Subclass 186

Employer Nomination Scheme Visa

Independent Skilled Pathway

For applicants competing on points without state, employer or family sponsorship.

Employer Nomination Scheme Visa visual pathway

Independent PR planning

Subclass 189 Strategy

Duration

Permanent (PR)

Visa Charge

From $4,640 AUD

Application Location

Onshore or Offshore

Pathway Overview

A permanent residency visa for skilled workers nominated by their employer. It allows Australian employers to recruit skilled foreign workers to fill vacant positions on a permanent basis. It features Direct Entry (DE) and Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) streams.

Pathway Key Benefits

Permanent residence from day one (Direct Entry stream)

Access Medicare and sponsor family members

Unrestricted study and travel permissions

Apply for citizenship once eligible

Eligibility Checklist

Please review the mandatory eligibility criteria determined by the Department of Home Affairs.

Be nominated by an approved Australian employer

Be under 45 years of age (exemptions apply for certain roles/TRT conditions)

Have at least 3 years of relevant skilled work experience

Have a positive skills assessment (Direct Entry stream)

Competent English score

Application Steps

Stage 1

Employer submits nomination application for the position

Stage 2

Nominee secures skills assessment and English credentials

Stage 3

Lodge the subclass 186 visa application linking to employer's nomination ID

Stage 4

Undergo medical evaluations and national police checks

Stage 5

Receive visa grant and remain working for employer in compliance with agreements

Secure Portal

Lodge Advisory Inquiry

Send your profile details directly to our migration team. Your inquiry will be logged directly into our administrative database for consultation planning.

Applying for: Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)

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Employer Nomination Scheme Visa pathway planning

Independent PR planning

Subclass 189 Strategy

Points, occupation fit, invitation context and evidence readiness reviewed before you invest.