Australia, known as one of the world’s most distinctive nations, offers a tremendous demand for skilled talent. Seize this opportunity by applying for an Australian Work Visa. With our extensive experience in Australian Visa processes, Y-Axis is the ideal partner to help you advance your career in Australia.
Why Choose to Work in Australia?
- A stable economy with an average annual growth of 2.5%.
- Job openings in various sectors.
- Competitive minimum wage and excellent savings potential.
- Exceptional social benefits, including free healthcare.
- Beautiful cities with vibrant multicultural lifestyles.
Working in Australia provides you with essential rights and the same workplace protections as local employees, making it an attractive destination for building your career.
Types of Work Visas:
The Australian government introduced the General Skilled Migration program (SkillSelect) in 2013, replacing the Australia Skilled Worker visas. SkillSelect evaluates applicants’ skills through a point-based system, allowing individuals with the right skills to be selected. Applicants are awarded points based on the following criteria:
- Age: Those between 25 and 32 receive the most points, while those over 45 receive no points.
- English Language Proficiency: Applicants must take the IELTS test. Scoring 8 bands or more earns you 20 points.
- Skilled Work Experience: Points are awarded based on years of experience in an occupation listed in the Skilled Occupations List, with 20 points as the maximum.
- Educational Qualifications: Your qualification must be relevant to your chosen occupation, with a maximum of 20 points for a doctorate and 15 points for a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
- Australian Qualifications: If you hold an Australian qualification from an Australian educational institution, you can earn five points.
- Regional Study: Living and studying in regional Australia can earn you an additional 5 points.
- Community Language Skills: Proficiency in one of Australia’s regional languages as an interpreter/translator grants you 5 extra points.
- Spouse/Partner Skills and Qualifications: If your spouse/partner is included in the application and is not an Australian resident/citizen, their skills can contribute up to five points. They must meet the basic requirements of the Australian General Skilled Migration program.
- Professional Year: Completion of a Professional Year in Australia within the last five years can earn you an extra 5 points.
To qualify for a visa under the General Skilled Migrant Program, you must score a minimum of 60 points.
- Skilled Independent Visa: This visa is available to those with the necessary skills and qualifications for specific occupations listed in the Skilled Occupation List (SOL). It does not require employer sponsorship, and you can use the SkillSelect tool to check if your skills are in demand.
- Employer Nomination Scheme: This scheme offers a permanent work visa to employees sponsored by their employers.
- TSS Visa (Temporary Skill Shortage): This visa allows individuals to work for two to four years, depending on the employer’s needs. Applicants must have at least two years of work experience and be under 45 years of age. Employers must pay market wages to employees on this visa.
Australian Work Permit Visa Process:
Steps to Apply for a Work Visa:
- Determine the work visa category for which you are eligible.
- Ensure you meet the requirements of the points-based assessment (SkillSelect).
- Confirm that your employer completes an online nomination/sponsorship form before you apply for the visa.
- Fill out the online application form for your visa category.
- Submit the necessary information and supporting documents with your application.
- Pay the application fee for visa processing.
Y-Axis has extensive experience in assisting individuals in securing Australian Work Visas. Key documents required for this visa include:
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL).
- Educational and employment documentation.
- Health insurance.
Typically, work visas take 2-5 months to process. A Y-Axis Work Visa Expert will collaborate with you to create a comprehensive visa application, maximizing your chances of success.