Employer Nomination Scheme Subclass 186 Visa

Learn More About visa subclass 186

What is Visa Subclass 186?

• The Employer Nomination Scheme Subclass 186 Visa is granted to the skilled workers who want to seek permanent residence in Australia.

• Business owners can sponsor overseas skilled workers for full-time occupation under the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186).

• One can apply for Temporary Residence Transition Stream, Direct Entry Stream or Labor Agreement Visa Stream.

What are Subclass 186 Visa Conditions?

• You are below 45 years of age at the time of application • Have been nominated for a relevant occupation by an approved Australian employer • Received approval of nomination within 6 months before lodgement of visa • Possess required skills for the applied position including license or registration

General Eligibility Criteria for Visa Subclass 186 • Possess competent English skills • Pass the character test. They must be clear of criminal records, immigration detention, and offensive convictions.

• Must possess the relevant skill for the nominated occupation.

• A valid documentation representing three years of work experience is compulsory.

What is 186 Visa Processing Time?

• The 186 Visa processing time varies depending on the reason for application.

• For the Temporary Residence Transition Stream, it will take 12 to 13 months for the said visa to be processed.

• For someone applying the Direct Entry Stream, processing time is from 11 to 18 months.

• If you are obtaining the visa for the Labor Agreement Stream, processing time for this is 12 to 13 months.

• The Temporary Residence Transition Stream or TRT is applicable if you have already worked in Australia full-time, and you possess either the Visa Subclass 482 or the Visa Subclass 457.

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