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Subclass 190 & 491 visa

Northern Territory – 491 Visa Nomination Requirements (2024-2025)



2024-25 State and territory nomination allocations – Northern Territory

The Australian Government has issued Northern Territory’s allocation for the state and territory  nominated visa categories for the 2024-25 program year. The allocations are:

  • Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa: 800 places (+550)
  • Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa: 800 places (+400)

MigrationNT is continuing to receive and assess onshore applications for nomination. Please note that offshore applications have been temporarily suspended. Existing offshore applications will continue to be assessed. We hope to be in a position to re-open with revised settings for offshore applications by 12 August 2024.


What is a Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa?

This is a permanent visa which lets you stay in Australia indefinitely.

You will need a nomination from an Australian state or territory government such as Australia’s NT Government.

If you are nominated for the subclass 190 by the NT Government, you will be expected to live and work in the Territory for at least three years from visa grant.


What is the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa?

This is a provisional five year visa that will allow you and your dependant family members to live, work and study in a regional area such as the NT.

You will need a nomination from an Australian state or territory government such as Australia’s NT Government or an eligible family member.

If you are nominated for the subclass 491 by the NT Government, you and your dependant family members will be expected to live, work and study in the NT for at least three years before qualifying for a permanent residency pathway.

You may be subject to reporting commitments by the Department of Home Affairs.



What is a Northern Territory Government nomination?

Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) Government can nominate you for a skilled visa(190 visa/491 visa) if you:

  • meet Australian Government’s standard requirements, and
  • meet NT Government’s nomination eligibility, and
  • commit to living and working in the Territory within your skilled occupation for at least three years upon the grant of your visa.

NT Nomination Application Steps

  1. Check Visa Eligibility: Assess your eligibility against the Department of Home Affairs requirements (age, English level, skills assessment, and migration points test).
  2. NT Nomination Eligibility: Ensure you meet the NT nomination criteria.
  3. Submit EOI: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect.
  4. Apply for NT Nomination: Use the online application system to apply for NT Government nomination.
  5. Receive Invitation: If nominated, you’ll receive a SkillSelect invitation to apply for your visa.
  6. Apply for Visa: Submit your visa application through your Immi account.
  7. Visa Decision: The Department of Home Affairs will notify you of the decision on your visa application.
  8. Commit to NT: If your visa is granted, fulfill your long-term commitments to live and work in the NT.

Visa Eligibility

  • be under 45 years of age at the time of nomination.
  • have at least Competent English.
  • have a valid Skills Assessment in an occupation on the skilled occupation list Skilled Occupation List.
  • have achieved at least 65 points on the Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect.

NT Nomination Eligibility


If you already live in Australia – NT graduates
Eligibility for a subclass 190 nomination

International student graduates who have studied in the NT will be eligible for a subclass 190 nomination if you have met the following criteria before applying for nomination:

  • successfully completed one or more qualifications after studying on a full-time basis in the NT, at an NT-based institution for two years (4 semesters) in a single tertiary course or a set of nested tertiary courses, and
  • lived in the NT for a period of at least six continuous months immediately after the date of completion* of your last qualification, while holding a subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa or a bridging visa associated with a subclass 485 visa application (Note: this requirement does not apply for graduates who have completed all their Australian studies in the NT and are unable to qualify for a Temporary Graduate subclass 485 visa only due to the age limit), and
  • demonstrated genuine and sustained efforts to obtain employment from an NT employer in your nominated occupation or a closely related skilled occupation. This can be met through evidence of a number of applications made over a period of time for jobs in relevant occupations in the NT, and other supporting evidence such as membership in relevant professional associations, or positive feedback from industry contacts in the NT.

* Date of completion is the date on which you were notified that you have met all academic course requirements. This is the date when the final exam results or notice of course completion were available or published.

Eligibility for a subclass 491 nomination

International student graduates who have studied in the NT will be eligible for a subclass 491 nomination if you have met the following criteria before applying for nomination:

  • successfully completed one or more qualifications after studying on a full-time basis in the NT, at an NT-based institution for two years (4 semesters) in a single tertiary course or a set of nested tertiary courses, and
  • demonstrated genuine and sustained efforts and progress towards obtaining employment from an NT employer in your nominated occupation or a closely related skilled occupation. This can be met through evidence of a number of applications made over a period of time for jobs in relevant occupations in the NT, any relevant employment held and other supporting evidence such as membership in relevant professional associations, or positive feedback from industry contacts in the NT. You will be expected to demonstrate genuine efforts and progress towards being employed in the NT in your nominated occupation both during and after your studies.

Please note the following general information:

  • if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently living interstate, you will not be eligible for the Northern Territory (NT) nomination
  • if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently on a student visa and have not completed studies in an NT institution, you will not be eligible for NT nomination
  • if you have already been nominated for a subclass 489 or 491 visa by the NT, you will not be eligible for a subclass 190 nomination.
If you already live in Australia – Other NT residents

An NT resident applicant refers to those on temporary visas with full work rights, currently residing in the NT.

Eligibility for a subclass 190 nomination

NT resident applicants will be considered for a subclass 190 nomination if you meet the following requirements before applying for nomination:

  • demonstrate that you have been residing in the NT for at least 2 consecutive years immediately before applying for nomination
  • demonstrate that none of your migrating dependants are residing in another part of Australia, and
  • demonstrate full-time employment in the NT in your nominated occupation or related occupation for at least 2 years immediately prior to applying for NT nomination and demonstrate that the employment is available for at least a further 12 months. In order to be related to the nominated occupation, the majority of time in the position must be spent on tasks that align with the skills and knowledge required to undertake the nominated occupation. The employment must also meet the requirements specified below.
Eligibility for a subclass 491 nomination

NT resident applicants will be considered for a subclass 491 nomination if you meet the following requirements before applying for nomination:

  • demonstrate that you have been residing in the NT for at least 12 consecutive months
  • demonstrate that none of your migrating dependants are residing in another part of Australia, and
  • demonstrate full-time employment in the NT in their nominated or related occupation for at least six consecutive months immediately prior to applying for NT nomination in a position that is is available for at least a further 12 months. In order to be related to the nominated occupation, the majority of time in the position must be spent on tasks that align with the skills and knowledge required to undertake the nominated occupation. The employment must also meet the requirements specified below.

Additional employment requirements for NT residents:

  • the position must be based in the NT, and the employer must have a record of trading in the NT for at least 12 months
  • positions that are based at serviced office spaces or involve hot-desking arrangements will generally notbe considered favourably
  • you must be paid at market salary.

Applicants who have not been employed in their nominated occupation or a related occupation will generally not qualify for NT nomination.

Applicants who meet all of the other requirements specified above but are employed outside of their nominated or related occupation may qualify for a subclass 491 nomination on an exceptional and case by case basis if they are employed in one of the following critical sectors: health, aged or disabled care, education (including childcare), hospitality, construction and the trades.

Applicants who are on a Temporary Work (Skilled)(subclass 457) or Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) must provide a letter of support from your current subclass 457 or subclass 482 sponsoring business stating that they:

  • support your visa application
  • understand that you will not be tied to their business once the subclass 491 / subclass 190 visa is granted.

The NT Government may contact your employer. There may be circumstances where the need for support from your current employer can be waived. Applicants who are unable to provide a letter of support from their employer must provide a detailed statement explaining the reasons as to why they are unable to do so.

Please note the following general information:

  • if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently living interstate, you will not be eligible for the Northern Territory (NT) nomination
  • if you or any of your migrating dependants are currently on a student visa and have not completed studies in an NT institution, you will not be eligible for NT nomination
  • if you have already been nominated for a subclass 489 or 491 visa by the NT, you will not be eligible for a subclass 190 nomination.
If you apply from outside Australia

Offshore applicants will generally only be nominated for a subclass 491 visa.

Offshore applicants must meet the minimum requirements above and meet the following NT nomination criteria:

  • have post-qualification work experience of at least 2 years in your nominated occupation in the last 5 years (note: additional work experience may be required for some occupations under the priority occupations stream)
  • demonstrate a genuine commitment to live and work in the NT on a long-term basis
  • declare that they have the financial capacity to settle in the NT
  • meet criteria against one of the 3 streams below.

Please note: those applying under the NT Family stream or the NT Job Offer stream can nominate any occupation on the national eligibility list

1. Priority occupation stream

Offshore applicants under this stream must:

  • have a full migration skills assessment in an occupation listed on the Northern Territory Offshore Migration Occupations List (NTOMOL)
  • meet any additional work experience required for the occupation as specified on the NTOMOL.

2. NT Family Stream

Offshore applicants under this stream must:

  • have a family member in the NT who:
    • is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible New Zealand citizen or hold one of the following visas:
      • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 491
      • Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 494
      • Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 489
      • a bridging visa granted in association with an application for a Skilled Regional Visa subclass 887 or Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) subclass 191 visa
    • is usually resident in the Northern Territory, and has been living in the NT for at least 12 months
    • is the applicant’s eligible relative* or their partner’s eligible relative if their partner is also intending to apply for the same visa (see below for definition of eligible relative)
    • has confirmed in a statutory declaration that they are willing and able to provide settlement support to the applicant and migrating dependants including assistance with finding accommodation and employment in the NT
  • have evidence of sustained efforts to seek employment in the NT, including evidence of research in to the NT job market, and sustained records of applying for jobs in the NT or making contact with NT employers

*an eligible relative must be the applicant’s or their spouse/partner’s:

  • parent
  • child or step-child
  • brother, sister, adoptive brother, adoptive sister, step-brother or step-sister
  • aunt, uncle, adoptive aunt, adoptive uncle, step-aunt or step-uncle
  • nephew, niece, adoptive nephew, adoptive niece, step-nephew or step-niece
  • first cousin, or
  • grandparent

3. NT Job Offer Stream

Offshore applicants under this stream must have a verifiable job offer in their nominated occupation for a job that is based in the NT with an NT business / organisation that has been actively operating in the NT for at least 12 months

Commitment to the NT

Accepting a nomination from Australia’s NT Government means that you are agreeing to the following conditions:

  • live and work in the NT in your skilled occupation or a closely related skilled occupation for at least three years from visa grant
  • let the NT Government know the status of your visa application – you need to do this when your visa is granted and when you arrive
  • regularly provide your current contact details to the NT Government
  • participate in surveys conducted by the NT Government.

If you are offered an NT Government nomination, a declaration form will be issued which will outline these obligations and you will be required to acknowledge, sign and return.

MigrationNT considers a number of factors in assessing commitment to the NT, including:

  • length of residency in the NT
  • previous travel to the NT
  • connections to the NT (for example, close family members being long-term residents of the NT).
Occupation

All applicants must have a skilled occupation that is on the Australian Government’s current list of eligible skilled occupations.

Offshore applicants applying under the Priority Occupation Stream must have an occupation on the NTOMOL.

Financial capacity to settle in the NT

Moving to a new place can be expensive. Skilled migrants to the NT are responsible for supporting themselves when they arrive in the NT, and the NT Government does not provide financial assistance.

It is important that you undertake research into the cost of living in the NT, and ensure that you have the financial capacity to successfully settle. The table below provides guidance on the level of financial resources that you may need depending on your family composition:

Family composition Minimum value of net assets
Individual applicant AU$35 000
Applicant and spouse AU$50 000
Applicant and spouse plus one child AU$60 000
Applicant and spouse plus two children AU$65 000

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State and territory requirements

Each state and territory has its own list of occupations, requirements and processes you must follow.

More information about the requirements and processes on how Australian states or territories nominate applicants is available.

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Genuine Student (GS)

Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) replaced with Genuine Student (GS) for student visas (sc 500)

The GTE requirement applicable to student visas (sc 500) is being replaced with a Genuine Student (GS) requirement from 23 March 2024.

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As part of your application for a student visa (subclass 500), previously student visa applicants had to provide a personal statement, in English, that addresses the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement.

This statement must be submitted with your visa application and should explain that:

  • You are genuinely coming to Australia to study and not for any other reason.
  • You will only be residing in Australia for the time allowed on your visa (and not overstaying).

As announced in the Migration Strategy released on 11 December 2023, the GTE requirement applicable to student visas (sc 500) is being replaced with a Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

The new GS requirement will have target questions that will provide decision makers with an overview of the applicant and their reasons for wanting to study in Australia.

The intended questions will cover:

  • details of their current circumstances, including ties to family, community, employment and economic circumstances;
  • an explanation for the choice of course and reasons for choosing Australia as a study destination;
  • what benefits the course provides to the applicant;
  • for applicants with a study history in Australia, details of their study history;
  • for applicants holding a visa other than a Student visa, their reasons for applying for a student visa; and
  • any other relevant information the applicant wishes to provide

The GS requirement is planned to commence for student visa applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024. Student visa application lodged before 23 March 2024 will be assessed according to existing arrangements. 

The GTE requirement will be retained for Student Guardian (sc 590) visa applications. 

The student visa declaration will be amended to require applicants to confirm that they:

  • understand what it means to be a genuine student for the purposes of studying in Australia;
  • have read, understand and commit to comply with student visa conditions and to notify the Department of Home Affairs of any changes to their circumstances; and
  • understand that while post-study pathways to permanent migration are available, only a limited number of graduates will be eligible and those who are unable to remain lawfully in Australia must depart Australia.

As part of the changes Ministerial Direction 69 will be revoked and replaced by two new ministerial directions, which will reflect the intention for the GS requirement to apply after the intended commencement date of 23 March 2024; and then to ensure that the GTE assessment applies to applications that have been lodged and not yet decided before 23 March 2024.

The Department has advised that any further information will be placed on their website closer to the implementation date of 23 March 2024.

Related: More savings required, changes to concurrent COEs for international Students

Student (sc 500) English language increase

Student visa (sc 500) has an increased English requirement for applications lodged on or after 23 March 2024:

  • The minimum test score for the for the English proficiency requirement increases from International English language Testing System (IELTS) 5.5. to 6.0 (or equivalent)
  • The minimum score to undertake a packaged English Language Intenstive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) course increases from IELTS 4.5 to 5.0 (or equivalent)
  • Students undertaking recognised university foundation or pathway programs that deliver reputable English language training require a score of IELTS 5.5. (or equivalent) these recognised courses will be listed on the Department’s website.
  • For students studying English only through ELICOS, there will be no change


What evidence and information to include

We encourage applicants to provide evidence or information about:

Previous study​​

This includes:

  • Academic transcripts showing qualifications achieved
  • Name of the education provider(s)
  • Length of study
  • Certificates of attainment
Previous study in Australia​​​

This includes:

  • A complete history of study record(s) in Australia
  • Reasons for change of course and/or education providers
  • Details of information on course progress
  • Study gaps of more than 2 months during an academic year
  • Any other information the applicant considers relevant to their study record in Australia
Current employment​​

This includes:

  • Details of their current employer and company address
  • Period of employment
  • Details of position held
  • The name and contact details of someone who can confirm the circumstances of the declared employment
Circumstances in their home country or coun​try of residence

This includes:

  • The nature of the applicant’s personal ties eg. example family, community and employment. They will need to provide reasons for not studying in their home country if a similar course is available.
Economic circumstances in home country or country of residence

This includes:

  • Documents showing employment or business activities for 12 months before lodging an application
  • Potential employment offers including salary and other benefits, after course completion
  • Income tax return or bank statements

If there is political and civil unrest and military service commitments in the applicant’s home country that would present as a significant incentive for them to leave their home country, they must provide their reasons and supporting evidence.

How DOHA​​ assess GS

The GS criterion focuses on the assessment of the student’s intention to genuinely study in Australia. It considers factors including the applicant’s:

  • circumstances
  • immigration history
  • compliance with visa conditions and any other relevant matter.

This criterion acknowledges that post-study pathways are available for those who may be eligible.

Situations in their ​​​home country (or country of residence)

DOHA consider:

  • reason for not studying in their home country or region if a similar course is available there
  • the nature of the applicant’s personal ties to their home country
  • economic circumstances
  • military service commitments political and civil unrest in their home country.
Potential situation in Australia

DOHA consider:

  • level of knowledge of the proposed course and education provider
  • previous study and qualifications
  • planned living arrangements
  • financial stability.
Value​​ of the course to their future

DOHA consider:

  • if the course is consistent with their current level of education and if the course will assist them to obtain employment or improve employment prospect in their home country or another country.
  • if the course is relevant to past or proposed future employment in their home country or another country
  • expected salary and other benefits in their home country or another country obtained with the applicant’s qualifications from the proposed course of study.
Immigration ​history

DOHA consider:

  • visa and travel history for Australia and other countries
  • previous visa applications for Australia or other countries
  • visa refusals or cancellations.

If the applicant is a minor, DOHA consider the intentions of the parent, legal guardian or spouse.


Direction No. 108 

Ministerial Direction No 108 – Assessing the genuine temporary entrant criterion for Student and Student Guardian visa applications sets out the factors that must be taken into account when assessing the genuine temporary entrant criterion for Student visa applications. This Ministerial Direction is made in accordance with section 499 of the Migration Act.

In summary, these factors include:

  • the applicant’s circumstances in their home country, including the applicant’s economic situation, political and civil unrest in the applicant’s home country, the extent of the applicant’s personal ties to their home country, whether the applicant has sound reasons for not studying in their home country if a similar course is available, and military service commitments that would present as a significant incentive for the applicant not to return to their home country
  • the applicant’s potential circumstances in Australia, including the extent of the applicant’s ties with Australia that present as a strong incentive to remain in Australia, evidence that the student visa program may be used to circumvent the intention of the migration program, whether the Student visa or the Student Guardian is being used to maintain ongoing residence, the applicant’s knowledge of living in Australia,
    and whether the primary and secondary applicants have entered into a relationship of concern
  • the value of the course to the applicant’s future, including the course’s consistency with the applicant’s current education level, whether the course will assist the applicant to gain employment in their home country, relevance of the course to the applicant’s past or future employment in their home country or a third country, and remuneration and career prospects in the applicant’s home country or a third country to be gained from the
    course
  • the applicant’s immigration history, including visa and travel history for Australia and other countries, previous visa applications for Australia or other countries, and previous travels to Australia or other countries
  • if the applicant is a minor, the intentions of a parent, legal guardian or spouse of the applicant.
  • Any other matter relevant to the applicant’s intention to stay in Australia temporarily must also be considered. These factors have been weighed up to make an overall decision. In considering whether the applicant met the genuine temporary entry criterion DHA take into account these factors, consistent with clause 500.212 and Ministerial Direction No 108. The factors were used to weigh up the applicant’s circumstances as a whole, in reaching a finding about whether they satisfy the genuine temporary entrant criterion.


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NSW 491 visa Pathway 1 – Apply directly to NSW



NSW Government – Changes to Skilled Work Regional visa Subclass 491 – Pathway 1 – from 3 April 2024

The NSW Government is pleased to announce an important update to the nomination criteria for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) under Pathway 1. Effective immediately.   This adjustment will make the pathway more accessible to skilled workers living and working in regional NSW, to better support regional development and the local economy.

Updated Nomination Criteria for Pathway 1
Previously, applicants for Pathway 1 were required to have been living and working in a designated regional area of NSW for at least 12 months with a single regional NSW-based employer, among other requirements. Based on industry feedback at our recent Regional Skilled Migration Seminars we are now reducing this employment duration requirement to 6 months.

Key Changes:

  • Reduced Employment Duration: Applicants must now be currently living and working in a designated regional area of NSW and have continuously done so for the past 6 months, instead of the previous 12 months.

This change means that more skilled workers will be eligible to apply for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) under Pathway 1, opening up opportunities for those who have been contributing to the regional economy and communities for six months.


Remaining Criteria:

  • Employment must be with a single regional NSW-based employer working from an established business premises in regional NSW.
  •  The role must be in the applicant’s nominated (or closely related) occupation.
  •  The occupation must be deemed skilled by NSW.
  •  Applicants must be paid a minimum of the TSMIT salary level of $70,000 (prorated if under 38 hours per week) from their qualifying employer in the nominated (or closely related) occupation in the 6 months immediately before applying.

 

 Important Reminders:

  • Skilled employment must occur after NSW deems the applicant skilled in their occupation and must appear in their SkillSelect EOI.
  •  Applicants must lodge their visa application onshore and must not have a current visa application being decided by Home Affairs for a permanent visa.

 

Supporting Regional NSW
This policy adjustment is part of our ongoing commitment to support regional NSW by attracting skilled workers to our communities. It reflects our understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by regional employers and migrants, and our dedication to fostering a vibrant, diverse, and economically robust regional NSW.

491 NSW RDA applications open

Applications for New South Wales nomination for the Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa under Pathway 1 are now open. In the following sections, we will provide a detailed explanation of the nomination process and the essential guidelines applicants must follow.

This opportunity is designed to support skilled individuals already contributing to New South Wales’ thriving community and economy.

The Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) allows skilled migrants to live, study and work in designated regional areas for a period of 5 years.

To apply under this pathway, you must:

  1. Confirm Eligibility: Confirm that you meet all visa requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs, as well as the specific NSW nomination criteria.
  2. Submit your EOI: Lodge your EOI through SkillSelect. Ensure your EOI is for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) only and seeking nomination from NSW only. Important: your EOI cannot be amended after you apply. Therefore, ensuring its accuracy and completeness before applying is highly important.
  3. Apply
  4. Assessment: Once your application is submitted, NSW will assess your application against their nomination criteria. This may take up to six weeks.
  5. Outcome: If your application meets the criteria, you will receive an invitation to apply for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) from the Department of Home Affairs.
Key Guidelines for NSW Nomination Application

Before proceeding with the application form for NSW nomination, it’s crucial to understand and adhere to the following guidelines:

  1. Previous NSW Nomination: If you have already been nominated by NSW for any skilled visa, you are ineligible for further NSW nomination.
  2. Single Active Application Rule: You may only have one active NSW nomination application at any time.
  3. Validity of Supporting Evidence: Ensure that all supporting evidence is valid for at least 5 business days from the date of you apply for NSW nomination.
  4. Accuracy of Information: It is imperative that the information provided in your application is accurate and truthful. Incorrect or misleading information may cause delays in the assessment process or lead to your application being declined.

Basic Eligibility

To be eligible for NSW nomination, you must meet the basic criteria outlined below:

Visa Eligibility

You must meet all requirements set for the 491 visa subclass.

Skills Assessment

You must have a valid skills assessment in an occupation on the eligible skilled occupation list for this visa.

Residency

You must be either currently residing:

  • in NSW and have continuously resided in NSW for a minimum period of three months; or
  • offshore and have continuously resided offshore for a minimum period of three months.

Related:

491 NSW Pathways

Important Information About Submitting an EOI in SkillSelect for NSW Nomination 

Submitting an EOI for NSW nomination under the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) requires careful attention. Don’t miss these essential points:

  1. EOI validity: Your EOI must remain valid for the entire assessment period.
  2. EOI Changes: After you directly apply directly for NSW nomination under ‘Pathway 1’, or are invited under ‘Pathway 2’, you cannot modify your EOI.
  3. Specific Visa and State: Your EOI must be exclusively for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) and seeking nomination from NSW only.
  4. Evidence of claims: You must provide evidence for all claims in your EOI with valid documents. Ensure these documents remain valid for at least five business days post-application.
  5. Employment claims: NSW has specific guidelines on the date you can claim skilled employment. These guidelines are unique to NSW and failing to comply will lead to your application being declined.

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Pathway 1 – Apply directly to Investment NSW if you have an established work history with a regional NSW-based employer 

To apply directly for NSW nomination under ‘Pathway 1’ you must:

  1. Check Eligibility: Before submitting your EOI in SkillSelect, ensure you meet both the visa and NSW nomination eligibility requirements.
  2. Submit Your EOI: If you meet the criteria, submit an EOI in SkillSelect, specifically requesting NSW nomination for this visa only. Note: Your qualifying employment must be listed in your EOI.
  3. Apply For Nomination
  4. Wait For Your Nomination Assessment: Your application will typically be assessed within six weeks after payment.

Previous NSW skilled occupation list for the 491 visa


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1213 – Livestock Farmers
1214 – Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers
1311 – Advertising, Public Relations and Sales Managers
1321 – Corporate Services Managers
1323 – Human Resource Managers
1324 – Policy and Planning Managers
1325 – Research and Development Managers
1331 – Construction Managers
1332 – Engineering Managers
1335 – Production Managers
1336 – Supply, Distribution and Procurement Managers
1341 – Child Care Centre Managers
1342 – Health and Welfare Services Managers
1343 – School Principals
1351 – ICT Managers
1399 – Other Specialist Managers
1492 – Call or Contact Centre and Customer Service Managers
1493 – Conference and Event Organisers
Unit group
2124 – Journalists and Other Writers
2221 – Financial Brokers
2223 – Financial Investment Advisers and Managers
2231 – Human Resource Professionals
2241 – Actuaries, Mathematicians and Statisticians
2243 – Economists
2244 – Intelligence and Policy Analysts
2247 – Management and Organisation Analysts
2251 – Advertising and Marketing Professionals
2253 – Public Relations Professionals
2321 – Architects and Landscape Architects
2322 – Surveyors and Spatial Scientists
2323 – Fashion, Industrial and Jewellery Designers
2324 – Graphic and Web Designers, and Illustrators
2332 – Civil Engineering Professionals
2333 – Electrical Engineers
2334 – Electronics Engineers
2335 – Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers
2336 – Mining Engineers
2339 – Other Engineering Professionals
2341 – Agricultural, Fisheries and Forestry Scientists
2342 – Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists
2343 – Environmental Scientists
2347 – Veterinarians
2411 – Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers
2412 – Primary School Teachers
2413 – Middle School Teachers / Intermediate School Teachers
2414 – Secondary School Teachers
2415 – Special Education Teachers
2421 – University Lecturers and Tutors
2512 – Medical Imaging Professionals
2513 – Occupational and Environmental Health Professionals
2515 – Pharmacists
2523 – Dental Practitioners
2524 – Occupational Therapists
2525 – Physiotherapists
2526 – Podiatrists
2527 – Audiologists and Speech Pathologists / Therapists
2531 – General Practitioners and Resident Medical Officers
2532 – Anaesthetists
2541 – Midwives
2542 – Nurse Educators and Researchers
2543 – Nurse Managers
2544 – Registered Nurses
2713 – Solicitors
2721 – Counsellors
2723 – Psychologists
2725 – Social Workers
2726 – Welfare, Recreation and Community Arts Workers
Unit group
3112 – Medical Technicians
3121 – Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians
3122 – Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
3123 – Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians
3211 – Automotive Electricians
3212 – Motor Mechanics
3222 – Sheetmetal Trades Workers
3223 – Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers
3232 – Metal Fitters and Machinists
3241 – Panelbeaters
3243 – Vehicle Painters
3311 – Bricklayers and Stonemasons
3312 – Carpenters and Joiners
3322 – Painting Trades Workers
3332 – Plasterers
3333 – Roof Tilers
3334 – Wall and Floor Tilers
3341 – Plumbers
3411 – Electricians
3421 – Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics
3422 – Electrical Distribution Trades Workers
3423 – Electronics Trades Workers
3622 – Gardeners
3623 – Sports Turf Managers and Trades Workers
3624 – Nurserypersons
3911 – Hairdressers
3941 – Cabinetmakers
Unit group
4111 – Ambulance Officers and Paramedics
4113 – Diversional Therapists
4117 – Welfare Support Workers
4523 – Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials
Unit group
5111 – Contract, Program and Project Administrators
5996 – Insurance Investigators, Loss Adjusters and Risk Surveyors
Unit group
6121 – Real Estate Sales Agents

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APPLICATIONS OPEN 2 NOVEMBER 2022.

As the region that is supporting you and providing you with the opportunity to gain a 491 visa and potentially permanent residency, we expect you to genuinely commit to the Central Coast region by living and working here and to make a positive contribution to our communities.

Therefore, it is important that you get to know the Central Coast region, and research whether the work and lifestyle opportunities it provides are suitable for you and any dependents you may have.

Other State Skilled Occupations lists for 190 visa and 491 state sponsored regional visa


Select a state below to see it’s requirements:


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State and territory requirements

Each state and territory has its own list of occupations, requirements and processes you must follow.

More information about the requirements and processes on how Australian states or territories nominate applicants is available.

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Essential Skills Pathway


The Skills in Demand Visa is replacing the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) Visa.

The Skills in Demand visa will be replacing the Temporary Skilled Shortage (subclass 482) Visa with a three-tiered system for applicants based on their annual earnings and occupation.

Note: The Skills In Demand Visa (Essential Skills Pathway) will likely be open to apply for by the end of 2024.


Currently, when an employer wants to gain access to a temporary skilled migrant outside of the standard visa rules, including for migration below the TSMIT, they do so using labour agreements. There are currently more than 1,800 unique labour agreements in effect. Visa grants under labour agreements now make up approximately 5 percent of the temporary skilled migration system. Yet, many of these agreements do not contain the protections that would be expected in lower paid sectors and occupations ‘who are most at risk of exploitation and displacing Australian workers with similar skills’. This is a sign that the migration system is not working as intended.

The Government will further evaluate how to develop a third pathway, the Essential Skills Pathway—a more regulated pathway for lower paid workers with essential skills—in consultation with state and territory governments, unions, businesses and migrant workers. In defining essential skills, the Government may give consideration to sectors and occupations that are vital to supporting the living standards of Australians and where persistent shortages exist. Improvements in wages and conditions in such occupations, where they have occurred, have not proven sufficient to meet these labour shortages in the short term.

The Government is primarily considering the pathway in the context of the care and support economy, which has become essential to the quality of life of Australians. In doing so, the Government will maintain the primacy of our relationships with the Pacific as a guiding principle.

The Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement and the pathways for aged care workers through the PALM scheme will provide strong lessons for the Government, unions and employers for any future design of more regulated pathways for lower paid workers with essential skills. More than 20 Aged Care Industry Labour Agreements have been signed since its introduction in May 2023, which provides for up to 9,000 direct care workers over 5 years. We will look to examine lessons of these programs and their settings, through tripartite consultation, to inform the design of any new pathway.

This pathway would be distinct from the Core Skills Pathway and the Specialist Skills Pathway. These arrangements would be sector-specific, capped, embedded with stronger regulation and minimum standards and subject to further advice from Jobs and Skills Australia and its tripartite mechanisms. With this approach and these principles in mind, and acknowledging that there will always be a role in the system for labour agreements, the Government will evaluate existing labour agreements for below-TSMIT migration and will rewrite guidelines for future labour agreements to provide stronger worker protections. The Government will further consider how best to enshrine these guidelines in legislation.

Within sectors, the distinction between the Core Skills Pathway and Essential Skills Pathway could be defined by occupation and pay.

For example, in the care and support economy, Aged and Disabled Carers would have access via the Essential Skills Pathway, but most Registered Nurses or Allied Health Professionals would have access via the Core Skills Pathway. Both pathways, however, will be regulated to ensure that Australia is receiving the skilled workers it actually needs and the employees concerned are protected from exploitation.

The Government will further consult on how best to regulate migration for lower paid workers with essential skills in early to mid-2024.

The Government will index the new Core Skills and Specialist Skills Thresholds in line with annual movements in Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings. This indexation requirement will be specified in legislation to provide clarity and predictability for migrants and employers, as recommended in the Migration Review.

The Government has established a formal role for Jobs and Skills Australia in defining skills needs. Its approach will be evidence-based and draw on advice from tripartite mechanisms. Coordination of the education, training and migration systems will all feed into this process to ensure identified labour shortages are dealt with in a holistic manner.


The three-tiered system is planned as follows:

Tier 1 – Specialist Skills Pathway Tier 2 – Core Skills Pathway Tier 3 – Essential Skills Pathway
– No occupation list applicable, however trades workers, machine operators, drivers and labourers are excluded

– Requires guaranteed annual earnings of at least $135,000 which will be indexed annually

– Priority processing with a commitment to a 7-day median visa processing time

 – A simpler and regularly updated Core Skills Occupation list managed by Jobs and Skills Australia

– Requires guaranteed annual earnings of at least $70,000 which will be indexed annually

 – For occupations earning under $70,000 per year but working in essential skill occupations.

– Further assessment by the government is being undertaken on the best way to introduce this pathway

This pathway is likely to be sector-specific, with stronger regulatory framework, minimum standards and ongoing advice from Jobs and Skills Australia

Skilled in Demand Visa- Replacement of TSS 482 visa

As part of Australia’s new migration strategy, a new three tiered system of visa pathways (Skilled In Demand Visa) to replace the TSS SC 482.

  • The specialist skills visa pathway will not have an occupational list and a processing turnaround of 7 days.  Trades occupations, machinery operators, drivers and labourers will be excluded from this visa class. There will be 3,000 places allocated per year. The ‘specialist skills’ visa for those earning over $135,000 per year.
  • The core skills visas pathway are expected to provide the majority of visa for the program.  trades workers will be required to apply under this visa based on a revised ‘skills in demand list’ developed by Jobs and Skills Australia. The ‘core skills’ visa for the $70-135,000 cohort. Earnings to be at least TSMIT, currently set at $70,000, but to be indexed annually.
  • The details of the essential skills visa pathway are yet to be finally determined. This visa will involve union oversight, be capped and be restricted to specific sectors.  To date the aged care and disability sectors have been mentioned. The ‘essential skills’ visa is for those earning under $70,000. 

The visas will be granted for up to 4 years and visa holders will be able to change employers more easily and provide clear pathways to permanent residency.  The ‘TSMIT‘ will be indexed annually and a public register of employer sponsors to allow more ease with moving between employers.

Skilling Australians Fund

Consideration will be given to collecting the SAF in smaller increments over time in recognition of the greater freedom of visa holders to change employers.  A monthly or quarterly payment model will be explored.

Labour Market Testing

LMT is to be streamlined, although the only announcement so far is that the requirement to advertise on the Workforce Australia site will be abolished. The validity of advertising period will increase from 4 to 6 months.

LMT will be gradually phased out as Jobs and Skills Australia data on skills shortages improves and a Core Skilled Occupation List created as an alternative to LMT.


TSS vs 491 vs 494 visa

Key elements of the Skills in Demand visa include:
  • Time spent with any approved employer will count towards permanent residence requirements
  • Skills in Demand visa holders will have access to self-nominated independent permanent pathways, in addition to employer-sponsored pathways
  • The visa will provide for a 4-year stay for all streams
  • median processing time of 21 days
  • Skills in Demand Visa holders will have the ability to move between sponsors with an 180 day time period to find a new sponsor
  • Streamlined labour market testing (LMT) requirements will be introduced. The requirement to advertise on Workforce Australia has already been removed

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Minimum Wage in Australia

Understanding the Minimum Wage in Australia

Australia has a minimum wage. You must be paid at least this amount – it’s the law!

The minimum wage ensures fair compensation for workers across various industries. In Australia, the minimum wage is determined by the Fair Work Commission and undergoes a systematic annual review.

This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the minimum wage in Australia, including recent updates, and its impact on employees and the economy.

What is the Minimum Wage?

The minimum wage sets the baseline pay rate that employers must legally provide to their workers. It ensures that employees receive a fair and adequate income for their labour, regardless of industry or occupation.

Determining the Minimum Wage in Australia

The Fair Work Commission conducts annual wage reviews to determine the national minimum wage. This process involves considering economic factors, living standards, industry conditions, and feedback from various stakeholders. The Commission aims to strike a balance between supporting workers’ livelihoods and considering the economic viability of businesses.

Award minimum wages

In Australia, employers are required to adhere to ‘awards’ when compensating their employees. These awards are official documents that establish the minimum wage rates and employment conditions for over 100 industries and occupations.

The award rates specify the appropriate remuneration for workers in specific industries. Familiarizing yourself with these rates will help ensure that you receive fair compensation. If you are unsure about which award applies to your occupation, you can utilize the ‘Find my award’ tool for guidance here: https://services.fairwork.gov.au/find-my-award

Adjustments and Annual Reviews

To account for changing economic conditions, the minimum wage is subject to regular reviews. The Fair Work Commission assesses various factors, such as inflation, productivity, and industry-specific considerations, during these reviews. Adjustments are made to maintain a fair and equitable wage system.

The national minimum wage increase

The Australian Government’s Fair Work Commission has announced an increase in the national minimum wage.

Following the Fair Work Commission (FWC) Annual Wage Review 2022-23, the Australian national minimum wage has now increased to $882.80 per week or $23.23 per hour from $21.38 per hour. This increase will come into effect from the first full pay period commencing on or after 1 July 2023.


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How can you find out your minimum wage?

Search “FWO Pay and Conditions Tool”: This is a tool from the Fair Work Ombudsman. It will help you find out the minimum wage for your work.

Median Wage

While, average and median are both ways of calculating the “middle” of a set of data, they have slight differences.

The ‘average’ is calculated by adding together all the values in a dataset and dividing by the total number of values. It can be sensitive to outliers, meaning that very large or very small values can greatly influence the average.

Whereas, median, is the middle value in a dataset when it is sorted in ascending order. It is not affected by outliers and gives a better representation of the “real” centre of the data.

The mean is higher than the median value because of a small number of people with very high earnings.

On average, salaries in Australia can range from 1,917 AUD per month all the way up to 33,750 AUD per month.

The median salary in Australia in 2023 is 6,650 AUD (USD 4,420) per month.

The median salary refers to the middle value of all the salaries considered. In other words, around half of the population in Australia earns less than 6,650 AUD per month, while the other half earns more.


Impact on Workers

The minimum wage plays a vital role in ensuring workers receive fair remuneration. It helps protect individuals from exploitation and provides a decent standard of living. A fair minimum wage contributes to reducing income inequality and improving the overall well-being of workers and their families.

Impact on Businesses and the Economy

Setting a minimum wage involves considering the economic impact on businesses. Critics argue that higher minimum wages may burden businesses and lead to reduced employment opportunities. However, proponents suggest that fair wages contribute to increased consumer spending, employee productivity, and reduced turnover, ultimately benefiting businesses and the economy as a whole in the long run.

Conclusion

The minimum wage in Australia serves as a crucial pillar in ensuring fair compensation for workers. It provides a basic standard of living and contributes to a more equitable society. Regular reviews help strike a balance between supporting workers’ rights and the economic sustainability of businesses.

However, it’s important to note that minimum wage rates can vary depending on factors such as age, level of experience, and industry. Additionally, certain industries and occupations may have their own minimum wage rates outlined in specific awards or agreements.

To obtain the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the minimum wage in Australia, it is advisable to consult the official website of the Fair Work Commission or relevant government sources.

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EOI submitted and invited data and analysis


EOI Status

An Expression of Interest (EOI) application submitted through SkillSelect can transition into different status depending on the progress of the application:

  • SUBMITTED: an EOI that meets all requirements for all selected visa subclasses and has all fields completed can be submitted. Once submitted, points are attributed to the EOI based on the information provided. Submitted EOIs are eligible for selection in an invitation round.
  • INVITED: an invitation to apply for a visa has been issued.
  • LODGED: a visa application has been lodged using an invitation to apply for a visa.
Top 7 occupations waiting for visa GRANT 
ANZSCO Occupation Applications in SkillSelect
351311 Chef 1,923
221111 Accountant (General) 1,615
233512 Mechanical Engineer 1,432
233211 Civil Engineer 1,293
254499 Registered Nurses nec 1,096
261313 Software Engineer 994
254412 Registered Nurse (Aged Care) 924

* Lodged applications in SkillSelect for Skilled Independent visa subclass 189 at 28 February 2023

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Chefs (ANZSCO 351311)

The occupation that has the highest number of applicants waiting for their PR visas is Chef. This indicates a growing demand for hospitality professionals in the country. The pandemic has significantly affected the sector in Australia, leading to a shortage of skilled chefs. This has resulted in an urgent need for qualified and experienced chefs to fill in the vacancies.

Chef has also been ranked as the 8th most in-demand occupation in Australia in the recently published Labour Market Update report  (by Jobs and Skills Australia).

 As of 04/2023  – 351311 Chef – Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa Points Tested

  1. How many EOIs have a SUBMITTED status (are SUBMITTED) on April 2023 for the occupation of ANZSCO 351311 Chef under the Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189)?
  2. How many EOIs have a LODGEDstatus (are LODGED) on April 2023 for the occupation of ANZSCO 351311 Chef under the Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189)?
  3. How many EOIs have a INVITEDstatus (are INVITED) on April 2023 for the occupation of ANZSCO 351311 Chef under the Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189)?

 

SUBMITTED
Points Count EOIs
35 <20
40 <20
45 <20
50 103
55 181
60 526
65 1399
70 858
75 486
80 221
85 125
90 33
95 <20
100 <20
105 <20
120 <20
LODGED
Points Count EOIs
50 22
55 41
60 89
65 661
70 479
75 345
80 179
85 79
90 37
95 <20
INVITED
Points Count EOIs
50 <20
55 <20
60 <20
65 <20
70 <20
75 <20
80 <20
85 <20

Aged Care Nurses (ANZSCO 254412)

Registered Nurses (Aged Care) , are responsible for providing care and support to elderly people in residential care facilities. With an aging population in Australia, the demand for aged care nurses has grown, leading to a backlog of visa applications.

Visa Type Occupation
189 PTS Points-Tested Stream 254412 Registered Nurse (Aged Care)
EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 40 <20 LODGED 50 <20 INVITED 60 <20
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 50 <20 LODGED 65 208 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 21 LODGED 70 146 INVITED 75 <20
SUBMITTED 60 70 LODGED 75 71 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 65 254 LODGED 80 33 INVITED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 70 184 LODGED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 75 85 LODGED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 80 39
SUBMITTED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 90 <20
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Registered Nurses nec ( ANZSCO 254499)

Registered nurses are in high demand in Australia’s healthcare industry, and the pandemic has further emphasized their importance

Visa Type Occupation
189 Points-Tested Stream 254499 Registered Nurses nec
EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 30 <20 LODGED 55 <20 INVITED 60 <20
SUBMITTED 40 <20 LODGED 60 48 INVITED 65 47
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 65 380 INVITED 70 38
SUBMITTED 50 <20 LODGED 70 339 INVITED 75 <20
SUBMITTED 55 22 LODGED 75 168 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 60 134 LODGED 80 64
SUBMITTED 65 964 LODGED 85 30
SUBMITTED 70 738 LODGED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 75 354
SUBMITTED 80 139
SUBMITTED 85 32
SUBMITTED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 95 <20

General Practitioner (ANZSCO: 253111)

 

Visa Type Occupation
189PTS Points-Tested Stream 253111 General Practitioner

General practitioners, also known as family doctors or primary care physicians, provide comprehensive medical care to individuals, families, and communities.

As a General Practitioner, some of the typical tasks and responsibilities may include:

  1. Conducting patient consultations and medical examinations to diagnose and treat various illnesses and health conditions.
  2. Prescribing medications, treatments, and preventive measures.
  3. Providing ongoing medical care, including monitoring and managing chronic conditions.
  4. Referring patients to specialists or other healthcare professionals when necessary.
  5. Conducting health screenings and preventive health checks.
  6. Providing health education and counseling to patients and their families.
  7. Maintaining medical records and ensuring accurate documentation of patient care.
  8. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals and participating in multidisciplinary teams.

 

EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 30 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 65 <20 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 <20 LODGED 70 <20 INVITED 75 <20
SUBMITTED 60 <20 LODGED 75 <20 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 65 23 LODGED 80 21 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 70 26 LODGED 85 23 INVITED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 75 27 LODGED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 80 68 LODGED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 85 49 LODGED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 90 27
SUBMITTED 95 <20

 

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Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher (ANZSCO 241111)

Primary teachers play a crucial role in the development of children, providing them with foundational knowledge and skills across various subjects, including mathematics, English, science, social studies, and more. They create lesson plans, deliver instruction, assess student progress, and provide individualized support to meet the diverse needs of their students.

Primary teachers also contribute to the social and emotional development of children, helping them develop essential life skills and fostering a positive learning environment. They may collaborate with parents, fellow teachers, and support staff to ensure the overall well-being and academic growth of their students.

 

EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 40 <20 LODGED 50 <20 INVITED 60 <20
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 55 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 50 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 34 LODGED 65 76 INVITED 75 <20
SUBMITTED 60 55 LODGED 70 83 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 65 203 LODGED 75 58 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 70 153 LODGED 80 28
SUBMITTED 75 89 LODGED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 80 50 LODGED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 85 <20 LODGED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 90 <20

Software Engineer (ANZSCO 261313)

Software engineers are professionals who design, develop, and maintain computer software and applications. They utilize their expertise in programming languages, algorithms, and software development methodologies to create software solutions that meet specific requirements.

Software engineers typically analyze user needs, design software systems, write code, conduct testing, and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the development process. They may specialize in various areas such as web development, mobile app development, database management, or system integration.

EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 35 <20 LODGED 50 <20 INVITED 55 <20
SUBMITTED 40 <20 LODGED 55 <20 INVITED 60 <20
SUBMITTED 45 22 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 50 56 LODGED 65 31 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 134 LODGED 70 49 INVITED 75 24
SUBMITTED 60 276 LODGED 75 112 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 65 903 LODGED 80 138 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 70 1077 LODGED 85 275 INVITED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 75 1271 LODGED 90 384 INVITED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 80 1261 LODGED 95 115
SUBMITTED 85 952 LODGED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 90 722 LODGED 105 <20
SUBMITTED 95 269
SUBMITTED 100 62
SUBMITTED 105 <20

Mechanical Engineer (ANZSCO 233512)

Mechanical engineers are professionals who apply scientific and engineering principles to design, develop, and maintain mechanical systems and components. They work with various types of machinery and equipment, ranging from engines and turbines to heating and cooling systems.

Mechanical engineers are involved in tasks such as designing mechanical systems, conducting analysis and simulations, preparing technical drawings and specifications, overseeing the manufacturing process, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. They may specialize in areas such as automotive engineering, aerospace engineering, energy systems, or HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning).

EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 35 <20 LODGED 50 <20 INVITED 55 <20
SUBMITTED 40 <20 LODGED 55 <20 INVITED 60 <20
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 65 21
SUBMITTED 50 71 LODGED 65 175 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 177 LODGED 70 169 INVITED 75 23
SUBMITTED 60 468 LODGED 75 197 INVITED 80 22
SUBMITTED 65 1112 LODGED 80 172 INVITED 85 22
SUBMITTED 70 1331 LODGED 85 279 INVITED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 75 1307 LODGED 90 273
SUBMITTED 80 1040 LODGED 95 67
SUBMITTED 85 746 LODGED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 90 383
SUBMITTED 95 160
SUBMITTED 100 21
SUBMITTED 105 <20

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Civil Engineer (ANZCO 233211)

Visa Type Occupation
189PTS Points-Tested Stream 233211 Civil Engineer

Civil Engineers are professionals who design, plan, and oversee the construction and maintenance of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, buildings, dams, and water supply systems.

As a Civil Engineer, some of the typical tasks and responsibilities may include:

  1. Planning and designing infrastructure projects, considering factors such as budget, resources, and environmental impact.
  2. Conducting site investigations and surveys to assess project feasibility and gather relevant data.
  3. Developing detailed engineering designs and specifications, including calculations, drawings, and technical reports.
  4. Estimating project costs and preparing project schedules.
  5. Managing construction projects, including contract administration and supervision of construction activities.
  6. Collaborating with architects, contractors, and other professionals to ensure project specifications are met.
  7. Conducting quality control and quality assurance checks during construction.
  8. Monitoring and evaluating the performance of completed projects and conducting inspections for maintenance and repair work.
  9. Applying engineering principles and standards to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
  10. Keeping up-to-date with industry advancements, regulations, and best practices in civil engineering.
EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 10 <20 LODGED 50 <20 INVITED 50 <20
SUBMITTED 35 <20 LODGED 55 <20 INVITED 55 <20
SUBMITTED 40 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 60 <20
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 65 162 INVITED 65 22
SUBMITTED 50 43 LODGED 70 157 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 140 LODGED 75 212 INVITED 75 20
SUBMITTED 60 344 LODGED 80 177 INVITED 80 27
SUBMITTED 65 1056 LODGED 85 251 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 70 1258 LODGED 90 202 INVITED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 75 1197 LODGED 95 55
SUBMITTED 80 881 LODGED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 85 593 LODGED 110 <20
SUBMITTED 90 296
SUBMITTED 95 121
SUBMITTED 100 23
SUBMITTED 105 <20
SUBMITTED 110 <20
SUBMITTED 120 <20

 

Social Worker (ANZCO 272511)

The ANZSCO code for a social worker in Australia and New Zealand is 272511. This code is assigned to professionals who provide social work services to individuals, families, groups, and communities to enhance social functioning and overall well-being.

Social workers with an ANZSCO code of 272511 perform a range of tasks, which may include:

  1. Assessing the social needs of individuals, families, and communities.
  2. Developing and implementing intervention plans to address social issues.
  3. Providing counseling and support to individuals and families.
  4. Advocating for clients’ rights and assisting them in accessing appropriate services.
  5. Conducting research and participating in policy development to address social issues.
  6. Collaborating with other professionals, such as psychologists, healthcare workers, and educators, to provide comprehensive support.

To work as a social worker in Australia or New Zealand, it is typically required to have a relevant qualification, such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work. Additionally, registration or membership with the relevant professional body, such as the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), may be necessary to practice as a social worker and use the title of “social worker.”

EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 50 <20 LODGED 65 24 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 <20 LODGED 70 20 INVITED 75 <20
SUBMITTED 60 <20 LODGED 75 20 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 65 54 LODGED 80 20 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 70 67 LODGED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 75 49 LODGED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 80 26
SUBMITTED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 115 <20

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ICT Business Analyst (ANZSCO 261111)

Visa Type Occupation
189PTS Points-Tested Stream 261111 ICT Business Analyst

ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Business Analysts are professionals who bridge the gap between technology and business objectives. They analyze the information and communication needs of organizations and help identify and implement technology solutions to meet those needs.

As an ICT Business Analyst, some of the typical tasks and responsibilities may include:

  1. Gathering and analyzing business requirements from stakeholders.
  2. Conducting feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed technology solutions.
  3. Developing and documenting business cases, project plans, and functional specifications.
  4. Collaborating with stakeholders to define and document business processes and workflows.
  5. Facilitating workshops and meetings to elicit requirements and gather feedback.
  6. Translating business requirements into technical specifications for developers.
  7. Assisting in system testing, user acceptance testing, and quality assurance activities.
  8. Providing support and guidance to project teams during system implementation and post-implementation phases.
  9. Identifying opportunities for process improvement and recommending technology solutions.
  10. Keeping up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 50 <20 INVITED 60 <20
SUBMITTED 50 43 LODGED 55 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 55 69 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 60 173 LODGED 65 30 INVITED 75 <20
SUBMITTED 65 681 LODGED 70 41 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 70 921 LODGED 75 64 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 75 1020 LODGED 80 95 INVITED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 80 1052 LODGED 85 190 INVITED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 85 811 LODGED 90 328
SUBMITTED 90 623 LODGED 95 129
SUBMITTED 95 293 LODGED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 100 53
SUBMITTED 105 <20
SUBMITTED 110 <20

Marketing Specialist  (ANZSCO 225113)

Marketing Specialists are professionals who develop and implement marketing strategies to promote products, services, or brands and help organizations achieve their business goals.

As a Marketing Specialist, some of the typical tasks and responsibilities may include:

  1. Conducting market research to identify consumer needs, market trends, and competitor activities.
  2. Developing and implementing marketing strategies and campaigns to reach target audiences.
  3. Planning and executing digital marketing initiatives, including social media, email marketing, and search engine optimization (SEO).
  4. Creating and managing marketing materials such as brochures, websites, advertisements, and promotional content.
  5. Analyzing marketing data and metrics to evaluate campaign effectiveness and make data-driven recommendations.
  6. Managing relationships with external vendors, agencies, and media partners.
  7. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as sales, product development, and creative departments, to ensure alignment and consistency in marketing efforts.
  8. Monitoring and managing budgets, timelines, and project deliverables.
  9. Staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging marketing technologies and techniques.
  10. Tracking and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) and marketing ROI.
EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 35 <20 LODGED 55 <20 INVITED 55 <20
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 50 <20 LODGED 65 36 INVITED 70 <20
SUBMITTED 55 <20 LODGED 70 59 INVITED 75 <20
SUBMITTED 60 72 LODGED 75 103 INVITED 80 22
SUBMITTED 65 327 LODGED 80 130 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 70 368 LODGED 85 107 INVITED 90 20
SUBMITTED 75 469 LODGED 90 93 INVITED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 80 330 LODGED 95 59
SUBMITTED 85 263 LODGED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 90 226
SUBMITTED 95 82
SUBMITTED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 105 <20

491SNR State or Territory Nominated – Regional

EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 45 <20 LODGED 65 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 55 <20 LODGED 70 23 INVITED 70 25
SUBMITTED 60 <20 LODGED 75 33 INVITED 75 35
SUBMITTED 65 146 LODGED 80 41 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 70 262 LODGED 85 45 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 75 334 LODGED 90 51 INVITED 90 <20
SUBMITTED 80 458 LODGED 95 37 INVITED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 85 504 LODGED 100 29 INVITED 100 <20
SUBMITTED 90 332 LODGED 105 <20
SUBMITTED 95 199 LODGED 110 <20
SUBMITTED 100 139
SUBMITTED 105 34
SUBMITTED 110 <20
SUBMITTED 115 <20
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solicitor

Visa Type Occupation
189PTS Points-Tested Stream 271311 Solicitor

Solicitors are legal professionals who provide legal advice, draft legal documents, and represent clients in legal matters.

As a Solicitor, some of the typical tasks and responsibilities may include:

  1. Advising clients on legal rights, obligations, and options in various areas of law.
  2. Conducting legal research and analysis to support client cases.
  3. Drafting legal documents such as contracts, wills, and agreements.
  4. Representing clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.
  5. Interviewing clients and witnesses to gather information for legal cases.
  6. Providing legal opinions and interpretations of laws and regulations.
  7. Assisting clients with legal transactions, including property purchases, business acquisitions, and contract negotiations.
  8. Managing legal documentation, records, and correspondence related to client matters.
  9. Collaborating with other legal professionals, such as barristers and paralegals, to handle client cases effectively.
  10. Keeping up-to-date with changes in legislation and case law.
EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs EOI Status Points Count EOIs
SUBMITTED 50 <20 LODGED 60 <20 INVITED 65 <20
SUBMITTED 55 <20 LODGED 65 45 INVITED 80 <20
SUBMITTED 60 24 LODGED 70 65 INVITED 85 <20
SUBMITTED 65 85 LODGED 75 74
SUBMITTED 70 131 LODGED 80 78
SUBMITTED 75 102 LODGED 85 88
SUBMITTED 80 125 LODGED 90 40
SUBMITTED 85 79 LODGED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 90 51
SUBMITTED 95 <20
SUBMITTED 100 <20

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  • Dairy industry Labour Agreement

Dairy industry Labour Agreement


Dairy industry

The Dairy Industry Labour Agreement lets you sponsor skilled overseas workers in the occupations of ‘Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker’ and ‘Dairy Cattle Farm Operator’ for a temporary stay of up to 4 years and/or for permanent residence. The terms and conditions of the agreement are set and non-negotiable. Note that the concessions available under the agreement vary depending on the visa subclass as well as the designated regional location of the business.

 TSMIT in Labour Agreements will be raised to $70,000 pa as of 1 July 2023.

Any concession to the TSMIT that exists in a Labour Agreement will continue at the current proportion ie, if there is a 10% concession on the $53,900 current TSMIT, there will be a 10% concession on the $70,000 level (eg $7000) from 1 July 2023.

The new Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement will not be affected.


As an employer, you must show that you meet the following requirements.

Visa

You can sponsor skilled overseas workers on these visas:

Occupations

You can only nominate the occupations of ‘Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker’ and and ‘Dairy Cattle Farm Operator’.

There is no Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) code for these occupations.

Occupation tasks

Your sponsored skilled overseas worker completes the tasks of a ‘Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker’. These tasks are:

  • plan all aspects of milk production processes including management and coordination of milking shed routines
  • coordinate and implement reproductive programs, including artificial insemination and herd fertility management, detection of oestrous and pregnancy
  • assist in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved livestock strains
  • implement calving procedures, including the ability to physically conduct unsupervised internal assessments to minimise the incidence of still births or injuries to cow or calf
  • plan and manage pastures and crops for livestock production and develop livestock feeding plans
  • analyse produce to set and maintain standards of quality
  • supervise animal health programs, handle sick or injured animals and maintain an optimal environment for the wellbeing of livestock consistent with the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines – Cattle
  • supervise work routines and staff performance of less experienced employees such as an assistant farmhand
  • implement and monitor quality assurance procedures, ensuring compliance and that all relevant documentation is kept current
  • operate milking plant and equipment in a safe manner, undertake multiple functions including reading and recording instrument information for example, milk vat temperatures and cow numbers and matching cow ID to calves to produce a quality milk outcome
  • operate a dairy recycling system
  • calf feeding, including tubing colostrum
  • assisting with and/or performing irrigation works
  • inspect livestock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
  • transport, handle and store chemicals; prepare and apply chemicals
  • operate farm and dairy shed-related vehicles, plant and equipment
  • identify and report equipment not operating normally; maintenance of plant and machinery
  • where appropriately qualified, perform maintenance works on sheds, fixtures and fittings, fences and surrounds and install new or replacement equipment or fittings
  • transport stock, feed and equipment, if appropriately licensed
  • maintain records to ensure accurate information for stock and inventory control
  • ensure food safety regulatory requirements are met
  • contribute to and implement OHS requirements
  • computer literate—operate computer equipment and software packages requiring set-up and basic function operation
  • coordinate the response to emergencies for both occupational health and safety emergencies and animal welfare emergencies
  • participate in enterprise/industry training sessions and workshops as required

Your sponsored skilled overseas worker completes the tasks of a ‘Dairy Cattle Farm Operator’. These tasks are:

  • operate milking plant and equipment
  • identify and report equipment not operating normally
  • work co-operatively as part of a team
  • read and record instrument information, i.e. Milk vat temperatures and cow numbers
  • understands the principles of safe working
  • undertake multiple functions, produce a quality outcome e.g. farm machinery
  • maintain machinery, undertake adjustments and size changes
  • solve problems and make decisions within given guidelines
  • know general scientific terminology and assist with processes such as machine repair, artificial insemination, fertiliser mix design etc.
  • operate standard measuring equipment
  • operate computerised systems using menu options
  • contribute to the team in a specific role, providing input and assisting other team members, and
  • work at times without supervision.

Am I eligible for a labour agreement pathway?

English language

Skilled overseas workers must meet the following English language requirements:

Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482)

  • Category 1 regional locations: IELTS overall test score of at least 5.0, with a score of at least 4.0 in each of the test components, or equivalent.
  • Category 2 and 3 regional locations: IELTS overall test score of at least 5.0, with no minimum score for each of the test components, or equivalent,

Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)

  • Category 1, 2 and 3 regional locations: IELTS overall test score of at least 5.0, with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components, or equivalent.

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494)

  • Category 2 and 3 regional locations: IELTS overall test score of at least 5.0, with no minimum score for each of the test components, or equivalent.

Skills, qualifications and experience

To meet occupation requirements, skilled overseas workers sponsored as ‘Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Workers’ must have at least:

  • an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate III, or equivalent qualifications as assessed by a registered training organisation, and demonstrate at least 2 years of recent and relevant work experience, or
  • at least 3 years of recent and relevant work experience

Skilled overseas workers sponsored as ‘Dairy Cattle Farm Operator’ must have at least:

  • an AQF certificate II or III (or equivalent), or
  • 1 year of recent and relevant work experience in lieu of the formal qualification.
  • Note: a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

In addition to the above occupational requirements, there are also minimum levels of work experience that need to be met to satisfy visa criteria. The same work experience can count towards both the occupation requirements and visa criteria requirements.

Work experience requirements for visa eligibility purposes will vary depending on the location of the business and also the visa subclass. 

Salary

You must meet the salary requirements in place for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482), Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) programs.

The earnings of the skilled overseas worker in Category 3 regional locations and an Australian worker can be equal to, or greater than, 90% of the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT).

As the sponsor, you must also:

  • employ skilled overseas workers on a full-time basis.
  • meet the National Employment Standards if overtime hours are included in the contract for the skilled overseas worker.

Age

There is no age limit for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482).

Applicants working in Category 1 regional areas must meet standard age requirements at the time of application for the:

  • Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)
  • Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494).

Applicants working in Category 2 and 3 regional areas must be under 55 years of age at the time of application for the:

  • Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186)
  • Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494).

Is my business eligible to sponsor under the 186 ENS visa scheme?

Book a meeting today for a commitment free briefing with our Registered Migration Agents in Melbourne to find more about your visa options.

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    Upcoming Immigration Changes 2023: A graphic representing anticipated immigration changes in 2023.

Upcoming Immigration Changes 2023

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Significant number of changes came into effect on 25 November 2023, these included;

  • a pathway through the 186 TRT stream to ENS SC 186 (and RSMS SC 187 in some cases) no matter which stream the applicant had been sponsored under on their TSS SC 482 or SC 457 visa
  • applicants holding SC 482 or 457 are now able to apply for SC 186/187 after two years with their sponsor, done from three years
  • applicants sponsored under Labour Agreements (LA) are also able to access these reduced time-frames, where they have not accessed concessions under the agreement.  Those who have accessed concession are required to complete the requirements for access to SC 186 visas as per the original LA
  • COVID concessions were also ceased on that date, without prior warning, which led to consequential amendments to a number of visa classes
  • SC 309, 820, 801 and 485 visas can now be granted no matter the location of the applicant at the time of grant
  • SC 309 visa applicants were given direct access to appeal to the AAT for review of visa refusals.

Given the impact of the cessation of the COVID concession, we recommend booking an appointment to discuss your case.

Related:

Skilled migration occupation lists review

Australia’s skilled visa programs are made up 3 main lists and which are currently being reviewed:

“One of the problems is that we are trying to attract highly skilled people but only being able to offer a short term visa with no permanent residency avenue. This will of course mean that a move to Australia is less attractive and we are more likely to lose that talent to other markets.

A positive outcome would be if they combine the lists and give the option of permanent residency to all skilled workers under the TSS.

The Department of Home Affairs has set 25 November 2023 for implementing changes to the employer-sponsored permanent residency program. Once the ENS reforms have been implemented, short-term Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) 482 visa holders will gain access to permanent residency under the 186 Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream of the ENS visa program.

The current skills list can be found here.

The last update to the current Skilled Migration Occupation List was made when the COVID-19 pandemic had just hit. Shortly after Labor Government has increased the number of permanent migration visas available in 2022-23 from 160,000 to 195,000 places.

Read more: Migration Program planning levels

Policy shifts for a new migration system

We need to build a new temporary skilled migration system, to ensure Australia has the skills we need to enhance our economic prosperity and security, by:

  • For the first time, creating proper, tripartite, regulated pathways for desperately needed workers, recognising the long-term labour shortages in our essential industries like the care sector, while maintaining the primacy of our relationships with the Pacific as a guiding principle
  • Building a mainstream temporary skilled pathway to bring in the core skills we need, using an improved approach to determining which skills we really need – doing away with outdated, inflexible occupation lists. This pathway will include skilled migrants above an increased temporary skilled migration income threshold (TSMIT), to ensure our migration system remains a program for skilled migrants, and wages and conditions of local workers are not undercut
  • Developing fast, simple pathways for the specialised, highly skilled workers we need to drive innovation in our economy and to help us build the jobs of the future

We need to reform the way we select those who are offered permanent residence:

  • Changing how we select permanent skilled migrants (reforming ‘the points test’) to focus on factors that best contribute to lifting Australia’s productivity, participation, and addressing our ageing population challenges, all while meeting our strategic security imperatives
  • Radically reshaping the Global Talent and Business Innovation & Investment programs, and building a new, simple pathway to attract the migrants we need to drive innovation

Making it simple and efficient for employers and migrants

We need a system that improves the experiences of people who interact with the migration system through:

  • Simplifying the system (e.g. visa categories, rules, requirements) and improving the user experience of employers and migrants
  • After addressing the most acute aspects of the visa backlog, continuing to make the system faster and more efficient through investment in IT, data and people capabilities
  • Placing small business on a more level playing field by exploring a switch to monthly employer fees and charges rather than a large up-front investment

We need an evidence-based approach to migration decisions, and better coordination and integration of the labour market, the training and education systems with the migration system. This means:

  • Establishing a formal role for Jobs and Skills Australia in defining Australia’s skills needs using evidence, including advice from tripartite mechanisms
  • Formalising feedback between the migration system and the training and education system to ensure labour shortages are dealt with in a comprehensive, planned manner
  • Once a formal role is established for Jobs and Skills Australia in our migration system, many of the drivers of complexity can be simplified and removed

Delivering outcomes for Australians and migrants post-arrival

Building on the work already underway within the Government, we need to create a new nation building endeavour with State and Territory governments to plan our migration intake, by:

  • Aligning investments in infrastructure, service provision and housing including ensuring joint action across governments to address barriers to increasing housing supply
  • Establishing a greater role for States and Territories in identifying their migration needs and priorities, especially in our regions

We need to improve the job readiness and outcomes of migrants, including international students, by:

  • Providing faster pathways to permanent residence for the skilled migrants and graduates we need
  • Recognising Australia’s place as a destination of choice for international students, we need to ensure that all international students are genuinely in Australia to study, including by tightening requirements and by strengthening the quality assurance of education providers
  • Reducing time international students spend on bridging visas by easing the path to graduate visas

Our system needs to provide greater protections for all migrants, and therefore local workers, by:

  • Reforming the policy settings that drive exploitation, including by increasing mobility to allow temporary migrants to move employers, and enforce their workplace rights, without jeopardising their ability to stay in Australia

We also need to restore the Australian values of integrity, fairness and inclusion at the heart of each stage of the system

We need to improve the integrity of the system, by:

  • Improving post-arrival monitoring and enforcement of wages and conditions to detect and prevent exploitation, including by investing in compliance resources and the use of Tax File Numbers by migrant workers
  • Strengthening the regulation of registered migration agents

We need to bring fairness back into the system, and address ‘permanent temporariness’, by:

  • Ensuring migrants have clarity on their prospects for permanent residence – whether that means staying here or returning home
  • Resolving some of the biggest caseloads of permanently temporary people such as New Zealand citizens and TPV/SHEV holders to ensure they can build a career and a family with clarity and a full connection to Australia
  • Providing clear pathways to permanent residence for temporary skilled visa holders We need to drive stronger inclusion of all migrants in our economy, by:
  • Improving and streamlining skills recognition, to help more migrants, including secondary applicants, enter the labour market at a level commensurate with their qualifications

Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) New Zealand stream changes

Related: Direct pathway to Australian Citizenship for New Zealanders

Period of residence, income threshold and health requirements that have been streamlined and are no longer required to be satisfied by on-hand New Zealand stream visa applicants- applications open 1 July 2023:

The New Zealand stream criteria that no longer need to be satisfied by a primary applicant are those that previously required the applicant to:

  • be resident in Australia for a continuous period of at least 5 years immediately prior to the date of application, and that residence began prior to 19 February 2016; and
  • meet the taxable income threshold in relation to three income years within five years immediately before the date of application (including the income year that ended most recently before the date of application), or be exempt, for example due to care of a child who is to remain in Australia; and
  • satisfy Public Interest Criterion (PIC) 4007 relating to health

Family members of the primary applicant included in the visa application will also no longer need to satisfy Public Interest Criterion (PIC) 4007 relating to health.

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Pacific Engagement Visa

A new visa will be introduced in July 2023 providing 3,000 places for eligible migrants from Pacific countries and Timor Leste. Spots for the

Pacific Engagement visa (PEV) will be allocated by a ballot process each year.

State requirements for 190 and 491 visa in 2023

  • State requirements for 190 visa
  • State requirements for 491 visa

Since Labor’s election win there has already been some significant changes to Australia’s migration policies.

485 visa COVID-19 replacement stream

Related: Extended Work Rights for Select Occupations and Qualifications

Important: This stream will be available for new applications from mid-2022. Further details will become available over the coming months. Please continue to check back for updates.

To be eligible, applicants must:

  • currently hold, or have held a Temporary Graduate visa that expired on or after 1 February 2020; and
  • have been outside Australia at any time between 1 February 2020 and 1 December 2021.

In normal circumstances, applicants can only be granted one Temporary Graduate visa, and a further visa is only available on the basis of regional work and study.

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Cap removed for partner visas

In 2023, there will be no limit to the number of partner visas issued per year. It means that the processing time for partner visas will be much quicker and easier.

Change to priority processing time

New rules for visa processing time. Applications are being processed in the following order of priority:

  • Healthcare or teaching occupation applications
  • For employer-sponsored visas, applicants nominated by an Approved sponsor with Accredited Status
  • Those for a designated regional area
  • For permanent and provisional visa subclasses, visa applications that count towards the migration program, excluding the Subclass 188 (Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional)) visa
  • All other visa applications

New visas/ opportunities for Indian nationals

Australia Government has entered into a free trade agreement with India, which came into effect from 29 December 2022. This has several impacts on visas for Indian nationals:

  • No Labour Market Testing is required for TSS visa.
  • Australia to extend access to the Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa to up to 1,000 Indian citizens each year.
  • Longer stay for Indian international students under new post-study work rights arrangements.

491 visa – Small Business Owners Pathway in 2023

State requirements for 188 Business visas in 2023 (closed to new applications)

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Bridging Visa R

Genuine Student (GS)

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  • Are franchises acceptable for 888 Business Permanent Visas?

Are franchises acceptable for 888 Business Permanent Visas?

Do you hold a Subclass 188 Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa? Now that you have the provisional visa, are you unsure about what you have to do to increase your chance of getting the Subclass 888 Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa? Are you wondering what type of business models are acceptable for 888 Business Permanent Visas? We are often asked whether a franchise is an appropriate business model. Here is a summary of the reasons why franchises can be an acceptable business model when holding a 188 visa and for 888 visa purposes.

888 visa Basic Requirements

The general criteria for a subclass 888 visa are as follow:

  • Hold the relevant visa, i.e., subclass 188 visa.
  • Your state nomination must be current.
  • For the 2 years before you apply for the subclass 888 visa, you must own and manage a business in Australia.
  • Have an annual business turnover of $300,000 in the 12 months immediately before the application was made.
  • You must show at least 2 of the following:
    • assets of AUD200,000 net value in your main business (or 2 main businesses) in Australia
    • personal and business assets in Australia of AUD600,000 net value
    • equivalent of at least 2 full-time eligible employees in your main business
  • Complied with Australian law when operating the business.
  • Have functional English.
  • Must be in Australia for at least 1 in the 2 years immediately before you apply.
  • Not involved in unacceptable business activities.
  • Have a realistic commitment to continuing the business.
  • Meet health and character requirements.

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What is a Franchise?

A franchise is permission granted to a person or corporation allowing them to operate a business under certain conditions. A franchisee, as the owner of the business, must have a ‘direct and continuous management role’ to satisfy ‘main business’ visa requirements.

What is the “Main Business” requirement?

The ‘main business’ requirement is a condition of the 888 Business Permanent Visa that requires the primary applicant to have an ownership interest and be actively operating the main business. ‘Main business’ is defined as the following:

  • The applicant has an ownership interest in the business; and
  • The applicant maintains direct and continuous involvement in the day-to-day management of the business; and
  • The value of the applicant’s ownership interest meets annual turnover thresholds dependent on the type of business

Why are some franchises not suitable for the 888 Business Permanent Visa?

There may be some instances where the Department determines your franchise is not an acceptable ‘main business’. This is due to the requirement that the applicant must maintain ‘direct and continuous involvement’ in the management of the business. Many franchise agreements place requirements on the franchisee in respect of products, prices, shop décor, advertising, financial reporting, and staff training. These franchise requirements will to a greater or lesser extent restrict the autonomy of the franchisee to freely manage the business. The onus is on an applicant to demonstrate that they maintain substantial involvement in the management of the business despite the requirements imposed on their operations through the franchise agreement.

How is ‘direct and continuous’ management determined?

The delegates of the Department have discretion to refuse a visa application if they determine that the applicant fails some or all of the criteria. ‘Direct and continuous’ management is an important factor to be aware when assessing whether your franchise is a suitable business for the 888 Business Permanent Visa. When the Department assesses your application, the following may be considered:

  • whether the applicant has the authority to manage the business
  • whether the applicant is the sole director, proprietor, or manager of the business
  • whether the applicant has spent significant periods of time absent from the business location
  • whether there are any other individuals (other than the applicant’s spouse or de‑facto partner) who might have a management role in the business
  • whether the activities of the business are regular and ongoing

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    It is important to note that the mere fact that the franchisee may delegate some of their business activity, i.e. financial aspects, to the franchisor through purchasing management services should not by itself be grounds for assessing that the applicant does not have sufficient management control. The Department will assess the applicant’s overall degree of control and responsibility for the business as an owner.

    It is important to note that the mere fact that the franchisee may delegate some of their business activity, i.e. financial aspects, to the franchisor through purchasing management services should not by itself be grounds for assessing that the applicant does not have sufficient management control. The Department will assess the applicant’s overall degree of control and responsibility for the business as an owner.


Franchises and direct management role

A franchisee, as the owner of the business, must have a ‘direct and continuous management role’ to satisfy ‘main business’ visa requirements.

A copy of the franchise agreement is required to assess the level of management autonomy and involvement of the franchisee. It is necessary for an applicant to have autonomous involvement in managing a main business.

The degree of control

Many franchise agreements place requirements on the franchisee to in respect of products, prices, shop décor, advertising, financial reporting and staff training. These franchise requirements will to a greater or lesser extent restrict the autonomy of the franchisee to freely manage the business. The onus is on an applicant to demonstrate that they maintain substantial involvement in the management of the business despite the requirements imposed on their operations through the franchise agreement.

Refer to: Direct and continuous management involvement.

The key factor to consider is associated with the degree of control over the business.

Most franchise agreements require the franchisee to:

  • hold certain products
  • maintain certain levels of stock
  • sell at set prices
  • open at certain hours
  • decorate the shop in a certain manner and
  • contribute to advertising funds

in circumstances where the franchisee to has, for example, little or no input. Officers should not confuse these conditions of franchise with management discretion – for example with regards to employees:

  • the hiring and firing of staff
  • the number of staff employed
  • how staff are selected
  • giving performance feedback to staff
  • organising staff rosters and
  • providing training or selecting staff to attend training provided by the franchisor in accordance with the agreement.
Financial control

The financial aspects of control are very important. As an owner, the applicant should have a sufficient degree of control over their financial affairs.

Some franchisors provide accounting packages or offer management services. These are acceptable elements of a franchise provided it is the applicant (as the owner) who is, for example, signing the cheques and making decisions about income and expenditure, financing and taxation.

The mere fact that they may delegate some of this to the franchisor through purchasing management services should not by itself be grounds for assessing that the applicant does not have sufficient management control. Officers must assess the applicant’s overall degree of control and responsibility for the business as an owner.

Franchises and assets

When a franchise business is purchased the franchisee is often required to purchase rights to trade using identifiable intangible assets such as brand names, logos, trademarks, designs and distinctive colour schemes. These intangible assets are sometimes incorrectly referred to as goodwill (for which refer to: Goodwill).

Intangible assets, such as the right to trade using branding or logos, may be included in calculating the net value of assets of a business if:

  • it is probable that the expected future benefits that are attributable to the asset will flow to the entity
  • the cost of the asset can be measured reliably and
  • the value is recorded as an asset in the financial statements of the business.

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Mixed Production Farm Workers Nec – ANZSCO 842499

Mixed Production Farm Workers Nec perform routine tasks in support of farming spanning two or more of the three different primary production areas – aquaculture, crops, and livestock.Note: This occupation group covers Mixed Production Farm Workers not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level
5
Potential Visa Pathways for Mixed Production Farm Workers Nec

Important: This occupation was released on 21 November 2021. The Department of Home Affairs is yet to announce the eligible visa pathways for this occupation. This page will be updated once more information is released.

Group: 8424 Mixed Production Farm Workers

Description
Mixed Production Farm Workers perform routine tasks in support of farming spanning two or more of the three different primary production areas – aquaculture, crops, and livestock.

Tasks

  • Patrolling, inspecting and reporting on the condition of crops and livestock
  • Operating farm machines to cultivate, plant, fertilise, spray and harvest crops
  • Maintaining and cleaning farming infrastructure and equipment such as sheds, pens, fences, plant and water and irrigation systems
  • Loading and unloading seed grain, fertilisers and livestock feed, and loading produce into transporters
  • Operating water supply and irrigation systems
  • Providing livestock with feed and water and implementing livestock feeding programs
  • Assisting with maintaining the health and welfare of livestock
  • Mustering and droving livestock to milking and shearing sheds and between paddocks to ensure sufficient feed is available
Skill Level
In Australia:

  • AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

  • NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

For some occupations a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to or instead of the formal qualification. In some instances no formal qualification or on-the-job training may be required.

Occupations in this Group:

  • 842411 Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farm Worker
  • 842499 Mixed Production Farm Workers nec

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