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Migration

Skilled visas

Help with skilled migration pathways, including points-tested and employer-sponsored options where applicable.

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Who this is for

For skilled workers, graduates and employers exploring visas based on occupation lists, skills assessment, sponsorship or state nomination.

When people come to us

  • You want to understand points-tested skilled migration requirements.
  • An employer is willing to sponsor you and you need legal guidance on the process.
  • You are awaiting skills assessment and need to align timing with an application.
  • Your occupation or state nomination rules have changed and you need updated advice.

How we can assist

  • Review occupation lists, skills assessing authorities and visa subclasses relevant to you.
  • Advise on Expression of Interest strategy for SkillSelect where applicable.
  • Prepare employer-sponsored nominations and visa applications.
  • Address health, character and dependent inclusion issues in your application.

How it usually works

  1. 01Skills, employment and qualification review.
  2. 02Pathway comparison (independent, nominated, sponsored).
  3. 03Coordination with skills assessment and English testing timelines.
  4. 04Application lodgement and case monitoring.

The steps and timing depend on your circumstances. We will explain what applies to you at the consultation.

Answers

Skilled visas: common questions

Do I need a skills assessment for every skilled visa?

Most skilled visas require assessment by the relevant authority for your occupation. Check current skilled occupation lists and requirements at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/.

Can an employer sponsor me if I am already in Australia?

Some sponsored visas require you to be offshore or onshore depending on subclass and nomination type. We assess your visa history before recommending a pathway.

Next step

Talk to us about your matter

Explore skilled visa pathways with our migration team.

This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Outcomes cannot be guaranteed, and the right approach depends on your circumstances and the law at the time.

Next step

Talk to us about your matter

Explore skilled visa pathways with our migration team.