How does the 457 visa work in Australia?
How does the 457 visa work in Australia?
The Australian Subclass 457 Work Visa allows Australian and overseas employers to sponsor an immigrant worker to enter Australia for up to 4 years in order to engage in skilled work. The visa holder’s family members can also gain entry to Australia, and may work and/or study during their stay.
Can a subclass 457 visa holder move to another country?
Australia does not cap the number of applicants from any one country. Can temporary workers move freely between employers and locations? As with Australians and permanent residents, subclass 457 visa holders and their families are free to move between employers, states and regional or non-regional locations.
Can you rent an apartment with a 457 visa?
So don’t panic if things get down to the wire, the temporary holiday visa will get you into the country and give you time to find an apartment before your 457 visa comes through. Be aware though that the real estate agent will need that 457 visa asap to rent you an apartment as you cannot sign a lease without it.
Is it possible to change employer on 457 visa?
Yes, you can change employers but you have to find an employer that can take over your visa sponsorship. You also only have 90 days to find a new employer willing to do so. With a 457 visa, eligible dependents, spouse or de facto partners, are able to work and study in Australia without worry about their visa status.
Why do we need sponsorship for subclass 457 visa?
Sponsorship obligations apply to all sponsors of subclass 457 visa holders. They are in place to ensure that overseas skilled workers are protected from exploitation, and that the subclass 457 visa programme is being used to meet genuine skills shortages, and not to undercut local labour wages and conditions.
How old do you have to be to get a 457 visa?
He or she should be below 45 years to avail the 457 visa. He or she should have at least 2 years of work experience in his or her skilled employment. He or she should take up a professional English test. He or she should ensure that his or her taxes match with the Australia Tax Office records.
Can a 457 visa be cancelled if you change employer?
If you start working for your proposed new employer or in your new occupation before the nomination is approved, you will be in breach of visa condition 8107 and your subclass 457 visa might be cancelled. The approval of a new nomination only allows you to change your employer or occupation.
What do I need to know about my work visa in Australia?
To check the visa conditions and expiry date of your visa, refer to VEVO. All employees in Australia are covered by the Fair Work Act 2009. This includes you as a subclass 457 visa holders. For more information, see Workplace rights for all visa holders working in Australia.
What happens if you work on a 457 / 482 Visa?
In addition, sponsors are obliged to ensure that the 457/482 visa holder works in the nominated occupation. If you are found working in a different occupation, your visa may be cancelled and your sponsor may become subject to sanctions affecting their ability to sponsor workers in future.
What to do if your 457 visa expires?
If your 457 visa is about to expire, but you want to remain in the same position with the same employer, your employer will need to nominate you again under the new 482 (TSS) visa. This is provided that your occupation is on either the short term or medium/long term occupation list.