Everything to Know About Australia Work Visa Requirements

1. Everything to Know About Australia Work Visa Requirements Australia, being one of the most vibrant countries, is a repository of jobs that suffice all’s job needs. Greater minimum wage, splendid multicultural life, exclusive social benefits, stable and steadily growing economy with 2.5% growth every year and job opportunities in various fields are additional add – ons. The first step in taking the dream job is to apply for an Australian Work Visa. Here are the Australia work visa requirements. Required skills The Australian government crafted the Skill select (General Skilled Migration program that gives points to immigrants) in 2013 for replacing the Australia skilled worker visas, and earning at least sixty points is essential for visas.  People in the age range of 25 - 32 years score the maximum points while 45 and above aged doesn’t gain any. Scoring at least eight bands in IELTS offers twenty points. Also, holding a doctorate offers 20 points, while masters/ bachelors get fifteen points. Qualifying in an Australian institute/Being experienced in a job listed in Skilled Occupations List/ possessing translator/ interpreter skills in Australian language/life partner meeting The Australian General Skilled Migration norms/ completing a professional year - all earn points.

2. Visa Types Having the necessary skills in the Skilled occupation list, even without the sponsorship of employer qualifies for Skilled Independent Visa. Employer Nomination Scheme offers a permanent work visa to the employees, that is sponsored by their companies. TSS Visa helps for working 2 - 4 years based on the employee’s needs but requires a minimum of two years experience and must be less than 45 years. Steps to apply Set the category one is eligible and ensure that the requirements are met and also that employer fills the online nomination/sponsorship form before applying. Duly fill the application form of the visa, submit required documents (English proficiency’s evidence(IELTS/TOEFL), documents of education and employment, and health insurance) & pay the fee. Time Taken Visa takes about two to five months to be processed.