Employer Sponsored Visas

I want to continue expanding my career in Australia

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Found an employer who wants to keep you in Australia?
An Employer Sponsored Visa could be your pathway to continuing your Australian adventure while building a long-term career.

Apply now

Many people arrive in Australia on a Working Holiday Visa, Student Visa, or temporary visa and eventually find an employer who recognises their skills and wants them to stay. Employer sponsorship can provide an exciting opportunity to continue living and working in Australia while pursuing your professional goals.

The process can feel complicated, with sponsorship requirements, occupation eligibility, employer obligations and visa pathways all playing an important role.

At Drift Visa, we're here to help you understand your options, navigate the process with confidence, and connect you with trusted migration professionals who can guide both you and your employer through the journey.

Who is this
visa for?

This pathway may be right for you if:

✓ An Australian employer wants to hire or retain you

✓ You have skills and experience that are valuable to Australian businesses

✓ You're currently living in Australia and want to stay longer

✓ You're looking for a pathway towards permanent residency

✓ You're ready to turn a job opportunity into a long-term future

Common Employer Sponsored Pathways

  • Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)

  • Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)

  • Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494)

Australia doesn't just need travellers.

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It needs talented people ready to build careers, contribute to communities, and create a future here.

Your next opportunity could be closer than you think.

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Start your next chapter.

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Your skills could take you further.