How to apply for an Australian work visa?

How to apply for an Australian work visa?
 

• Australia has over 800,000 job opportunities for skilled professionals
• Inviting half a million foreign workers by 2024
• Earn an impressive annual salary of AUD 85,000 - 95,000
• Australia has relaxed policies for the immigration of skilled workers
• Enjoy retirement benefits
• It is ranked the 8th happiest country in the world

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Australia work visa for Indians - A comprehensive guide

2022 marked a significant milestone as India and Australia signed the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA). This bilateral trade agreement is not only aimed at facilitating duty-free access for Indian products in Australia but also presents a remarkable opportunity for job creation. With Australia's strong commitment to temporary entry, the pact is expected to pave the way for a million new job opportunities.

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The work visa program offers a clear migration path for skilled and capable individuals looking to contribute to Australia's thriving economy. Australia's welcoming work environment and robust economy make it an attractive destination for Indian professionals seeking a promising career opportunity.
 

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Types of Australia work visa

Australia provides numerous work visa options for Indians, offering exciting opportunities to live and work there. Here are the two types of Australian work permits: 
 

Australia Permanent Work Permits

 

• Distinguished Talent Visa: This visa is issued to people who have achieved a position globally for their excellent talent in arts, sports, academics and research.
• Employer Nominated Scheme (ENS) Visa: This visa is for foreign nationals nominated by employers who intend to relocate and work in Australia.
• Skilled Nominated Visa: This visa type is for experienced foreign individuals with occupations usually in demand in Australia. They are permitted to live and work in Australia as permanent residents.
• Skilled Independent Visa: This visa is for workers with professional skills required in Australia. Individuals with this visa can stay in Australia as permanent residents.
• Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa: Employers in the regional areas of Australia can nominate and sponsor workers with the required skills to stay and work in the Australian regional areas. Workers who have this visa can get permanent residency in Australia.

 

Australia Temporary Work Permits
 

• Temporary Work (International Relations) Visa: This visa category invites foreign people to Australia under specific rules. The terms and conditions are stated in the agreement signed between the Australian and foreign governments.
• Temporary Work (Working Holiday) Visa: This is a short-term work visa assigned to people willing to take up short-term jobs in highly specialised fields.
• Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa: This visa is for trained and skilled foreign people with a 2- to 4-year work permit. People with the right skills and 2 years of work experience in the same field can apply for this visa.
• Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa: This visa is given to people with excellent skills intending to work and settle in the regional area of Australia. 
   

Australian Work Permit Requirements

The Australian government has a point-based system to assess the skill set and calculate an individual's eligibility at the pre-application level. The visa requirements are different based on the one you choose. 
 

Below is the set of standard requirements for Australia visa work visas:
 

1. Must have a valid passport.
2. Age should be below 45 years.
3. Should meet certain health and character requirements.
4. Proof of English language proficiency by providing IELTS score or alternative evidence.
5. Relevant education or 3 years of work experience based on the visa type chosen.
6. The current employer’s appointment letter is to be submitted.
7. A Sponsorship Certificate from a registered employer should be submitted if required.
8. Provide evidence of enough funds to maintain living in Australia.

 

Australian Work Visa from India - Steps to Apply
 

If you are an Indian looking to work and settle in Australia, here is the step-by-step guide on how to go through the visa application process:

 

Step 1: Check Eligibility by finding your occupation in the occupation list and taking a skill assessment test.

Step 2:  Check your English language proficiency by taking the IELTS test.

Step 3: Create an online account using the Skill Select system and submit your Expression of Interest (EOI).

Step 4: Receive an invitation to apply

Step 5: Select your best-suited visa type

Step 6: Gather all required documents

Step 7: Submit online visa application

Step 8: Take a health examination and submit the details

Step 9: Submit biometric information if required

Step 10: Wait for visa processing

Step 11: Get a visa grant

Step 12: Travel and settle in Australia 
 

Australian Work Permit Fees

Below is a detailed chart of all Australian visa costs in Australian AUD:

Types of Australia Work Visa	Australia Work Visa Cost (in AUD)
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)	AUD 4,115 onwards
Skilled Regional Provisional Visa (Subclass 489)	AUD 4,115 onwards
Temporary Work International Relations Visa (Subclass 403)	AUD 315
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187)	AUD 4,045 onwards
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)	AUD 4,115 onwards
Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)	AUD 4,115 onwards
Distinguished Talent Visa	AUD 4,180 onwards
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa	AUD 1,290 onwards (Short-term) AUD 2,690 onwards (Medium-term)
Temporary Australia Work Visa (Short-Stay Specialist) (Subclass 400)	AUD 315 (except in a few exceptional cases)

Australian Work Permit Processing time

The visa processing time varies with the type of visa chosen and the case's complexity. Usually, the processing time ranges between 4 months and 14 months. Submit all the required authentic documents at the right time to reduce the visa decision time taken.

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SL No	Country	URL
1	Australia	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-an-australian-work-visa/
2	Ireland	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-an-ireland-work-visa/
3	Germany	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-a-germany-work-visa/
4	US	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-the-us-h1b-visa/
5	UK	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-uk-skilled-worker-visa/
6	France	https://www.y-axis.com/overseas-jobs/how-to-apply-for-a-permit-to-work-in-france/
7	Germany Opportunity Card	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-a-germany-opportunity-card/
8	Norway	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-work-visa-for-norway-in-2023/
9	Italy	https://www.y-axis.com/overseas-jobs/how-to-apply-for-work-visa-for-italy/
10	Denmark	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-work-visa-for-denmark/
11	Sweden Investor Visa	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-migrate-to-sweden-as-an-investor/
12	Study in France	https://www.y-axis.com/news/how-to-apply-to-study-in-france/
13	Study in Germany	https://www.y-axis.com/news/how-to-apply-to-study-in-germany/
14	Study in US	https://www.y-axis.com/news/how-to-apply-for-a-student-visa-of-the-us/
15	Study in Poland	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-poland-student-visa-online/
16	Study in Malta	https://www.y-axis.com/overseas-jobs/how-to-apply-for-work-permit-to-malta/
17	Finland	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-finland-work-visa/
18	Luxembourg	https://www.y-axis.com/overseas-jobs/luxembourg-work-permit-how-to-apply/
19	Austria	https://www.y-axis.com/overseas-jobs/how-to-apply-for-austria-work-visa/
20	New Zealand	https://www.y-axis.com/blog/how-to-apply-for-new-zealand-pr-visa/