What does Australia 186 (formerly 12 1) mean by employer-sponsored immigrant visa?

Australia 186 Employer-sponsored immigrants are mainly for skilled immigrants who want to work in Australia.

Applying for this visa is divided into two steps. First, it must be nominated by an Australian employer. Then apply according to the nominated category. This visa is an Australian permanent residence visa. Applicants can apply inside and outside Australia. Applicants can also apply for visas for family members if they meet the requirements.

There are three types of Australia 186 visas:

1. Temporary residence transition stream: It is applicable to applicants with 457 visas who have been nominating and working for their current employers for more than 2 years, and the employers intend to provide a permanent position.

2. Direct entry category: applicable to such visa applicants recommended by employers; Applicable to applicants who have never or briefly worked in Australia; Applicable to the temporary population who do not have the qualification of temporary residence to permanent residence.

3. Agreement flow: It is applicable to the applicant who has obtained the guarantee from the employer through the labor agreement.

The qualifications for applying for an Australian 186 employer-sponsored immigrant visa are as follows:

1. Nominated by Australian employers;

2. Under 50 years old;

3. Have professional skills and qualifications;

4. Have English language ability (IELTS 4-6);

5. Meet the requirements of health and personality;

6. Meet other requirements of the visa application category.