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186 Visa (Employer Nomination Scheme)

This visa lets skilled workers, who are nominated by their employer, live and work in Australia permanently.

Stream:

  • Direct Entry

  • Transition Stream

  • Labour Agreement
     

With this visa you can:

  • Stay Permanently

  • work in Australia indefinitely

  • study in Australia

  • Direct Entry Steam
    For applicants who are qualified or have sufficient experience in an eligible occupation. 
    Click here to see detailed requirements.
     

  • Transition Stream
    For 457 visa or 482 TSS Visa holders who have worked for their nominating employer for a minimum of two or three years. See the Transition Steam tab for specific requirements.
    Click here to see detailed requirements.

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  • Labour Agreement Stream
    For applicants who are sponsored by an employer under a labour agreement.
    Click here to see detailed requirements.

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