Australia offers several visa options for skilled migrants and individuals seeking to work temporarily in the country. Here are some of the main visa categories:

Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189):

• • This visa is for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, a state, or territory government.
  • Requires meeting the points test based on factors like age, English proficiency, work experience, and qualifications.

2. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190):

• • This visa is for skilled workers who are nominated by a state or territory government.
  • Applicants must also meet the points test and be nominated by an Australian state or territory.

3. Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491):

• • Replaced the Subclass 489 visa.
  • For skilled workers who are nominated by a state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible relative living in a designated regional area.
  • Requires meeting the points test and committing to living and working in a designated regional area.

4. Skilled Employer sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494)

• The Subclass 494 visa is designed to address regional skill shortages in Australia by enabling skilled workers to live and work in designated regional areas of Australia. It is a provisional visa that leads to permanent residency through the Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa.

5. Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482):

• • For skilled workers nominated by an approved sponsor for a position that cannot be filled by an Australian worker.
  • Divided into short-term (up to 2 years) and medium-term (up to 4 years) streams.

6. Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Subclass 186):

• • For skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer in regional Australia or anywhere in Australia.
  • Offers permanent residency to eligible applicants.

7. Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 188/888):

• • For individuals who want to own and manage a new or existing business in Australia or make a designated investment in an Australian state or territory.

8. Student Visa (Subclass 500):

• • Allows international students to study in Australia for the duration of their course.
  • Permits limited work rights to supplement income.

9. Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417 and 462):

• • Allows young adults (18-30 years old, or 18-35 for some countries) to have an extended holiday in Australia and work for up to 12 months with one employer.

Each visa category has specific eligibility criteria, application processes, and conditions that applicants must meet. It’s crucial to thoroughly research each visa type to determine which one best suit your circumstances and goals.