience criteria
Employer Sponsorship
• Secure qualifying job offer
• Obtain employer sponsorship
• Complete labor market test (if required)
Documentation
• Gather qualification certificates
• Prepare employment contract
• Complete skills assessment
• Obtain professional registrations
Application
• Submit visa application
• Complete health checks
• Provide biometrics
Relocation
• Receive work visa approval
• Register with authorities
• Complete workplace onboarding
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport
Applicant's Birth Certificate+Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Not applicable
A clean criminal record is required, confirmed through police clearance certificates from the applicant's country of origin and any country of residence in the past 5 years
Not applicable
Passport+State Issued ID+Biometrics
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Not applicable
The applicant and all dependents must meet character requirements, including a clean criminal record.
Proof of funds
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
99
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
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Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
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Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
19
Coste de la vida
10
Quality of Life
8
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Healthcare Quality
7
Internet Speed
73
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Human Freedom
14
63
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
Rankings
Safety
19
Coste de la vida
10
Quality of Life
8
Healthcare Quality
7
Internet Speed
73
Human Freedom
14
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