If you live in Melbourne and want to sponsor your family member to come to Australia, there are several options available. The type of visa you need to apply for will depend on your individual circumstances, goals and needs.
Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) VISA
This provisional 5-year visa allows eligible skilled workers and their families to live and work in designated regional areas of Australia for up to five years, before applying for a permanent residence visa. The Family Sponsored stream of the 491 visa enables you to sponsor your relative to gain a pathway to permanent residence in Australia, provided they meet certain income and residency requirements.
Family Sponsored Stream of the 491 Visa
The family sponsored visa is a new and exciting option for eligible skilled workers who have an eligible relative living in a designated regional area. This provides a direct pathway to permanent residence and can be an excellent opportunity for you and your family to enjoy the many benefits that Australia offers, such as high quality healthcare and education.
Visitor Stream of the Family Sponsored Visa
If you wish to visit your family in Australia for less than three months, you may be eligible to obtain a Subclass 600 Visitor visa under the family sponsored stream of the visa. This visa is suitable for people who are seeking to travel to Australia for recreational purposes such as holidays and sightseeing, social or recreational activities, and visiting relatives or friends.
An employer can sponsor a visa for a person who meets the requirements and is willing to work in Australia. This can be for a short or long term and may lead to permanent residency.
How to Apply for an Employer Sponsored Visa
An application for an employer sponsored visa is a multi-stage process. The employer must first show that they can’t find an Australian worker for the role that they want to fill. This can be done by submitting an occupation that appears on the list of eligible skilled occupations and the details of the job description, salary and efforts to recruit Australian workers.
How to find an Employer
The best way to find a company that is willing to sponsor you for an employer sponsored visa 482 is to search for job listings in the major papers and follow up any personal contacts or networks you have in Australia. You can also use the Internet to search for companies that are seeking international employees.
How to Get Sponsored
An employer must apply for an employer sponsorship through the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). The business must be lawful, active and operating and meet local labour and employment practices.
How to Find a Job Offer
A person that is applying for an employer sponsored visa 482 must have the required qualifications, skills and experience for the position they are applying for. It is important to check that the position is on the list of eligible occupations, and the employer must be able to provide proof of this in the application.
