AUSTRALIAN VISA OPTIONS FOR EMPLOYERS
For Employers, We Help with Hiring Skilled Workers for Your BusineSS.
Finding and retaining the right talent is essential for business growth. If your business is facing skill shortages, Australia’s employer-sponsored visa programs allow you to sponsor skilled workers from overseas or extend the stay of existing temporary visa holders.​​
Employer-Sponsored Visa Options
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
The Skills in Demand (SID) visa (Subclass 482) allows Australian businesses to sponsor skilled workers when they cannot find an appropriately qualified Australian worker.
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Skills in Demand Stream - For occupations on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) (up to 2 years, or 4 years if an international trade obligation applies).
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Specialist Stream - For occupations on the Core Skills List (CSL) (up to 4 years, pathway to permanent residency).
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Labour Agreement Stream - For businesses with a negotiated labour agreement with the Australian government.
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Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)
The Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa (Subclass 186) is a permanent residence visa that allows businesses to sponsor skilled workers.
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Direct Entry Stream - For skilled workers who meet the eligibility criteria and do not require a pathway through the 482 visa.
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Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) Stream - For 482 visa holders who have worked with the sponsoring employer for at least 2 years in the medium-term stream.
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Labour Agreement Stream - For businesses with a negotiated labour agreement with the Australian government.
Employer Sponsorship & Nomination Requirements
Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS)
Before sponsoring a worker for a SID 482 visa, an employer must become an approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS).
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The business must be lawfully operating in Australia.
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The business must demonstrate a genuine need for the skilled position.
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Must comply with sponsorship obligations, including fair wages and working conditions.
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Nomination Application
Once SBS approval is granted, the employer must nominate a position before the worker can apply for a visa.
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The position must be on the relevant skilled occupation list.
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Salary must meet the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT).
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The business must demonstrate a genuine need for the role.
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Labour Market Testing (LMT) may be required unless an exemption applies.
Labour Agreements – A Flexible Sponsorship Pathway
For businesses that do not meet the standard sponsorship criteria or require workers for occupations that are not on the standard skilled occupation lists, a Labour Agreement provides a customised pathway for sponsorship.
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What is a Labour Agreement?
A Labour Agreement is a formal negotiation between an employer and the Australian Government, allowing businesses to sponsor overseas workers under special conditions.
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Suitable for industries experiencing chronic skill shortages.
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Allows businesses to sponsor workers in occupations not on the standard skilled lists.
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Can offer concessions on English language, salary requirements, or age limits for permanent residency pathways.
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Types of Labour Agreements
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Company-Specific Agreements - Tailored to an individual employer’s needs.
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Industry Agreements - Available for sectors with recognised shortages (e.g., hospitality, agriculture, meat processing).
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Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA) - Designed for regional employers needing access to overseas workers.
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Project Agreements - For infrastructure or resource projects with a workforce shortage.
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Global Talent Employer Sponsored (GTES) Agreements - For highly skilled niche roles that are not easily filled in Australia.
How We Support Your Business
We assist employers at every stage of the sponsorship and nomination process, ensuring full compliance with Australian immigration laws.
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SBS Sponsorship Approval: Our migration agent helps businesses secure sponsorship status quickly.
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Nomination Applications: Ensuring all criteria, including salary requirements and LMT, are met.
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Visa Applications: Assisting skilled workers in obtaining their 482 or 186 visas.
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Labour Agreement Applications: supporting businesses in negotiating agreements tailored to their workforce needs.
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Compliance Support: Helping businesses meet ongoing sponsorship obligations to avoid penalties.