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    Australia Visa Types

    Explore the different types of visas available for Australia. Each visa type has specific requirements, processing times, and costs.

    Did You Know?

    Key insights about visa and immigration processes

    Australia uses a points-based system for skilled migration called SkillSelect.

    The country offers working holiday visas to 44 countries for ages 18-30.

    Australia has one of the world's highest minimum wages at AUD $24.10 per hour.

    International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying.

    Available Visa Types

    Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

    For skilled workers not sponsored by employer or state

    High
    Processing Time
    8-12 months
    Application Cost
    AUD $4,640

    Key Requirements

    • Skilled occupation on relevant list
    • Positive skills assessment
    • English language proficiency
    • 65+ points on points test

    Student visa (subclass 500)

    For international students

    Medium
    Processing Time
    4-12 weeks
    Application Cost
    AUD $710

    Key Requirements

    • Enrollment in registered course
    • Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)
    • English language proficiency
    • Adequate financial capacity

    Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)

    For young people aged 18-30 from eligible countries

    Low
    Processing Time
    2-4 weeks
    Application Cost
    AUD $510

    Key Requirements

    • Age 18-30 (35 for some countries)
    • Passport from eligible country
    • Sufficient funds (AUD $5,000)
    • No children accompanying

    Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)

    For skilled workers nominated by Australian employer

    Medium-High
    Processing Time
    8-18 months
    Application Cost
    AUD $4,640

    Key Requirements

    • Employer nomination
    • Skilled occupation
    • Skills assessment
    • English language proficiency