How do I apply for an Australian work visa?

To apply for an Australian work visa, you need to meet certain requirements. Here are the steps you need to follow:

1. Check Eligibility: Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the specific visa you are applying for. This includes being nominated by an Australian State or Territory government agency, passing a skills assessment, scoring 65 points or more on your immigration profile, meeting language requirements, and meeting health and character requirements.
2. Expression of Interest (EOI): If you are eligible for a working visa under the General Skilled Migration Program, you must first submit an EOI. This is done via SkillSelect, an online tool used by the Australian immigration authorities to prioritize applicants using a points-based system.
3. Documentation: You need to have a valid passport from your home country, proof of proficiency in English language, meet the educational requirement, meet the health and character parameters, and have enough funds to financially support yourself.
4. Application: Once you have all the necessary documents and meet the requirements, you can apply for the visa. The application can be done online on the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website via Immi Account.
5. Wait for Decision: After submitting your application, you will need to wait for a decision. The processing time can vary depending on the type of visa and other factors.

1.Eligibity

The eligibility criteria for an Australian work visa can vary depending on the specific visa subclass, but here are some general requirements:

1. Age: You must be between 18 and 45 years old.
2. English Proficiency: You must have competent English skills. This is usually determined through an English language test.
3. Skills Assessment: You must have your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority as suitable for your nominated occupation.
4. Nominated Occupation: Your occupation must be on the relevant list of eligible skilled occupations.
5. Points Test: You must score at least 65 points on the points test.
6. Health: You must meet certain health requirements and might need to undergo a health examination.
7. Character: You must be of good character, usually evidenced by a police clearance certificate.
8. Debts: You must have no outstanding debts to the Australian government or have arranged to repay any outstanding debts.
9. Visa Application: You must not have had a visa cancelled or a previous application refused.

2. An Expression of Interest (EOI)

An Expression of Interest (EOI) is a required application that you must submit before applying for a Skilled Work Visa. 

Here are the steps to submit an EOI for a working visa in Australia:

1. Research the Eligibility Requirements: Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements for the specific visa subclass you are applying for2.
2. Tailor your EOI to the Visa Subclass: Each visa subclass may have different requirements, so ensure your EOI is tailored accordingly.
3. Create an Account on SkillSelect System: The EOI is submitted through the SkillSelect system, an online tool used by the Australian immigration authorities.
4. Provide Evidence of your Financial Stability: You may need to provide evidence that you have enough funds to support yourself in Australia2.
5. Highlight your Ties to Australia: If you have any ties to Australia such as family, previous work experience, or education, be sure to highlight these in your EOI.
6. Keep your Expression of Interest Concise and Well-Structured: Your EOI should be clear, concise, and well-structured to make it easy for the immigration authorities to understand.
7. Ensure that your English Language Proficiency is Good: You may need to take an English language test and score at least competent English.
8. Provide Personal Information: You will need to provide personal information such as your name, date of birth, country of passport citizenship, country of residence, relationship status, and email address.
9. Prepare More About All of Your Education Information, Work Experience, and Any Relevant Skills or Qualifications That You Have: You will need to provide details of your work history for the past 10 years, including position, name of your employer, dates of employment, and if the work was related to the occupation you are nominating in your EOI

Remember, the EOI is not a visa application, it’s a way for you to express your interest in applying for a skilled visa. If your EOI is accepted, you will then be invited to apply for a visa.

3. Documentation

To apply for a work visa in Australia, you need to submit several required documents:

1. Resume: This should detail your work experience, skills, and qualifications12.
2. Work Contract: If you have a job offer in Australia, you should provide the contract from your future employer.
3. Work Itinerary: If you’re doing freelance work, you should provide a detailed itinerary of your work plans.
4. Copy of Work License: If your profession requires a license, you should provide a copy of it.
5. Sponsorship Letter: If your work is being sponsored by an Australian company or individual, you should provide a letter from your sponsor.
6. Proof of Experience, Qualifications, and Skills: You can provide references from previous employers, relevant awards, and certificates.
7. Identification Documents: You will need a valid passport and other identification documents that the Department of Home Affairs asks for, such as an ID or marriage certificate.

4. Application

You can apply for an Australian work visa online on the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website via ImmiAccount or you can contact us.