457 - BUSINESS VISA - Employer Sponsored visa

What is a 457 VISA ?

Temporary BUSINESS VISA (Long Stay)

This is a scheme commonly used by employers in Australia to sponsor overseas skilled workers to work on a temporary basis.
This regulated scheme allows approved employers to sponsor a nominated skilled person from overseas workers to fill approved nominated skilled positions in Australia.

Employers - How long can employers employ overseas workers on this 457 visa?

With this 457 visa you can employ overseas workers for three months to four years. The 457visa holders may bring eligible secondary applicants to Australia – secondary applicants can work and study here.

Skilled persons - Do you want to work in Australia ?

First - Do you have an employer (business)in Australia willing to sponsor you? If you do, you and the employer may need an Australian registered migration agent to provide immigration/ migration service. (Chef visa does not offer to seek for a sponsor for visa applicants)
The preparation of the migration application requires precision.

Businesses employers - Information for employers

Employers wanting to recruit Overseas Personnel.
Skilled professionals and tradespersons, from many occupations, may be nominated for for a position in your business.
Businesses must show that they are active and operating lawfully, of good standing and able to meet mandatory undertakings in relation to the sponsored employee(s).
Sponsored staff are expected to introduce improved technology and improved business.
Sponsors must demonstrate the need to employ skilled qualified staff from overseas to fill specifically nominated positions.
The preparation of the migration application needs a great care.

For professional assistance (in migration only), please contact Chef Visa, Australian registered migration agent.

FAQ for the visa applicant:
1. Is it simple to apply?
No. It is time-consuming. Meeting the criteria requires precise and comprehensive information and preparation.
2. How long will it take to get decision on the application?
It may take up to six weeks or more from the time of lodgment to the Department of immigration, in some cases longer.
3. Can I apply in Australia?
Yes, if your current visa permits
4. Is it difficult to find a sponsor?
It can be depending on your occupation, the local need your skills and your track record in the particular employment qualifications.

WORKING HOLIDAY VISA-WORKING HOLIDAY MAKERS,vital information.
You may decide to apply to stay longer or permanently. It is advisable to make enquiries early in your visit as some visas require recent work experience. Do not ruin your chances by breaching work conditions. Breaches lead to serious problems.

Australian Migration agents. In Australia, immigration advisors (agents) must be registered and are regulated to protect the consumers and the integrity of our immigarion program.. Registered Migration Agents display their Migration Agent Registration Number (MARN). Regulations require that members of the migration advice profession continuously develop and update their knowledge of immigration laws and changes in immigration programs requirements. Some RMAs are based overseas.

There are hundreds of occupations, in shortage in Australia. A personnel agency, recruitment agency or employment agency of your choice can usually help in, job placement. Alternatively, check the employment sections of, local newspapers such as THE AGE newspaper, The Australian or Sydney Morning Herald, Courier Mail Brisbane. (Some publication are linked on our Visit Australia page)

Visitors cannot, are not permitted to, work in Australia without a visa permitting work. What will happen if you work without permission? You will be caught and detained.

The above does not constitute any advice but is for information, in brief. For advice please engage a professional agent.

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