Secure Your Future with an Employer Sponsored Visa
Australia offers Employer Sponsored Visas to help businesses hire skilled workers from overseas. At Farrell Rose Migration Agents & Lawyers, we assist both employers and employees in navigating the complex visa application process.
Employer Sponsored Visa Options
1. Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482)
A temporary visa allowing Australian employers to fill labor shortages with skilled overseas workers. Key benefits:
Short-term (2 years) or Medium-term (up to 4 years) options.
Work for an approved sponsor.
Pathway to permanent residency for some applicants.
2. Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)
A permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer. Streams include:
Direct Entry Stream – For skilled workers who meet the criteria without previous Australian work experience.
Temporary Residence Transition Stream – For those who have worked in Australia under a Subclass 482 visa.
Labour Agreement Stream – For workers under a formal labor agreement.
3. Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494)
A 5-year visa for skilled workers nominated by an employer in regional Australia. Offers:
A pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 191 visa.
Work and live in regional Australia.
Key Requirements
Sponsorship by an Australian Employer
The employer must be an approved sponsor.
Skills & Experience
The applicant must have qualifications and work experience relevant to the nominated occupation.
English Proficiency
Most applicants must meet minimum English language requirements.
Labour Market Testing (LMT)
Employers must demonstrate that no suitable Australian workers are available for the role.
What Do You Need Help With?
Family & Partner Visas
Supporting Australians to bring their family members to Australia.
Student Visas
Assisting you to study in Australia and with your post-study work options.
Employer Sponsored Visas
Helping businesses sponsor overseas workers via 482, 186 & 494 visas, and manage compliance.
Visa Cancellations
Assisting individuals facing visa cancellations under character, compliance, or other grounds. We help you respond to notices, appeal decisions, and protect your right to stay in Australia.
General Skilled Migration
Helping professionals and skilled workers with State Nominated (subclass 190) visas, Skilled (Independent) (subclass 189) visas and Skilled Work (Regional) (subclass 491) visas.
Citizenship
Advising and assisting permanent residents to become Australian citizens as well as applications for citizenship by descent and evidence of citizenship.
Character, cancellations and identity issues
Helping you establish your identity, address character issues under s501, and respond to visa cancellation notices under s109 or s116.
Judicial and merits review
Helping to represent you in the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) (formerly the AAT) or the Federal Circuit and Family Court, Federal Court or High Court of Australia.
Protection Visas
Assisting you to lodge Protection (subclass 866) visa applications in Australia or access Australia's offshore Humanitarian visa program
How We Work
- Consultation
- Personalised Strategy
- Application Process
- Ongoing Support
- Outcome
Why Choose Farrell Rose?
Experienced & Dedicated – With over 20 years of experience, we’ve successfully assisted thousands of clients in securing visas, permanent residency, and citizenship in Australia.
Excellent Client Reviews – We are proud to maintain a great success rate and a strong reputation, backed by numerous 5-star reviews from satisfied clients.
Open & Honest Communication – Transparency is at the core of our practice. We provide clear advice, step-by-step guidance, and regular updates throughout your immigration process.
Personalised Solutions – No two immigration cases are the same. We take the time to understand your unique circumstances and offer tailored strategies for the best possible outcome.
Meet The Team
Our team combines deep legal expertise with compassion and integrity to guide you through every step of your migration journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but the new employer must be an approved sponsor, and you must apply for a new nomination.
Yes, eligible family members can be included in your application.
Processing times vary, typically between 2 to 6 months depending on the visa subclass and circumstances.
Yes, for Subclass 186 and 494, applicants must generally be under 45 years old, with some exemptions.
Some occupations require a skills assessment to verify qualifications and experience.
If your sponsorship is withdrawn, you may need to find a new sponsor and lodge a new nomination or apply for another visa type.
Yes, visas such as Subclass 186 and Subclass 494 offer pathways to permanent residency.
Industries such as healthcare, IT, engineering, hospitality, and construction frequently sponsor skilled workers.
Yes, you can travel freely as long as your visa remains valid and you continue working for your sponsor.
Most applicants must meet a minimum IELTS or PTE score, unless exempt based on nationality or work experience.
Our Office Locations
We offer in person appointments in our Melbourne and Sydney offices. Can’t make it to the office? We also offer video and telephone appointments.
Melbourne Office:
Level 35, 477 Collins Street,
Melbourne Victoria 3000
Wurundjeri Country
Sydney Office:
201 Kent Street,
Sydney NSW 2000
Gadigal Country
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Take the next step in your migration journey with expert guidance from Farrell Rose. Whether you’re applying for a visa, seeking permanent residency, or planning for citizenship, we are here to simplify the process and support you every step of the way.