The Australian government is currently phasing out the 457 visa and replacing it with a new visa, the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa. By March 2018 there will be no more 457 visas, and there are also changes to the list of occupations 457 visa holders can perform. These changes affect people on 457 visas and future TSS visas.
There are lots of migration agents offering migration services throughout Australia. finder.com.au can help you find a migration agent for your visa needs, provide information about the services agents provide and help you research your visa process. Search for a migration agent located in your state or city.
Applying for a visa is an expensive and complicated process. Migration agents can guide you through this often confusing process. Services they offer include advising you on the types of visa you can apply for, guiding you through the process of collecting documents and helping you submit your application correctly.
Australia has a wide range of visas available to non-Australians. These visas cover many different purposes and can be broadly grouped into these categories:
The process of applying for a visa to Australia is often very complicated. You might be in a situation where there are several visa types available to you, each with different costs, processing times and offering varying lengths of stay. While you can apply for visas without an agent, having a qualified migration agent simplifies the entire process. A migration agent can help you with the daunting task of compiling the necessary documents, filling in paperwork and advising you on the best path towards your visa goal.
On 19 April 2017 the Australian government restricted the number of occupations available to migrants on 457 and TSS visas. The government has removed 216 occupations from the list, meaning people with these jobs will not be eligible for work visas. Check out the full list of occupations that have changed.
If you're planning to work in Australia on a 457 visa, you'll need to take out Overseas Visitors Health Cover (OVHC) policy for these reasons:
For more information, read our comprehensive guide on getting health insurance for the 457 visa or the new TSS (482) Visa guide.
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