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Visa sponsorship work
I’m a land Surveyor looking for visa sponsorship work
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Hi Chris and welcome. 🙂
Would you say your role is aligned with the activities defined here?
Please confirm as this will help me better understand your options.
Regards
Mark
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1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, 2013, Version 1.2
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Hi Mark,
I once had a company who is ready to give a job if I get a visa.
Getting visa is very difficult, is there anything agents that can offer help me in getting a visa.
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Hi Chris, if you are applying for a visa independently of a sponsor, how many points do you currently qualify for?
Here’s a useful calculator: https://gettingdownunder.com/australian-migration-points-calculator/
I appreciate the process isn’t easy. Have you considered engaging with a migration agent? For some people this is the easier option as they manage the process for you (though this obviously comes at a cost 💲).
Regards
Mark
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About 55 points
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Thank you for confirming, Chris.
So, to qualify for an Australian Independent Visa, you need a minimum of 65 points.
With the Australian points calculations, there are some areas where you can gain extra points, such as English language Thresholds or qualifications. There are other areas, however, that you can’t influence, such as your age. I’m unsure how much scope you might have to increase your points, in this instance?
In isolation from that, sponsorship might be the area to focus on for now.
What has your job search strategy been so far?
regards
Mark
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Yes is aligned
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Hello againb Chris – Land Surveyor (ANZSCO 232212) is on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), which means you have multiple visa pathways available to move to Australia. Below is a high-level overview of your options:
1. General Skilled Migration (Points-Tested Visas)
Since Land Surveyor is on the MLTSSL, you may qualify for the following independent or state-nominated visas:
Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa (Permanent Residency)
✅ No employer sponsorship or state nomination required.
✅ You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect and meet the points requirement.
✅ The higher your points (based on age, experience, qualifications, English ability, etc.), the better your chance of receiving an invitation.Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa (Permanent Residency)
✅ Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory government.
✅ You’ll receive 5 extra points for state nomination.
✅ Each state has its own criteria—some require offshore applicants to meet specific work experience or licensing conditions.Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional Visa (5-Year Provisional)
✅ Requires nomination by a regional state/territory or family sponsorship (if you have eligible relatives in a regional area).
✅ Offers 15 extra points for nomination.
✅ Leads to permanent residency (Subclass 191) after 3 years of living and working in a regional area.👉 What you should do next:
- Check your points score using the DHA points calculator.
- Look at state nomination programs (Victoria, NSW, WA, SA, etc.) to see their criteria for Land Surveyors.
- Submit an EOI in SkillSelect and indicate your preferred visa options.
2. Employer-Sponsored Visa Pathway
If you have an Australian employer willing to sponsor you, you can apply for:
Subclass 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa
✅ Requires a job offer from an Australian employer.
✅ Land Surveyor is on the MLTSSL, so you can be sponsored for up to 4 years.
✅ Can lead to permanent residency via the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) after 3 years.Subclass 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme (Direct Entry)
✅ If you have at least 3 years of relevant experience, an employer can directly sponsor you for PR.
✅ You must complete a skills assessment (see below).👉 What you should do next:
- Start applying for Land Surveyor jobs in Australia (Seek, Indeed, https://482jobs.com).
- Connect with Australian companies in surveying, engineering, and construction.
3. Skills Assessment Requirement
- You must complete a skills assessment through the Geospatial Council of Australia.
- This is a mandatory step for Skilled Migration (189/190/491) and Employer-Sponsored PR (186 Direct Entry).
- The assessment checks your qualifications and work experience to confirm they meet Australian standards.
- More details: https://geospatialcouncil.org.au/migration/
4. Regional Australia Can Be a Great Option
- Land Surveyors are in high demand in regional areas due to infrastructure, mining, and development projects.
- States like Western Australia, South Australia, and regional Queensland often sponsor surveyors under 491 and 190 visas.
Final Recommendations
✅ Check your points for 189, 190, and 491 visas.
✅ Look for state nomination options.
✅ Apply for jobs with employer sponsorship.
✅ Start your skills assessment with SSSI.
✅ Consider regional Australia, where demand is higher.I hope this helps Chris. Please let me know if you have any further questions once you have absorbed the above information, 😊
All the best
Mark
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Hi
I’m still in the dark if I can get a good visa application agent
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Hi Chris, sorry, it wasn’t clear you were looking for details. We do have a registered Australian Migration agent we partner with but their initial assessment fee is approx $100 AUD. The intention of this assessment is to review your case and map out potential visa options for you. Should you choose to sign up for their services after this assessment they will agree the fees directly with you to process your paperwork and visa applications on your behalf.
If this is what you were looking for, please let me know.
If this is not what you were looking for. Also let me know. 🙂
Regards
Mark
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Hi again, Chris; I have sent you a private message with more details about the migration agent assessment service we partner with. Hope this helps, any questions please feel free to reply to my message or reply here on our forums 👍🏼😊
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Good to see you again Chris and thanks for confirming. 🙂
It’s night time here in Oz so let me confirm their availability for scheduling tomorrow morning and I’ll forward you a link to organise your booking.
All the best
Mark
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This reply was modified 2 months ago by Mark.
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Hi Chris, you should have received a notification? Please see the My Messages link in the menu or click here to view your inbox 🙂👍🏻
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