What is an Australian 457 visa? What are the conditions and procedures for applying for an Australian 457 visa?

Visa 457 is a work visa established by the Australian government for Australian enterprises to introduce various professionals or skilled workers from overseas.

Application conditions

1, age: no age limit;

2. Occupation: The applicant has been nominated by an Australian employer and the position is on the list of occupations (SOL);

3. Educational background and academic requirements: The requirements vary according to the nominated occupation. Applicants may need to provide relevant academic certificates, such as bachelor degree, junior college degree or vocational qualification certificate. Relevant work experience can replace academic qualifications;

4. Work experience: According to the different requirements of the nominated occupation, some applicants need to obtain corresponding academic qualifications or 3-5 years of work experience in related occupations;

5. Occupational assessment: Some occupations may need to pass occupational assessment, for example, most technical job qualifications and positions need to be registered in Australia;

6. English proficiency: English scores are required for all positions. The average score of IELTS test is not less than 5, and the single item is not less than 4.5.

Application process:

1. Sign the contract and match the employer.

2. The employer interviews and issues the employment contract.

3. Apply for personal nomination and get the nomination.

4. To submit a 457 visa application, the applicant should prepare a complete set of immigrant visa application materials, including the main applicant and the deputy applicant;

You can get a visa after the application is passed.

Extended data

Australia 457 visa main applicant obligations:

1. Starting from October 20161910, the Australian 457 visa applicant must find a new job and reapply for a visa within 60 days after stopping working for the sponsoring employer;

2. Can only work in the nominated position;

3. Overseas applicants start working within 90 days after obtaining a visa and entering Australia; Domestic applicants need to start working within 90 days after obtaining a visa;

4. Can only work for the sponsoring employer;

5. The shutdown shall not exceed 60 days;

6. Obtain the license, registration or qualification required for work and abide by professional ethics (applicants who are approved after 20 15 12 1 need to obtain relevant qualifications within 90 days after entering Australia).

References:

Official website of National Immigration Bureau