There is a range of visa options under this category for skilled workers who want to live in Australia and who may or may not have an employer sponsoring them. These include options for skilled people applying as an independent migrant as well as those sponsored by an employer, a relative, or nominated by a State or Territory government.
Independent
Independent migrants have the least number of restrictions placed on them and this is the preferred option for eligible applicants who do not have an employer to sponsor them. Assess your eligibility for the independent visas before you continue.
Sponsored
If you are sponsored by an employer or eligible relative, please note that there are a number of obligations that must be met by your sponsor.
You may be eligible for a number of different visa categories and each has different requirements and obligations. Please select the various visa options from the menu to discover which visa may best suit your circumstances.
