AUSTRALIAN VISA OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS
Your Australian Visa Options START HERE.
Finding the right visa is the first step in making Australia your new home. Whether you are a skilled professional, a business investor, a student, or looking to reunite with family, our MARA agent can provide expert guidance to help you navigate Australia’s immigration system with confidence.
Explore your visa options below:
Employer-Sponsored Visas
For individuals with job offers from Australian employers.
If you have a job offer from an Australian company, employer-sponsored visas allow you to work and live in Australia. It allows you to apply for a Permanent Residency visa after two years of work (or three years in a regional area). These include:
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Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) - Work for an approved employer in a nominated occupation.
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Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) - A direct pathway to permanent residency.
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Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 494) - Work and live in designated regional areas.
Independent Skilled Migration
For skilled professionals seeking permanent residency
Australia’s Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) and Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visas provide a direct pathway to permanent residency for qualified professionals. These visas are based on a points test, considering factors like age, work experience, English proficiency, and education.
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No employer sponsorship required (Subclass 189)
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Permanent residency with full work and study rights
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State and regional sponsorship options (Subclass 190 & 491)
Investment and BUSINESS Visas
For entrepreneurs and investors looking to establish themselves in Australia
Australia offers Business and Investment Visas for high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs. These include:
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National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858): For highly skilled individuals, investors and entrepreneurs in targeted industries.
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Business Innovation & Investment (Subclass 188 & 888): For investors and entrepreneurs willing to invest AUD 5 million in Australia.
Partner Visas
For those in genuine relationships with Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand Citizens.
Partner visas allow spouses, de facto partners, and fiancé(e)s to live with their loved ones in Australia. Available pathways include:
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Partner Visa (Subclasses 820 & 801) - For onshore applicants.
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Partner Visa (Subclasses 309 & 100) - For offshore applicants.
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Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) - For fiancé(e)s planning to marry an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Student Visas
For international students pursuing education in Australia
Australia is home to some of the world's top universities. A Student Visa (Subclass 500) allows you to study and work part-time (university level) during your course.
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Enrol in schools, colleges, or universities
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Work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods (conditions apply)
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Bring eligible family members with you
Other Visa Pathways
Including parent visas, protection visas, and citizenship applications
Other visa options include:
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Parent Visas - For parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
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Protection Visas - For individuals seeking asylum.
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Australian Citizenship - If you have met residency and eligibility requirements.