Invest Victoria

Migration and visas

Setting up a business in Victoria is an exciting opportunity, and understanding the visa options available is crucial to making your transition smooth and successful.

All international business people, their staff and family require visa's to live or work in Australia.

Australia offers a variety of visas to accommodate your business needs and support your staff and family.

The Department of Home Affairs

The Australian Government Department of Home Affairs is responsible for all visa applications and processing.

For detailed information on each visa below, eligibility criteria, and the application process, visit the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website.

Global Talent visas

Visas for people who have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in an eligible field, including Global Talent pathway and Distinguished Talent pathway applicants.

Global Talent visa (subclass 858) - Nomination needed

Skilled migration visas

Visas for skilled migrants to live and work in Australia.

Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 187) - Employer sponsorship needed
Skilled independent visa (subclass 189)
Skilled nominated visa (subclass 190) - State or Territory Government nomination needed
Skilled Regional visa (subclass 887)
Skilled Work Regional (provisional visa (subclass 491) - State or Territory Government nomination needed

Temporary work visas

A temporary work visa lets you come to Australia to work on a temporary basis. There might be visa conditions on your visa that only allows specific work or work with a certain employer.

A provisional visa is also a temporary visa that provides a permanent pathway. You may be able to apply for the permanent visa related to the provisional visa.

This is a list of Temporary work visas available. If you are unsure which visa is right for you use the Visa Finder.