Employer Sponsored Visas
— For Businesses & Skilled Workers
Employer sponsored visas provide a direct pathway to Australia without the need for a points test. Whether you’re an Australian business with genuine skills shortages or a skilled worker seeking sponsorship, Good Price Visa Services guides both employers and applicants through every stage of the process.
- Skills in Demand Visa — Subclass 482
- Employer Nomination Scheme — Subclass 186 (Permanent)
- Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional — Subclass 494
Good Price Visa
The Three Main Pathways
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
Australia's primary temporary employer-sponsored visa. Allows businesses to address skills gaps by sponsoring workers for up to four years. Can lead to permanent residency through the Subclass 186 Transition Stream.
Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) — Permanent
Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) — Permanent
A permanent residence visa for workers nominated by an Australian employer. Available through the Temporary Residence Transition stream (for existing 482 holders), the Direct Entry stream, or a Labour Agreement stream.
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Subclass 494)
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Subclass 494)
A five-year temporary visa for workers sponsored by employers in designated regional areas. Leads to permanent residency (Subclass 191) after three years of regional residence and employment.
For Employers
To sponsor an overseas worker, your business must:
- Become an Approved Business Sponsor
- Nominate the position at the correct salary rate (Australian Market Salary Rate)
- Meet ongoing compliance obligations including the SAF training levy
We guide businesses through every stage — from eligibility assessment to ongoing compliance.
For Skilled Workers
To be eligible as a sponsored applicant, you will generally need:
- An occupation on the relevant occupation list
- At least 2–3 years of relevant paid work experience
- English language proficiency (unless exempt)
- Health and character clearances