Australia offers several migration visa options designed to cater to different categories of applicants, including skilled workers, family members, and investors. Here are some of the main categories:
1. Skilled Migration Visa
The Skilled Migration Visa is for individuals with qualifications, skills, or experience in demand in Australia’s job market.
Eligibility: You must be under 45 years of age, meet English language requirements, and score at least 65 points on the Australian immigration points test.
Subclasses:
👉Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa): For individuals not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member.
👉Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa): Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory.
👉Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa): For individuals willing to live and work in regional Australia.
2. Family Migration Visa
The Family Migration Visa is designed for individuals who have family members, such as spouses, parents, or children, living in Australia.
Eligibility: You must have a relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Popular Subclasses:
👉Partner Visa (Subclass 820 and 801): For partners or spouses of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
👉Parent Visa (Subclass 103): For parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
👉Child Visa (Subclass 101): For children joining their parents in Australia.
3. Business and Investor Visa
The Business and Investor Visa is for entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors who wish to establish a business or invest in Australia.
Eligibility: Requires a substantial financial investment or ownership of an active business in Australia.
Subclasses:
👉Subclass 188 (Business Innovation and Investment Visa): A temporary visa that leads to permanent residency through the Subclass 888 visa.
👉Subclass 132 (Business Talent Visa): For high-level business owners looking to establish or develop a business in Australia.