Work Visas in Australia
Australia provides multiple work visa options including employer-sponsored, skilled migration and temporary specialist pathways.
Employer Sponsored Visa Types
Subclass 407 – Training Visa
- Workplace-based occupational training
- Temporary visa (up to 2 years)
- Requires approved sponsor
- Occupation must align with ANZSCO code
Subclass 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS)
- Employer-sponsored skilled visa
- Short-term & medium-term streams
- Labour Market Testing required
- Occupation must be listed under ANZSCO
Subclass 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme
- Permanent residency pathway
- Employer nomination required
- Minimum work experience required
- Positive skills assessment (ANZSCO)
Subclass 400 – Short Stay Specialist Visa
- Highly specialised short-term work
- Usually granted up to 3 months
- Strong justification required
- Not a PR pathway
ANZSCO Requirement: Employer-sponsored visas require correct occupation classification under the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO). The ANZSCO code determines eligibility, skill level and visa stream.
Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC)
- Mandatory for most temporary skilled visa holders
- Required for primary applicant and dependents
- Must remain valid for entire visa duration
- Covers hospital and medical expenses
Work Visa Checklist
Applicant Documents
- Passport bio pages
- Updated CV/Resume
- Academic qualifications
- Employment reference letters
- Skills assessment (if required)
- English language test results
Employer Documents
- Approved sponsorship status
- Nomination approval
- Employment contract
- Labour Market Testing evidence
- Business registration documents
Health & Character Requirements
- Medical examination
- Police clearance certificates
- OVHC policy confirmation
Planning to work in Australia?
Contact Zen Migration for eligibility assessment and complete work visa support.
*Visa regulations may change as per Department of Home Affairs updates.