Employer-sponsored visas

Employer-sponsored visas depend on both the employer and the worker meeting requirements.

What to do

• Problems often come from nomination issues, the occupation, pay level or sponsor compliance.
• If your employer changes or the job ends, your visa may be affected and time limits can be short.
• A refusal letter tells you whether review is available.

Documents to gather

• Your visa grant notice
• Employment contract and pay records
• Nomination approval
• Skills and English evidence
• Letters from the Department

Common questions

What if my employer stops sponsoring me?

Your visa may be affected. Get advice quickly, because options and time limits can be short.

Can I change employer?

Often yes, with a new nomination or application. Check your visa conditions first.

Registered agents near you

Enter your postcode to see the three closest registered migration agents on the public register. 4,846 agents are listed in Australia.

Other matters

A refusal letter explains why the delegate was not satisfied. It is not the end, but time limits are short.A cancellation can be a notice that cancellation is being considered, or a final decision. Which one you have changes what you can do.Section 501 lets the Minister or a delegate refuse or cancel a visa when a person does not pass the character test.A Protection visa is for people who fear serious harm if they return to their home country and who are in Australia.Student visa refusals often turn on genuine student requirements, financial capacity or English evidence.Skilled visa refusals often relate to skills assessments, points claims, English or nomination issues.Visitor visa refusals often relate to doubts about whether you will leave Australia or have enough funds.A bridging visa lets you stay lawfully in Australia while another visa application or review is decided.Citizenship refusals commonly relate to residence requirements, identity or character.The Administrative Review Tribunal reviews many visa decisions. Time limits are strict.

General information, not legal or migration advice. Rules, fees and deadlines change and every case is different. Check your own letters and speak to a registered migration agent or Australian legal practitioner before you act. Visa Wizard is not affiliated with the Department of Home Affairs, the Administrative Review Tribunal or OMARA.