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186 Employer Nomination Visa

186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa

The Australia Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Subclass 186) is a significant pathway for skilled workers seeking Permanent Residency in Australia through employer sponsorship. This visa category allows Australian employers to nominate foreign workers for Permanent Residency based on the employee’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

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186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa

The Australia Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Subclass 186) is a significant pathway for skilled workers seeking permanent residency in Australia through employer sponsorship. This visa category allows Australian employers to nominate foreign workers for permanent residency based on the employee’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

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Requirements To Apply For A Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)

To be eligible for the Subclass 186 visa, applicants need to meet specific criteria related to their occupation, skills, qualifications, and English language proficiency. They also need to be nominated by an eligible employer who demonstrates a genuine need for the position and complies with labour market testing requirements.

The Subclass 186 visa offers permanent residency status, allowing successful applicants and their families to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely. It provides access to healthcare, education, and social security benefits, similar to Australian citizens.

The 186 visa requires an employer nomination of skilled employment, and an acceptance for such employment in Australia.  The applicant must have all the relevant skills and work experience to fill the position.

Other 186 visa requirements include:

    • Being no more than 45 years of age.
    • Have sufficient English proficiency.
    • Be of good character and health.
    • Be nominated for an occupation on the Core Skills Occupation List.
    • Have a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience.
    • Hold a positive skills assessment before applying .

Types Of Subclass 186 Visa Streams

There are three streams for the 186 visa in Australia.

Direct Entry Stream

For applicants who have 3 years of relevant work experience of an occupation on the Core Skills Occupation List, and who have an offer from an employer in that field. You must also meet health and character requirements, and meet the minimum standards of English language proficiency.

Temporary Residence Transition Stream

For applicants who hold a subclass 457, 482 or eligible bridging visa, have completed at least two years of full-time sponsored employment, and have an approved nomination from an Australian employer within the six months before applying.

Labour Agreement Stream

For applicants who currently work, or will work, for a nominating employer who is party to a labour agreement. If the applicant is in Australia, they will need to meet the labour agreement’s specific requirements for age, skills, and English language proficiency.

How To Apply For A 186 Visa

To apply for a 186 Visa, contact Absolute Immigration.
Whether you are a business looking to sponsor a foreign worker, or an individual who has been sponsored by an employer, a discovery call with our experienced team will ensure you are receiving qualified and strategic advice.

Step 1

Once you reach out to Absolute Immigration, we set up a discovery call to understand what your needs are and what Visa best suits you.

Step 2

From there, we will send you a Strategy proposal outlining the steps we will take to assist you in getting a Visa for you to sign off on.

Step 3

Now our team leaps into action, following immigration pathways, taking care of the paperwork and helping you through the entire application process.

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You can reach our team via our support lines at 1300 227 658 or +61 3 9827 3721 or schedule a consultation through our Acuity Portal.

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You can get in touch with the team through our support email: aisupport@absoluteimmigration.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

It is a permanent visa type for Australian businesses to fill skills and experience shortfalls in their organisations by employing a relevantly skilled foreign worker. 

The 186 visa processing time varies depending on your visa stream. have a look at the visa processing times guide here for more accurate processing times.

This is a permanent visa type that can lead to permanent residency. applications: 16 Months

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