ABOUT VISA 186

Live, work and study in Australia indefinitely

Sponsor eligible family members to come to Australia

Apply for Australian citizenship, if eligible

Enrol in Australia’s public health care scheme, Medicare

Travel to and from Australia for 5 years

Visa 186

Visa 186 is Employer Nomination Scheme visa – subclass 186. This visa lets skilled workers, who are nominated by their employer, live and work in Australia permanently.

Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) - Direct Entry stream

You must:

  • Have an occupation that is on the list of eligible skilled occupations
  • Have at least 3 years relevant work experience, unless you are exempt
  • Have a positive skills assessment, unless you are exempt

Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) - Labour Agreement stream

You must:

  • Currently work, or will work, for your nominating employer who is party to a labour agreement.
  • Meet the age, skills and English language requirements of the labour agreement

Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) - Temporary Residence Transition stream

You must

  • Hold a subclass 457, TSS or related Bridging visa A, B or C
  • Usually, have worked for your employer for at least 3 years full time while holding a subclass 457 or TSS visa
  • Have been nominated by an Australian employer whose nomination was approved in the 6 months before you apply

PROCESS

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    EMAIL

    info@vfconsulting.com.au

    HOTLINE

    +61 401 288 888 (AU)
    +84 971 321 539 (VN)

    HEADQUARTERS

    530 Little Collins Street, Suite 513, Melbourne VIC 3000