Visa Categories


Permanent Visa Categories


SkillSelect

SkillSelect is an online system that enables skilled workers interested in migrating to Australia to record their details to be considered for a skilled visa through an Expression of Interest (EOI).

Skilled Migrants Visa

This program, also known as General Skilled Migration, is for people who are not sponsored by an employer but who have skills in particular occupations required in Australia.

Employer Sponsored Workers

For people with recognised skills seeking to work in Australia after being sponsored by an Australian or overseas employer.

Doctors and Nurses Working In Australia

Information and visa options for doctors and nurses who want to work in Australia.

Partner Visas

There are a number of migration options for fiancés or partners of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens.

Parent Visas

There are a number of migration options for Parents & other family members of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens.

Returning Residents

For current or former Australian permanent residents, or former Australian citizens to re-enter Australia.



Temporary Visa Categories


Working Holiday

For people aged between 18 and 30 from arrangement countries to have an extended holiday supplemented by short-term employment.

Retirement Visa

For retirees who are 55 years of age and over who want to spend their retirement years in Australia.

Medical Treatment in Australia

For people to travel to Australia for medical treatment for up to 12 months.

Business & Investment Visa

For people to come to Australia for a business-related visit. Also for people to establish, manage or develop a new or existing business, or invest in Australia.

Tourists Visting Australia

For people to visit or extend their stay in Australia for holiday, sightseeing, social or recreational reasons, to visit relatives, friends or for other short-term non-work purposes.

Specialist Entry to Australia

For people to participate in specific professional, cultural, social or research activities.

Student Visa

For international students intending on studying within Australia.