Why apply for an Australia Work Permit?

• Work and stay anywhere in Australia
• Explore the job market in Australia
• Access to more than 344,000 jobs
• Earn up to AUD 100,016 per year
• Enjoy social and healthcare benefits
• Get global exposure and recognition
• Apply for Australia PR upon eligibility

The Australia Work Permit allows and welcomes foreign nationals to migrate and work in Australia for up to four years. The Australian job market offers high-paying jobs, a strong economy, and a lucrative career pathway, eventually leading to permanent residence (PR). The country receives around 300,000 work visa applications yearly from foreign workers from countries like India, France, Ireland, Canada, Taiwan, and the UK. The new "Right to disconnect" policy announced recently by the Australian government is attracting more foreign workers to Australia.

Australia Work Visa

Foreign nationals willing to migrate and work in Australia must apply for an Australia Work Visa. The Australian Work Visa for Canadians and foreign immigrants allows them to work in Australia under an Australian employer. The country offers a variety of work visas, which can be broadly categorized into two types:

Temporary Work Visas in Australia

The table below provides a list of temporary work visas in Australia:

Temporary work permit type	Who Can Apply?	Visa validity
TSS visa (Temporary Skill Shortage)	Experienced professionals aged under 45 years with skills that are in demand in Australia	2-4 years
Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa	Skilled workers willing to live and work in regional Australia	Up to 5 years
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa	High-specialised foreign workers looking for short-term work in Australia	up to 4 years
Working holiday visa	Youth aged between 18-30 years willing to work while enjoying a holiday in Australia	12 months

 

Permanent Work Visas in Australia

The table below provides a list of permanent work visas in Australia:

Permanent work permit type	Who can apply?	Visa Validity
Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa	Skilled workers nominated by their employers	Can live and work in Australia permanently
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) visa	Skilled workers nominated by their employer in regional Australia	Can live and work in Australia permanently
Skilled independent visa	Invited workers and New Zealand citizens who possess the required skills needed by Australia	Can live and work in Australia permanently
Skilled Nominated visa	Nominated skilled workers	Can live and work in Australia permanently
Distinguished Talent visa	Globally recognized record of exceptional achievement in a profession, sport, the arts, or academics and research	Can live and work in Australia permanently

 

Australia Work Visa for Canadian Citizens

Canadian citizens can work in Australia with a Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) or a Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189). The Working Holiday Visa allows Canadian citizens to work and stay in Australia for up to a year.

Australia Working Holiday Visa

The newly launched working holiday visa is specially designed to attract young people from eligible countries to work in Australia while enjoying an extended holiday in the country. The following are the key features of Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417 and Subclass 462):

• Applicants aged under 18-35 years old
• Can be applied for up to 3 times
• Must have a Canadian passport for at least 18 months
• Must have no dependent children
• Must have sufficient proof of funds
• Must not have previously applied for a Working Holiday visa in Australia
• Can do all types of part-time and  full-time work in the country

How to apply for the Australia Working Holiday Visa?

The steps to apply for an Australia Working Holiday Visa are listed below:

Step 1: Create an ImmiAccount Online

Step 2: Fill out the visa application form

Step 4: Provide the necessary documents

Step 5: Complete the fee payment

Step 6: Wait for the visa to be approved

Step 7: Fly to Australia

Australia Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

Canadian citizens and immigrants can apply for the Skilled Independent Visa to live and work in Australia for an indefinite time. The application process for the same is listed in the steps below:

Step 1: Check your eligibility for the visa

Step 2: Fill out the visa application form

Step 3: Provide the necessary documents

Step 4: Complete the fee payment

Step 5: Wait for the visa to be approved

Step 6: Fly to Australia

Australia New Core Skills Occupation List

The Australian government recently launched a new core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) as a replacement of Subclass 482 Temporary Shortage Visa. The CSOL is applicable for the Core Stream of the new Skills in Demand Visa and the Direct Entry Stream of the Subclass 186 visa in Australia.

Jobs in Australia

The job outlook in Australia projects positive growth, with around 400,000 job vacancies. The country reported a GDP growth of 2.1% and an unemployment rate of 3.9% in 2024. The minimum annual average salary for foreign workers in Australia is around AUD 70,000. The table below lists the details of the highest-paying jobs in Australia:

Occupation	Annual salary in AUD
IT	$81,000 – $149,023
Marketing & Sales	$70,879 – $165,000
Engineering	$87,392 – $180,000
Hospitality	$58,500 – $114,356
Healthcare	$73,219 – $160,000
Accounting & Finance	$89,295 – $162,651
Human Resources	$82,559 – $130,925
Construction	$75,284 – $160,000
Professional and Scientific Services	$90,569 – $108,544

 

How to get jobs in Australia?

Australia is looking for skilled foreign professionals who are willing to work and live in Australia. However, job seekers looking for jobs in Australia must adhere to certain things. Here are some tips for foreign nationals looking for jobs in Australia

• Create an ATS-friendly resume
• Research about the industry trends
• Connect with professionals
• Get certifications for your skills
• Learn in-demand skills
• Include a cover letter
• Keep your resume up-to-date

Australia Work Permit Eligibility

You would be eligible to apply for an Australian Work permit if:

• You have a valid job offer in Australia
• Your job role is listed under the CSOL
• You are proficient in English as per requirement
• You have a positive health and character certificate
• You meet age and other requirements

Australia Work Permit Requirements

The following are the documents required to apply for an Australian work permit:

• Valid passport and travel documents
• Language proficiency test results
• Proof of enough financial resources
• Valid employment contract or offer letter
• Police clearance certificate
• Form 80 for personal character assessment
• Documents stating your nationality and civil status

Australia Skills Assessment

An Australia Skills Assessment determines whether you have the required skills and work experience to work in a nominated occupation in Australia. It is one of the key aspects of the Australia Work Visa application process.

The Skills Assessment is conducted by three regulating bodies in Australia, namely:

• Trades Recognition Australia: regulates skills assessments for skills migration visas
• VETASSESS: regulates skills assessment for professional occupations like businesses, education, arts, and finances
• ACS: regulates skills assessment for IT, data science, and cyber security professionals

Candidates applying for any work visa in Australia must have a positive skill assessment to be considered eligible for the visa application.

Steps to Apply for an Australia Work Visa

The following are the steps to apply for an Australia Work Visa:

Step 1: Choose the type of work visa you want to apply for

Step 2: Get your Skills Assessment done

Step 3: Create an ImmiAccount

Step 4: Fill out the visa application form

Step 5: Submit the documents required

Step 6: Fly to Australia upon visa approval

Australia Work Permit Cost and Processing Time

The table below provides details of the cost and processing time of different Australian visas:

Type of Visa	Fee (in AUD)	Processing Time
TSS visa (Temporary Skill Shortage)	AUD 1,495	36-61 days
Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa	AUD 4770	20 days
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa	AUD 310	14-21 days
Working holiday visa	AUD 635	14 days
Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa	AUD 4770	6-8 months
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) visa	AUD 4045	9-11 months
Skilled independent visa	AUD 4045	3-4 months
Skilled Nominated visa	AUD 4770	19-20 months
Distinguished Talent visa	AUD 4110	12-24 months

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