This visa lets skilled workers nominated by their employer live and work in Australia permanently.
At a Glance
- Stay: Permanently
- Visa cost: From AUD6,140.00 (Same starting cost for Direct Entry, Labour Agreement and Temporary Residence Transition streams. Estimator does not include the second instalment or other costs. Concessions apply in limited circumstances; from 1 July 2026 a lower cost applies to eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste citizens.)
Who It Is For
- You have the skills for the job and an Australian employer nominates you
- Direct Entry: your occupation is on the eligible skilled occupation list and you have at least Competent English
- Labour Agreement: your employer is party to a labour agreement
- Temporary Residence Transition: you hold a subclass 457, 482 or eligible bridging visa and usually worked in sponsored full-time employment for at least two years
- You must meet health and character requirements
What You Can Do With This Visa
- Live and work in Australia permanently
Good to Know
- Processing is prioritised under Ministerial Direction 122; page lists the lodgement months currently being processed (for example November 2025 for priority sectors, March 2025 for onshore applicants, November 2024 and July 2024 for others)
- Timeframes may fluctuate while the Department transitions to the new priorities
Getting Advice
Our registered migration agents can talk through your situation, explain whether this visa suits you and help you prepare. This page is general information only, summarised from the Department of Home Affairs and checked in November 2026. Fees and rules change, so always check the official page before you apply.
Official information: the Department of Home Affairs page for this visa.