Who is this visa for?
This visa is for employers who would like to employ overseas workers to fill nominated skilled positions in Australia.
This work visa is the most popular visa for employers to sponsor workers from overseas to work in Australia on a temporary basis. The 457 work visa is valid for a period of between 1 day and 4 years.
The Australian 457 visa may be applied for inside or outside Australia and all applicants must meet health and character criteria. Certain 457 visa applicants will also need to meet the English language requirement.
You will need to either be an independent business operator or have an agreed work sponsorship. The 457 is not a permanent resident visa, although it can be used as a basis for applying to permanant resuidency after two years subject to certain conditions, A 457 sponsored visa holder will need to remain employed for the duration of the visa and take out private health insurance. You can be unemployed for a maximum period of 28 days.
Generally you have to remain with the sponsored employer who is obligated to pay you a minimum salary including other statutory holidays and benefits. Can can not work for any other employer without first securing Department of Immigration approval. Your sponsor need to first register with the Department of Immigration and seek approval to engage foreign employers. You and your sponsor will be subject to reviews and audits of your financial accounts and pay slips.
The Australian 457 visa may be applied for inside or outside Australia and all applicants must meet health and character criteria. Certain 457 visa applicants will also need to meet the English language requirement.
Offshore Migration Agents are registered Australian migration agents and migration specialists who can assist Australian employers or eligible workers from overseas in securing a 457 visa for prospective employees or business partners.
Additonal Information:
- DIAC Information Booklet 457 Visas (pdf)
