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RELOCATING TO AUSTRALIA
I would like advice on relocating to Australia.
I possess a comprehensive understanding farming and livestock , having worked as a farm worker for the past five years. I have experience with cultivating crops, livestock management, and the maintenance of farm equipment. My ability to effectively communicate with my team, manage multiple tasks at once, and maintain a safe working environment are some of my key strengths.
In addition to my agricultural experience, I am highly knowledgeable in the area of animal care and have experience with a variety of breeds and species. I am familiar with all the necessary safety protocols and have a good working knowledge of the laws and regulations associated with animal care. I am also proficient in administering medications, vaccinations, and other related treatments
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Hi Addey,
Welcome to the forum 🙂!
Australia has strong demand for skilled agricultural workers, and there may be visa pathways available to you.
Visa Options
Based on your experience, here are two main visa pathways to consider:
1. Employer-Sponsored Visa (Subclass 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage Visa)
You would need a job offer from an Australian employer willing to sponsor you.
Your occupation might fall under ANZSCO 121399 – Livestock Farmers (nec) if you have extensive experience in managing farms, or ANZSCO 841599 – Farm Workers (nec) if you are looking for general farm work.
Employers in regional areas often struggle to find workers and may be open to sponsorship.
2. Skilled Visa Pathways (Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional Visa)
ANZSCO 121399 – Livestock Farmers (nec) is on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), making it eligible for skilled migration under the Subclass 491 visa.
Some Australian states or territories may offer nomination for this occupation, so checking state occupation lists is recommended.
Unfortunately, ANZSCO 841599 – Farm Workers (nec) is not on the skilled occupation lists, meaning fewer visa options under skilled migration programs.
Finding Sponsored Jobs
To find employers offering visa sponsorship, I recommend these websites:
https://482jobs.com – All jobs listed here are confirmed to offer visa sponsorship.
Seek.com.au and Indeed.com.au – Use search terms like visa sponsorship or farm worker sponsorship to filter results.
Next Steps
Research visa requirements on the Home Affairs website.
Start applying for jobs that offer sponsorship.
Consider reaching out to regional farms directly, as many prefer hiring skilled workers from overseas.
Check if specific states or territories have nomination programs for Livestock Farmers (nec) on their occupation lists.
Let me know if you need further guidance! 🙂
Best regards,
Mark
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Hello Mark,
Very glad for your response,
Please can have specific agent or organization that can sponsor my visa permit in Australia ?
Please advice.
Addey
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Hello Addey,
There are different approaches when applying for the different visas.
Applying for a 482 Visa
This is where the job websites I shared come in (482jobs, seek or indeed).
Search these websites just as you would search to try and find farming jobs in your own country but search 482jobs (all jobs listed there offer sponsorship) or add the “sponsorship” filters to seek and indeed to try and highlight farming jobs in Australia offering Visa sponsorship.
Once you find a suitable job and secure an interview and job offer, the employer will be able to nominate you for a sponsored visa.
Applying for a 491 Visa
1. Check Your Occupation
Your occupation, ANZSCO 121399 – Livestock Farmers (nec), is on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), which means you may be eligible for the 491 visa.
Each Australian state and territory has its own skilled occupation list. You need to check which state is currently offering nomination for Livestock Farmers (nec).
2. Check State Nomination Requirements
Visit the migration websites of Australian states (e.g., South Australia, Queensland, or Western Australia) to see if they are accepting applications for Livestock Farmers (nec).
Each state has different criteria, such as:
- Work experience requirements
- Job offers from regional employers
- Proof of funds
- English language proficiency
3. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect
You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Australian government’s SkillSelect system (SkillSelect).
You will be assigned points based on factors like age, work experience, qualifications, and English skills.
4. Wait for Nomination or Invitation
If a state or territory selects your EOI, they will invite you to apply for nomination.
Once nominated, you receive an invitation to apply from the Department of Home Affairs.
5. Apply for the 491 Visa
After receiving an invitation, you must lodge your Subclass 491 visa application within 60 days.
You’ll need to provide documents such as:
- Skills assessment (if required)
- Work experience evidence
- English test results
- Health and character checks
6. Receive Your Visa and Move to a Regional Area
If approved, the 491 visa allows you to live and work in regional Australia for up to 5 years.
After 3 years of living and working in a regional area, you may be eligible for permanent residency (Subclass 191 visa).
A Google will probably give you most of the information you need, however please let me know if you need help finding which states currently have this occupation on their nomination list, or if you have any further questions 🙂
Best regards,
Mark
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