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- Overview
- Basic Features
- Eligibility
- Dependents
- Designated areas of Australia
- Fees
- Evaluation
- Full Service & Processing
- FAQS
Overview
The skilled sponsored visa is for individuals who fall short of the pass mark for independent migration and have the qualifications or skills that are needed by the Australian economy. The basic requirement of this visa is to obtain a nomination from a participating State/ Territory and meet the points test by scoring 100 points. Points are awarded on the basis of age, possessing skills and qualifications in an occupation listed on the SOL, work experience and English language skills.
State and Territory governments may nominate visa applicants who have an occupation that is in shortage in their particular State or Territory. There are currently eight states and territories participating in the skilled sponsored programme and each has its own occupation in demand list. South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), participate in the sponsored migration program.
To be nominated by a State or Territory government, the applicant must satisfy specific criteria, by the particular State or Territory. These may include:
- having an occupation on the skills shortage list in that State or Territory; or
- demonstrating specialized skills in a particular region of that State or Territory
The applicant has to sign an undertaking stating that he and his dependents will continue to live, work and study in the State or Territory for an initial period of 2 years.
The applicant will be granted a permanent multiple entry visa for a period of 5 years. Permanent residents may also be eligible for Australian citizenship.
Basic Features
(Top)- The applicant can score 10 points if sponsored by State/ Territory
- Sponsored applicants and their dependents holding STNI visa can live, work and study in Australia for an indefinite period of time.
- Applicants are eligible for citizenship of Australia after staying continuously for a period of 4 years.
- They have access to benefits like health, Medicare and certain social security benefits provided by the Australian government.
- The applicant will be able to sponsor his family for permanent residence.
Eligibility
(Top)Points: The applicant has to meet the points test by scoring 100 point.
- Age: The age of the applicant should be between 18 -45 years.
- English language: The applicant should demonstrate that he/she meets the English language threshold by submitting the test results before the application is lodged.
- Nominated occupation The applicant should nominate an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) that matches with his /her skills and qualifications and recent work experience. The nominated occupation should be both on the SOL and on the sponsored Territory/State SOL.
- Skill Assessment: It is mandatory for an applicant to get positive skill assessment for a nominated occupation before the application is lodged.
- State or Territory Sponsorship: Applicants should be nominated by the State or Territory government.
- Recent work experience: The applicant should be able to demonstrate that he/she has been employed in an occupation listed on the SOL for at least 12 of the 4 years immediately before lodging the visa application.
- Australia Study – The applicant should have studied or met with Australian study requirement in last 6 months before lodging the application.
- Health & character requirements The applicant has to meet with health and character requirements as per Australian laws
- Maintenance funds: The applicants should show sufficient maintenance funds1 to obtain sponsorship from state territory.
- Regional area: The applicant should sign an undertaking that he and his dependents will continue to live work and study in sponsored regional area at least for a period of 2 years.
Dependents
(Top)Spouse, partner and dependent children can be included in the application. The secondary applicants should meet the English language and health & character requirement.
English Language: Secondary applicants 18 years or over included in the application should provide evidence of having at least functional English. Applicants who do not have functional English have to pay second installment fee which entitles them to attend English tuition in Australia.
Health & character: All secondary applicants have to undergo health examination. Applicants over 16 are required to provide police certificates for each country they have lived in for 12 months or more over the last ten (10) years.
Fees
(Top)Skill Assessment fee – AUD$300-$AUD 2200
Application fee for family – AU $ 2525
English Fee for Spouse in case he/she doesn’t meet IELTS requirement – AU $ 3510
Medicals / Registration – case specific.
State Sponsorship fee- State Specific
Evaluation
(Top)Application for the Skilled Sponsored visa can be complicated & document intensive. Before you apply for it, see if you actually qualify.
Our Processing Team does a detailed review of your profile & assesses your age, education, nominated occupation, work experience; skills in demand & personal finances to determine if you are eligible apply for Australian migration under the State/Territory Sponsored category (STNI)
Sign up for an Evaluation today to see if you score 100 points to be eligible for the skilled visa. Get a detailed report as to how many points you have scored & from which areas. There is no other way to be completely sure that you are eligible.
Cost of the Evaluation: $22.00
Process time: 3 business days
* Please note: Fees payable for Evaluation are non-refundable.
Full Service & Processing
(Top)Use our professional services to apply for your SIM/FSM visas. We have the experience of having processed cases from all over the world. Your chances of success are much higher when you sign up with us.
Our terms & conditions are clear along with a transparent system & clear policies. We only accept applications that we are confident will be a success. You have to first sign up for an evaluation & score 120 points for SIM before we accept your case.
Our Full Service & Processing Includes:
- Starter Kit issuance
- Complete Migration Processing & Application Processing
- Guidance for Professional Registration Application
- Forms, Documentation & Petition Filing
- Guidance on acquiring the specific Police Clearance Certificate
- Assistance with Medicals
- Updates & Follow up with the Consulate
- Visa Interview Preparation – if required
- Airport Pickup
- Accommodation Assistance*
- Relocation Orientation
- Job Search Assistance*
*these services are provided at an additional cost.
Y-AXIS Costs
AUS 101
- Sign Up: $1320
AUS 102
- Sign Up: $770
- After Skill Assessment: $770
Y-AXIS Refund Policy
Skill Assessment denial – 50% refund
SIM Visa refusal – 25% refund
Except for
- Fraudulent documentation
- Failure of Medicals
- Failure of Police Clearance
- Insufficient Funds
No Refund in case of:
- Non-submission of required documents in 30 days
- Withdrawal of application after sign up
40% refund in the event the immigration rules change & you are found ineligible to apply for Australian Migration.
FAQs
(Top)- What are the basic requirements of STNI visa?
- Obtain sponsorship from participating State /Territory
- Ensure that your age is between 18-45 years.
- Have proficiency in English language.
- Nominate an occupation listed on the State/Territory SOL
- Obtain skill assessment from the assessing authority before the application is lodged.
- Have recent work experience in an occupation listed on the SOL of participating State/Territory
- How many points do I need to score to be eligible for the STNI?
You need to score 100 points in the assessment
- How many States/Territories participate in the STNI?
There are currently eight states and territories participating in the skilled sponsored programme and each has its own occupation in demand list. South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), participate.
- Can I apply for any other visa holding STNI visa?
Yes, you can apply for any offshore visa but you will not be eligible for any onshore visas in Australia.
- Can I stay in any other regional area of Australia apart from the sponsoring State/ Territory?
Yes, you can stay in any part of Australia provided you stayed in the sponsoring State/Territory for an initial period of 2 years from the date of your entry into Australia.
- Can I take my dependents along with me?
Yes, you can take your dependents along with you provided they meet with the basic requirements of health, character, and language ability as per Australian laws.
- How long is the visa granted for?
The visa is initially granted for a period of 5 years and is a multiple entry visa. Applicants can apply for citizenship after a 4 year stay.
- What are benefits of being a permanent resident of Australia?
Permanent residence in Australia allows you to work, study, engage in business, own a property and live in Australia for an indefinite period. But, you will have limited access to social security benefits and medical benefits provided by Australian government.
- How can I find out if I am eligible to apply for the Skilled Independent visa? How can I apply for the visa?
Our Processing Team does a detailed review of your profile & assesses your age, education, work experience; occupation & personal finances to determine if you are eligible apply for the SIM visa. To find out if you are eligible, please click here or send an email to consult@y-axis.com - Why do I require services of consultant to apply for Australian immigration?
There is no legal constraint that prevents you from applying by yourself. But taking the guidance of an expert consultant will help you to go through all the complex phases of the Australian immigration rules successfully. Y-Axis will help you to prepare all the documents as per the requirement.
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