Employer can sponsor someone to come to Australia permanently or temporarily to fill a nominated skilled role. This table lets you compare sponsored visa.
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (TSS)(subclass 482)
Length : 1 - 4 Years
Unique Features :
Workers can only work for you or an associated entity unless exempt from this requirement
Workers must work only in nominated occupation
You can't change the occupation without a new nomination
Skill or qualification requirements
Worker must have the skills to perform the nominated occupation
Worker must have 2 years work experience in the occupation or a related field
Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
Length : Permanent
Unique Features :
No geographical restrictions
The employment will be for at least a period of 2 years after visa grant
Skill or qualification requirements
Direct Entry stream applicants require a skills assessment (unless exempt)
Relevant registration or licensing must be held if required
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494)
Length : 5 Years
Unique Features :
Work must be in a designated regional area
The employment will be for at least a period of 5 years after visa grant
Skill or qualification requirements
Employer Sponsored stream applicants require a skills assessment (unless exempt)
Relevant registration or licensing must be held if required