Employment Nomination Scheme 186 Visa

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The Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) visa is a permanent residency visa that allows skilled workers to live and work in Australia after being nominated by an approved employer. It is designed to help Australian businesses retain highly skilled employees while offering overseas workers the security of a permanent visa.

 

This visa has three streams: the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) Stream, for applicants who have worked with their employer on a qualifying temporary visa for a set period; the Direct Entry Stream, for applicants who meet skills, English, and work experience requirements and are nominated for an occupation on the relevant list; and the Labour Agreement Stream, available when the sponsoring employer has an approved labour agreement with the Australian Government.

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Each stream has its own eligibility criteria relating to work history, occupation, and sponsorship obligations, but all require the nominating business to demonstrate a genuine need for the position and to offer terms and conditions of employment equivalent to those provided to Australian workers. At Christie Migration Agents, we assist both employers and applicants in preparing strong, compliant applications under the 186 visa program. From assessing eligibility and preparing nomination documents to managing visa lodgement and communication with the Department of Home Affairs, we ensure every step is handled with care and expertise.

 

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