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Skilled and Work visas

Skilled visas are part of Australia’s migration program aimed at bringing people from different countries who have specific skills that Australia needs.

These visas help fill jobs where there are not enough Australian workers. Additionally, these visas can be either temporary or permanent, offering a variety of options depending on the needs and qualifications of the applicant.

The following are some types of skilled visas in Australia:

  1. Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) – Points-tested stream

  2. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) – Points-tested stream

  3. Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) – Points-tested stream

  4. Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa (Subclass 191)

  5. Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) - Sponsored work visa

  6. Training Visa (Subclass 407)

  7. Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482) - Sponsored work visa

  8. Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

  9. Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494) - Sponsored work visa

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