[Mark]

Jae, that’s great to hear that you’re already applying for hospitality roles! 🙂

For Hotel Manager (ANZSCO 141311) and Restaurant Manager (ANZSCO 141111), while a formal degree isn’t always required, having strong industry experience can make a big difference in securing both a job and visa sponsorship. Employers often look for candidates with:

• A number of years of experience in a supervisory or management role
• Strong customer service and leadership skills
• A good understanding of business operations in the hospitality industry

To boost your chances:

Consider short courses or certifications in hospitality management (TAFE or RTOs in Australia offer recognised qualifications).

Target businesses that actively sponsor visas—you can find these on our website at 482jobs.com, as well as Seek (seek.com.au) and Indeed (indeed.com.au) by filtering for “visa sponsorship” roles.

If needed, you could start in a lower-level hospitality role and work your way up to a sponsorship opportunity. Many businesses in regional areas, especially, are open to this pathway.

Are there any particular roles or locations you’re focusing on? I’d be happy to guide you further!

Regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome Oswell, thank you so much for taking the time to introduce yourself. It’s great to have you here as a member of the Oz Visa Forum community. 🙂

I see you have already posted another thread which is great so let’s continue our conversation there.

All the best

Mark

[Mark]

Welcome, Oswell!

Thanks for introducing yourself! I’ve edited out your email address, as we discourage sharing personal details in a public forum for privacy reasons. If you’d like to share your email with someone, you can do so privately using the message option on Oz Visa Forum.

Now, onto your question! 🙂

Since you have a degree and 8+ years of experience in agriculture and livelihoods, there are a few potential visa pathways for you:

Skilled Migration (Independent or State-Sponsored):

If your occupation is on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), you might qualify for a Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) or a State Nominated Visa (subclass 190).

You’ll need a skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority for your occupation.

Employer-Sponsored Visas:

If you find an Australian employer willing to sponsor you, you could apply for a Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482) or a Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (subclass 494).

A good place to search for visa-sponsored jobs is 482jobs.com, where all listings confirm sponsorship. You can also check Seek and Indeed, though you may need to filter your search using terms like “visa sponsorship.”

Regional Pathways (DAMA):

Some regional areas in Australia offer sponsorship under a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), which has more flexible requirements. If your occupation is on a DAMA list, this could be an option.

The best approach depends on your specific occupation, your qualifications and whether your occupation is in demand. If you’d like more tailored advice, feel free to provide more detail around your current job scope so I can identify the appropriate occupation for Australia migration purposes.

Regards,

Mark

[Mark]

Hi James,

Welcome to the community! Thanks for introducing yourself. It’s great to hear you’re considering Australia as your destination. A Fitter and Turner is a solid trade, and there are various visa pathways that might suit you.

When you’re ready, feel free to post any specific questions you have about migration, skills assessments, or job opportunities. You can start a new topic here: https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

Looking forward to helping you on your journey!

Regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Gift,

Welcome to the community! 🙂

Heavy Duty Mechanics (ANZSCO 321212) are generally in quite high demand and are currently listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), which means there are multiple visa pathways available for migration.

To get started, you’ll typically need:

A skills assessment from Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) – https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au

English proficiency (usually IELTS or PTE)

A job offer with visa sponsorship (for employer-sponsored visas like the Subclass 482 or Subclass 186)

Alternatively, you can explore skilled independent visas like Subclass 189 or Subclass 190 if you meet the points requirement

For job searches with visa sponsorship, I recommend starting with our website at https://482jobs.com where all listed jobs offer Australia visa sponsorship. You can also check https://seek.com.au and https://indeed.com.au, but you may need to filter for “visa sponsorship” jobs.

Let me know if you would prefer to explore the options of the Subclass 189 or Subclass 190 which allow you to apply independently of a sponsor as the approach is quite different.

Looking forward to helping you on your journey!

Regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

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

[Mark]

Thank you Vishnu, I have sent you a private message here on Oz Visa Forum. 🙂

[Mark]

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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[Mark]

Hi Miriam. Great news on the degree 🙂

On the IELTS question. Since your husband was born and raised in the UK, he does not need to take an IELTS test for his CPA skills assessment.

CPA Australia, CAANZ, and IPA all exempt applicants from providing an English test if they hold a passport from the UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, or New Zealand.

However, while he doesn’t need IELTS for the skills assessment, taking an English test like IELTS or PTE (Pearson Test of English) can still be beneficial for visa points.

The General Skilled Migration (GSM) visas (Subclass 189, 190, 491) use a points-based system, and English proficiency contributes significantly:

Competent English (default for UK passport holders) – 0 points

Proficient English (IELTS 7 in each band or PTE 65) – +10 points

Superior English (IELTS 8 in each band or PTE 79) – +20 points 😳

See the article here for more info.

Since accounting is a highly competitive occupation, getting extra points through an English test can improve his chances of receiving an invitation for a skilled visa of applying independently of requiring a sponsor.

I hope this helps.

Best regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Miriam,

Thanks for reaching out and welcone to our community! Your husband’s experience in both accounting and as a light vehicle mechanic opens up a couple of different visa pathways, but there are some key considerations regarding qualifications and skills assessments.

Accounting Pathway

If your husband is aiming to migrate as an accountant, he would need a skills assessment from a recognised assessing authority such as CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), or IPA (Institute of Public Accountants).

Since he is only part-qualified, he may not meet the full assessment criteria. Generally, a bachelor’s degree in accounting (or closely related field) is required.

The occupation code for Management Accountant is ANZSCO 221112, and for General Accountant it is ANZSCO 221111. Both are currently on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), meaning there are more visa options available, such as:

Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) – No sponsorship required, but points-based.

Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) – State nomination required.

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) – Requires nomination by a state/territory or a family sponsor in a regional area.

Light Vehicle Mechanic Pathway

The Light Vehicle Mechanic occupation (ANZSCO 321211) is on the MLTSSL, making it eligible for skilled visas.

However, he would need to complete a skills assessment through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). Since he doesn’t have formal qualifications, he may be able to apply for a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process to demonstrate his experience.

One option could be the Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP), where he provides evidence of work experience, training, and practical skills.

If successful, this could lead to the same visa pathways as accounting (189, 190, 491).

Employer-Sponsored Visa (482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa)

If he can secure a job offer from an Australian employer willing to sponsor him, he may be eligible for a subclass 482 visa (TSS visa) under the Light Vehicle Mechanic occupation.

He would still need to pass a skills assessment (unless exempt).

A good place to search for employer-sponsored jobs is https://482jobs.com, which focuses on visa sponsorship opportunities.

Which Path is Best?

If he can complete his accounting qualification, this could (in theory) be a better long-term option due to broader visa choices and career growth. I add the “in theory” part as its also a very competitive occupation. One of our members @ddt has shared some of her recent struggles securing an opportunity in this space.

On light vehicles, since light vehicle mechanics are in high demand and his experience is strong, he might be able to get a skills assessment and find employer sponsorship more easily.

Feel free to let me know if you would like help finding skills assessment options or job search resources?

Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions.

Best regards,

Mark

[Mark]

Hi Jay,

It’s great news that the ICT Security Specialist (ANZSCO 262112) is on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). This means you have several visa options, including employer-sponsored and independent skilled migration pathways.

Visa Options for You

1. Employer-Sponsored Pathways

Since your occupation is on the MLTSSL, you are eligible for:

• Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Medium-Term Stream)
  • Requires an employer willing to sponsor you.
  • Can be renewed indefinitely while working with the sponsor.
  • Provides a pathway to permanent residency via the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa after three years.
• Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Direct Entry Stream)
  • Requires employer sponsorship but grants permanent residency (PR) immediately.
  • Requires a skills assessment and at least three years of relevant work experience.

2. Independent or State-Sponsored Pathways

Since your occupation is on the MLTSSL, you may also consider:

• Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa (No state or employer sponsorship required)
• Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa (Requires state nomination but provides PR)
• Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Requires regional state nomination but provides a PR pathway)

Suggested Next Steps

1. Check Job Opportunities
   • Explore 482jobs.com for employer-sponsored jobs (all listings confirm visa sponsorship).
   • Use Seek and Indeed but filter for “visa sponsorship.”
2. Get a Skills Assessment
   • ICT Security Specialists need a skills assessment from the Australian Computer Society (ACS): https://www.acs.org.au
3. Prepare for English Proficiency Tests
   • Most visas require an IELTS (minimum 6.0 in each band) or equivalent test like PTE or TOEFL.
4. Check State Nomination Options (If Considering PR)
   • Some states may offer extra points or sponsorship for Subclass 190 or 491 visas.

Please let me know if you have any further questions.

Regards,
Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community Adekunle 😊

As a Carpenter and Cabinet Maker, you may be eligible for visa sponsorship under Australia’s skilled migration program, particularly under the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482) or the Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (SESR) visa (subclass 494) if you find an employer willing to sponsor you.

Steps to Find a Sponsor

1. Search for Sponsored Jobs

   • 482jobs.com – A great starting (one of our own sites) for visa sponsorship jobs as all listings offer visa sponsorship.
   • Seek Australia – Use keywords like “482 visa sponsorship” or “Carpenter sponsor.”
   • Indeed Australia – Similar to Seek, refine your search for sponsorship opportunities.

2. Meet Skill & Licensing Requirements

   • Your occupation falls under ANZSCO 331212 (Carpenter) or ANZSCO 394111 (Cabinetmaker).
   • You may need a skills assessment through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA): https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au.
   • Some states require a trade license to work in Australia as a carpenter.

3. Apply for Jobs & Approach Employers

   • Contact construction companies, furniture manufacturers, and home builders.
   • Highlight your experience, qualifications, and willingness to relocate with a valid visa.
   • Use LinkedIn and networking to connect with potential employers.

4. Consider Regional Sponsorship (Subclass 494)

   • More employers will likely sponsor you if you are open to working in regional Australia.

Alternative Visa Pathways

If you do not find employer sponsorship, you can check the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program, which includes:

• Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) (if your occupation is on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)).
• Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) (requires state nomination).
• Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) (requires state or regional nomination).

If you need more guidance, feel free to ask. Good luck with your job search!

Regards,
Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Jay, and welcome to our community. 🙂

To give you the best guidance, I need to know your specific occupation. Could you share your job title or field of expertise?

Australia has different occupation lists:

Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) – Allows pathways to permanent residency.

Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) – Suitable for temporary work visas like the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa but with limited permanent residency options.

Regional Occupation List (ROL) – Provides opportunities in designated regional areas.

Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) – A special scheme for regional areas with relaxed requirements for certain jobs.

If your occupation is on one of these lists, employer sponsorship is possible. Let me know your job role, and I’ll check the most suitable visa options for you!

Looking forward to your response. In the interim, I’d also encourage you to review the exchanges in other posts and connect to other members who also share a similar background by viewing the search results for here.

Regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

This is good to hear Himal, please keep in touch and let us know if you need further support. We are here to help you where we can 🙂

[Mark]

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