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Potential migrants to Australia are selected based on skills, health, financial
resources, age, English language ability and family and business contacts in
Australia. Race, gender and culture are not considered at all.
Migrants today fall into two main categories for a place in the Migration
Program: half the 70,000 places each year go to skilled migrants as Australia
seeks those migrants who have skills and qualifications to improve the
Australian society and economy.
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• Permanent Entry Visas
• Work Visa
• Temparory Visa
• Visitor Visa
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Australia accepts people from overseas for permanent settlement in our country
under two main migration streams:
• The Migration Program
• The Humanitarian Program
The Migration Program caters for all potential applicants wishing to migrate to
Australia
The Migration Program
Potential migrants to are selected based on skills, health, financial resources,
age, English language ability and family and business contacts in Australia
Race, gender and culture are not considered at all.
Migrants today fall into two main categories for a place in the Migration
Program: half the 70,000 places each year go to skilled migrants as Australia
seeks those migrants who have skills and qualifications to improve the
Australian society and economy. These categories are:
• Skilled Migrants
• Business Migrants
The other half of the Migration Program places go to family reunion and
resettlement of former residents and citizens, and for the families of New
Zealanders. These categories are:
• Family Migrants
• Special Eligibility
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There are five categories of migrants in the Skilled Scheme.
1.Independent Skilled Migrants.
For qualified persons in an approved occupation in Australia
Must be under 45 to apply
2.Skilled Migrant - Australian Link.
Applicants who have close family members in Australia able to sponsor them.
Applicants are assessed on age, qualifications, English & other language
abilities.
3.Distinguished Talent.
This is a small category for especially talented people, particularly in the
arts or in sports.
4.Employer Nominated Migrant
Employers may nominate skilled people from overseas to fill an Australian job
vacancy when no one local has suitable skills for the job.
Age,qualifications and English abilities are assessed.
5.Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme
If your Australian employer, who wants to nominate you, is in a remote area
outside metropolitan districts, he or she can sponsor you through this scheme.
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Business Migrants come under the Skilled Migrants Stream, but there are so many
special provisions for them that Australian Visas puts them in separate
categories.
There are six categories for people to apply for a permanent visa in the
Business Migrant class.
- 4 Classes for overseas applicants
- 2 Classes for persons already in Australia and most likely have an
established business in Australia
Both are points tested based on business turnovers, business assets, personal
assets, employee numbers, total wages etc.
1.Business Owners.
This is a points tested visa for business owners with points awarded for
turnover in your business, annual labour costs, total business assets, age,
English language ability and net personal assets.
2.Business Owners - State or Territory Sponsored.
This is the same as the visa for Business Owners, but has lower requirements.
3.Senior Executives
This is a points tested visa for senior executives in a large companies
(typically with a turnover exceeding A$ 50 000 000 per annum) . It has points
awarded for age, English language ability and net personal assets.
4.Business Migrants, Investment Linked
These applicants must demonstrate a history of business ownership and
investment activities. This is a points tested category. There are also
two categories of Business Migrant visas granted to applicants who are already
in Australia on a temporary visa, long stay. These two visas categories can
be applied for in Australia or while overseas.
• Established Business in Australia
• Regional Established Business in Australia
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In the 1999-2000 period, 32,000 migrants will be accepted in the Family Stream
section.
Family migrants must have a responsible relative in Australian who will sponsor
them. Family members not able to support themselves (aged relatives or
dependent children) apply under class. Independent working age family members
should apply under the skilled Migrant - Australian linked class.
As a Family migrant you will not be tested on your skill level or your English
Language ability, but you will be assessed against Australia's health and
character requirements, as are all migrants.
You may apply as a Family Migrant in one of the following categories:
1.Partner
1.Spouse- or established partner
2.Prospective Marriage Partner - intending to get married, a fianc
Interdependency - for people of the same sex who live together
interdependently.
2.Child
1.Dependent Child - your child who is financially dependent on you. This can
apply to children over 18 if they are still fully dependent on their Australian
sponsor.
2.Orphan Relative
3.Parent
1.Parent applications are given a low priority in 2000. Only 500 places are
available.
2.Working Age Parent - not old enough to qualify for a pension at 65 for men
and 62 for women in 2000.
4.Other Family
1.Aged Dependent Relative - single aged relatives
2.Remaining Relative - last remaining family relative
3.Career- person traveling toAustralia to care for a special need relative.
5.Special Eligibility
The following categories of migrant can apply under this section.
1.Former citizens or residents of Australia
2.Family of New Zealand citizens -for dependents of New Zealand citizens who
have settled or intend to settle 3.permanently in Australia
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Work Visas are only available in certain circumstances. The
options are:
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Working holiday maker visa - The main intention of your trip should be
recreation,but you will be allowed to do part-time and temporary work to
supplement your income. This is available to citizens of the following
countries: Canada,Japan,Ireland,Korea,Malta, the Netherlands and the United
Kingdom.Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 26. Note: This visa
is not available to South African citizens.
• Temporary residence visa with work rights - this visa is for
applicants wishing to work in Australia for up to 4 years. Employer sponsorship
is the main requirement. Your employer must arrange this from Australia. Only
when the sponsorship is approved can you apply for a temporary residence
visa.
• Opening your own business in Australia - this visa will allow
you 4 years in Australian to set up your own business. You require sufficient
funds and a satisfactory business plan. AUD 250 000 in net assets is the
minimum funds requirement. Your business must be of benefit to Australia and
you must be directly involved in its management .
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Temporary Residence Categories Australia's temporary residence program is
designed to allow overseas people to come to Australia for specific purposes
that result in some benefit to Australia.The focus is on the areas of skilled
employment, social/cultural and international relations.
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Visa SubClass
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Purpose
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Main Conditions relating to work and sponsership
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411 Exchange |
Temporary stay of skilled people (other than executives, managers or
specialists) wanting to come to Australia to broaden their work experience and
skills under reciprocal arrangements which allow Australian residents similar
opportunities overseas. Includes people seeking entry under certain bilateral
exchange agreements.
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A letter of invitation is required from the Organisation offering the position.
You may not change employer or occupation without prior permission.*
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415 Foreign Government Agency
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Temporary stay of foreign government officials to conduct official business on
behalf of their government where the officials diplomatic or official status in
Australia
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For stays of up to 3 months, or cases involving directors of the British
Council, Alliance Francaise, Goethe Institute or Italian Cultural Institute, a
statement of support is required from the Foreign Ministry. In all other cases,
a sponsorship is required unless entering under the provisions of a bilateral
agreement. You may not change employer or occupation without prior permission.
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416 Special Program
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Temporary stay of people under approved programs to broaden their work
experience and skills; generally youth exchanges.
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A letter of support is required from the supporting Organisation. You may not
change employer or occupation without prior permission.
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417 Working Holiday
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Temporary stay of young people wanting to gain experience of other countries by
holidaying in with the opportunity to work to supplement their funds
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The WHM visa gives you 12 months to travel to Australia from the date the visa
is granted. You are allowed to stay in Australia for 12 months from the date
you first enter Australia You may work full-time, part-time or casually for 3
months at a time with any one employer. You are not permitted to extend your
employment beyond 3 months with any employer through use of business
subsidiaries and/or subcontractors or employment agencies.
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418 Educational
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Temporary stay of staff for educational and research institutions or
organisations to fill academic, teaching and research positions unable to be
filled from within the Australian labour market.
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A letter of appointment is required for stays of up to 3 months. Sponsorship is
required for stays of more than 3 months. You may not change employer or
occupation without prior permission.*
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419 Visiting Academic
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Temporary stay of people whose presence in Australia will contribute to the
sharing of research knowledge.
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A letter of invitation is required from the institution involved. You may not
receive a salary from the host institution in Australia.
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420 Entertainment
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Temporary stay of people involved in a wide range of social and cultural events
and activities; (including models and mannequins) taking into account the need
to protect the employment of Australians in the industry.
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Sponsorship is required regardless of the period of stay unless you are coming
in under a bilateral agreement. You may not change employer or change times or
places of engagements in Australia without prior permission
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421 Sport
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Temporary stay of amateur or professional sports people to engage in
competition with Australian residents and to improve general sporting standards
in Australia through high caliber competition and training.
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Sponsorship and/or a letter of invitation may be required depending on the
activity and the length of stay in Australia. You may not change employer
without competition or training program prior permission. *
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422 Medical Practitioner
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Temporary stay of suitably qualified medical practitioners where there is a
demonstrated need to employ practitioners from overseas.
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Sponsorship is required regardless of the period of stay. You may not change
employer without prior permission.
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423 Media & Film Staff
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Temporary stay of correspondents and other professional media staff members
posted to Australia by overseas news organisations, and photographers and film
& television crews making documentaries or commercials for exclusive
overseas consumption
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A letter of support is required for stays of up to 3 months, or if the
Organisation is not represented in Australia, or if entering under a bilateral
agreement. Sponsorship is required in all other cases for stays of more than 3
months. You may not change employer without prior permission.*
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424 Public Lecturer
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Temporary stay of professional lecturers or subject experts invited to make
public presentations.
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A letter of invitation is required for stays of up to 3 months or if entering
under a bi-lateral agreement. Sponsorship is required in all other cases for
stays of more than 3 months. You may not change employer without prior
permission.*
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426 Domestic Worker (Diplomatic/Consular)
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Temporary stay of domestic staff for diplomats and consular staff posted to
Australia on advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT).
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A letter of support is required from DFAT. You may not change employer or
remain in after the permanent departure of your employer.
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427 Domestic Worker (Overseas Executive)
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Temporary stay for domestic staff of certain holders of visas in class 457
long-stay temporary business entry. A visa in this class may only be granted
where it can be shown that the entry of domestic staff is necessary for the
proper discharge of representational duties
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Sponsorship is required if the employer is sponsored. If the employer is not
sponsored, an acceptable employment contract must be supplied. You may not
change employer or remain in Australia after the permanent departure of your
employer
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428 Religious Worker
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Temporary stay of religious workers, including ministers, priests and spiritual
leaders to serve the spiritual needs of people of their faith in Australia
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Sonsorship and a written undertaking is required regardless of the period of
stay. You may not change employer or occupation without prior permission.*
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442 Occupational Trainee
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Temporary stay of persons undergoing training in Australia compatible with
their employment history
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A nomination must be provided regardless of the period of stay unless the
training is being provided by the Commonwealth. You may not work in Australia
other than in relation to your course of training.*
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Permission in writing can only be obtained from the nearest State, Territory or
Regional office of the Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs in
Australia
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Australia's student visa program provides for the entry of overseas students
who wish to undertake full-time study in registered courses in Australia.
Work rights for students have been made available so that students can
supplement their income, rather than it being their sole source of finance.
Work rights, while their Australian institution is in session, are limited to
20 hours per week. There are no limits while the institution is not in session.
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If you need to visit Australia to conduct business - a conference, site
inspection, negotiations or perhaps an exploratory visit - there are a number
of visa options. For example:
The Business (Short Stay) visa allows the bona fide business person
unlimited travel to Australia. Visits can be up to three months and you can
choose the period of time the visa is valid up to the life of your passport or
five years, which ever is longer.
The Business (Long Stay) visa allows the bona fide business person
unlimited travel to Australia. Visits can be up to four years. There are a few
categories under this class - please contact ASA for more detail.
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