If you want to start sponsoring a worker or take over an existing sponsorship, you first need to become either an approved sponsor or a nominator. Choosing the right sponsorship type matters because each has different requirements, benefits, and is suited to different kinds of visa programs. The main types of sponsorship most commonly used…
From 11 March 2026, Australia requires Training (subclass 407) visa applicants to secure approved sponsorship and nomination before applying, tightening controls to support genuine skills development. The Federal Government announced the changes to the Training visa program as part of broader efforts to address what it describes as ‘permanent temporariness’ in the migration system, where…
If your business needs skilled staff and you cannot find a suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident for the role, Australian immigration law allows you to sponsor a skilled worker from overseas. At SALIA Lawyers & Associates, we guide employers through this process from start to finish. You do not need to understand immigration law…
Australian employers facing skills shortages now have several visa options to lawfully hire overseas workers. Choosing the right pathway is crucial because each visa has its own requirements, work rights, and limitations on how long a worker can stay and work for your business. This guide explains the most commonly used visas — Subclass 482,…
NSW has closed Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa Pathways 1 and 3 to new applications after reaching its full allocation for the program year ending 30 June 2026. The application portals for Pathway 1 – Work in Regional NSW and Pathway 3 – Regional NSW Graduate are no longer accepting new lodgements. State migration…
This is one of the most common questions asked by skilled migrants planning their future in Australia. Many professionals assume that securing a job offer or employer sponsorship is the only way to migrate. In reality, Australia offers skilled migration pathways where a job offer is not required, alongside employer-sponsored options. The right pathway depends…
Finding the right talent can be challenging, especially when local recruitment efforts aren’t enough. For many Australian employers, engaging an overseas worker becomes a practical solution to fill genuine skill gaps. Whether you need temporary support or are looking to bring in a long-term employee, Australia’s migration framework offers several visa pathways with different work…