[Mark]

Welcome to our community Tirosheni

Navigating the pathway to migrate to Australia as a registered nurse involves evaluating both employer-sponsored visas and independent skilled migration options. Here’s a breakdown to assist you:

1. Employer-Sponsored Visas:

Given your 8 years of nursing experience and AHPRA registration, you’re a strong candidate for employer sponsorship. Many Australian healthcare employers offer sponsorship to qualified nurses. For instance, platforms our own at https://482jobs.com have over 400 listings for nurse roles offering visa sponsorship.

Pros of this approach:

• Job Security: Securing a position before migrating ensures immediate employment upon arrival.

• Support: Employers often assist with relocation and settlement processes.

Cons of this approach

• Commitment: You’re typically required to work with the sponsoring employer for a specified period.

• Location Constraints: You may need to reside in a particular area based on the job location.

2. Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189):

This visa allows skilled workers to live and work anywhere in Australia without employer sponsorship. Registered nurses are listed on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List, making you eligible to apply.

Pros:

• Flexibility: Freedom to choose your employer and location.

• Permanent Residency: Grants immediate permanent resident status upon approval.

Cons:

• Processing Time: The application process can be lengthy and competitive.

• Points Requirement: You must meet the points threshold based on factors like age, English proficiency, and work experience.

Recommendation:

Considering your qualifications and experience, applying for the Subclass 189 visa could be advantageous due to the autonomy and permanent residency it offers. However, given the competitive nature and processing times, simultaneously exploring employer-sponsored opportunities can provide a safety net and potentially expedite your migration process.

It’s also worth noting that the Australian government is implementing measures to expedite the registration of qualified nurses from overseas, aiming to address workforce shortages.

Happy to help with any additional questions you might have about any of the next steps

All the best

Mark

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no problems at all – I hope you found it useful, feel free to ask any further questions either in this thread or a new post 😊

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[Mark]

Hi Zarah, I’m Mark from Australia, and I’m also glad you are here 😊

Thanks for introducing yourself. I understand that waiting for your Subclass 190 visa can be a challenging and uncertain time. Processing times for this visa can vary, with some applicants experiencing waits of up to 18 months.😣

A few suggestions that might help.

• Stay Informed: I’m sure you do this almost every day anyway however, regularly check the Department of Home Affairs’ visa processing times guide for updates to see how they are tracking.

• Connect with Community: Engaging with local Iranian communities in Australia, which can provide support and valuable insights. I did some googling and found organisations like the Australian Iranian Society of Victoria and the Iranian Society of Queensland that offer cultural and social services that might be beneficial to you.

• Connect with other Oz Visa Forum members: As our community at Oz Visa Forum continues to grow (we are only 3 weeks old 🐣), I also hope we’ll see more Iranians here you can connect. Checking on our members page, if you search our members and filter by ocation, you’ll find a few other members from Iran who have already registered. You can also filter results even more by visa class to find other people from the same country applying for the same visa as you.

• Prepare for Your Move: Use this time to research South Australia’s lifestyle, job market, and housing options. This preparation can ease your transition once your visa is granted.

It won’t make you feel any better, but it took me almost 3.5 years to move out here from the point of deciding to go for it to having our visa granted. Almost 20 years later, I can, however, guarantee you that the wait is worth it.

Happy to help where we can Zahra and welcome once again

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Hello Mahnoor, and welcome to Oz Visa Forum

As an AHPRA-registered physiotherapist, you’re well-placed to explore both sponsored employment opportunities and various immigration pathways in Australia. Here’s a comprehensive guide to assist you:

1. Seeking Sponsored Physiotherapist Positions:

Australia has a demand for qualified physiotherapists, and many employers are open to sponsoring international candidates. To find such opportunities:

• Job Portals: Regularly visit reputable job platforms like our own at 482jobs.com (dedicated to sponsored positions), SEEK (seek.com.au), and Indeed (au.indeed.com)). As seek and indeed post both sponsored and non-sponsored jobs, consider using keywords such as “physiotherapist sponsorship” to filter relevant listings.

• Networking: Engage with Australian physiotherapy associations and attend industry events or webinars. Building a professional network can lead to potential job leads and sponsorship offers.

• Direct Applications: Some healthcare providers and clinics may not advertise sponsorship opportunities but are open to sponsoring the right candidate. Consider reaching out directly to express your interest.

2. Immigration Pathways:

Beyond employer sponsorship, there are several visa options also available to you:

• Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): This is a points-based visa for individuals who do not require sponsorship. Given that physiotherapists are listed on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List, you may be eligible.

• Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): This visa requires nomination by an Australian state or territory. Each state has its own criteria and demand for physiotherapists.

• Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491): This is a provisional visa for skilled workers willing to live and work in regional Australia. It requires either state nomination or sponsorship by an eligible family member residing in a designated regional area.

3. Skills Assessment:

For most skilled visas, a positive skills assessment is mandatory. The Australian Physiotherapy Council (APC) is the designated authority for assessing overseas-qualified physiotherapists. Since you’re already AHPRA registered, you may have met some of the assessment requirements, but it’s advisable to confirm this with the APC.

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4. English Language Proficiency:

Ensure you meet the English language requirements for your chosen visa. Typically, this involves achieving a certain score on tests like IELTS or PTE Academic.

5. Expression of Interest (EOI):

For points-based visas, you must submit an EOI through the SkillSelect system. This process allows the Australian government to consider you for a skilled visa nomination.

I hope this helps; however, if you have any additional questions, please let me know.

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Hello Vimbayi, and welcome to Oz Visa Forum

VETASSESS advises that processing times can vary depending on the skills assessment program and other factors, such as whether all required documentary evidence has been provided.

The Approximate processing times are provided in the relevant Applicant Guidelines or different programs offered by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA).

Please see here for further information. If you have any further questions, let me know.

https://www.vetassess.com.au/current-processing-times

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

No worries, Patrick – please let me know if you have further questions as you continue along your migration journey.

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Best of luck, Jalal, and please stay connected! It would be great to hear some positive news from you.

When do you need to secure a job offer by based on your current deadlines?

[Mark]

Hi CA, for sponsorship, it really comes down to being able to convince the employer that you have the skills and experience to fulfil the jobs they are looking to fill.

If you feel confident you could secure a job in the financial planning & Wealth management field in your current country, then consider these opportunities as part of your Australia job search. 😊

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Hi Mathews, First, I’m so sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Since you posted this, we have had a flood of new members and questions, and I must have missed your post!

So, based on your background in Petroleum Geoscience, Content Moderation, and Data Annotation, your eligibility for an Australian work visa will depend on whether your skills align with a skilled occupation that qualifies for sponsorship.

1. Visa Sponsorship Based on Your Occupation

Your occupation must be on the Skilled Occupation List (STSOL/MLTSSL) and meet visa requirements, such as skills assessment, English proficiency, and relevant work experience, to be eligible for employer sponsorship.

Petroleum Geoscientist (ANZSCO 234412) – Eligible for Visa Sponsorship!
Your role as a Petroleum Geoscientist is on the Medium and Long-Term Skilled Occupation List (MLTSSL), which means you have strong pathways to permanent residency (PR) through both employer-sponsored visas and skilled migration.

Content Moderation & Data Annotation – Not on Skilled Lists
Unfortunately, these roles are not considered skilled occupations, so they do not qualify for visa sponsorship. Your best option is to focus on Petroleum Geoscience, where sponsorship is available.

2. Visa Options for Petroleum Geoscientists

Employer-Sponsored Visas (Requires a Job Offer)

• Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482 – Medium-Term Stream) → Requires an Australian employer to sponsor you, allows work for up to 4 years, and offers a pathway to PR.
• Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494) → Employer sponsorship in regional areas, with PR eligibility after 3 years.
• Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186 – Direct Entry Stream) → If an employer is willing to sponsor you for PR immediately, this could be an option.

Skilled Migration (No Job Offer Required, Points-Based)
If you don’t have an employer sponsor, you can apply through points-based skilled migration:

• Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) → PR pathway but requires a high points score.
• Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) → PR pathway with state nomination.
• Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) → A 5-year provisional visa, with PR eligibility after 3 years.

Skills Assessment: You will need a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS or Engineers Australia (depending on the specific job role you apply under).

3. How to Find Sponsorship in Petroleum Geoscience

Since employer sponsorship is key, here are some steps to improve your chances:

• Search for sponsored jobs on 482jobs.com (visa-sponsored roles only).
• Apply for roles on Seek.com.au & LinkedIn – Look for job ads mentioning “visa sponsorship available.”
• Network with Australian companies in oil & gas, such as Woodside, Santos, BHP, Chevron, and Origin Energy.
• Consider regional areas – Employers in regional locations are often more open to sponsorship.

4. Next Steps for You

1. Focus on Petroleum Geoscience, as it qualifies for visa sponsorship.
2. Check the skills assessment process (VETASSESS or Engineers Australia).
3. Start applying for sponsored jobs in the Australian oil & gas industry.
4. Consider state nomination under a skilled migration visa.

I hope this helps, Mathews. I’m sorry again for the delay. Let me know if you have any further questions.

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community Jae! 😊

To begin with, what type of timescale are you looking at when moving to Australia or potentially retraining?

At the time of typing, I’m afraid Cosmetology and Warehousing Roles are not on the skilled occupation lists, so occupations in these fields will not qualify for visa sponsorship.

Since warehouse and cosmetology roles are not on the Skilled Lists, your best bet would be to transition to hospitality, where sponsorship opportunities are more common. Some eligible occupations include:

• Chef (ANZSCO 351311) – Strong PR Pathway
• Restaurant Manager (ANZSCO 141111) – Employer Sponsorship Available
• Hotel Manager (ANZSCO 141311) – PR Opportunities Available

Is doing this a realistic option for you? 🤔

Please let me know if you have further questions and I’d be happy to help

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Hi Samuel,

Welcome to our community and that’s a good question! If you’re looking for legitimate pathways to work in Australia, you’ll need to go through an approved visa process.

Your eligibility depends on your occupation, qualifications, and work experience.

Legitimate Websites for Finding Sponsored Jobs in Australia

If you’re looking for employers willing to sponsor overseas workers, here are some trusted job sites:

• 482jobs.com – A job board dedicated to visa-sponsored roles in Australia (we also run this website)
• jobsearch.gov.au – The official Australian Government job search site.
• seek.com.au – Australia’s biggest job board (filter by ‘visa sponsorship’ in search).
• LinkedIn Jobs – Many Australian companies post sponsored roles here.

The approach depends on your occupation. Can you provide me with a little more information about what you do and the type of jobs you would be looking for in Australia?

Regards

Mark

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Hi Duncan,

Welcome to the forum! Based on your qualifications and experience, you do have visa options for Australia. The occupation Occupational Health and Safety Adviser (ANZSCO 251312) is currently on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), which means that you may be eligible for both skilled migration and employer-sponsored visa pathways.

Visa Options Available for You1. Skilled Migration Pathways (Points-Tested Visas)

These visas require you to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect and be invited by a state or territory:

• Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) – Requires state nomination and provides permanent residency (PR).
• Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) – A 5-year provisional visa requiring state or regional nomination, with a pathway to PR.

Next Step: You’ll need a skills assessment through VETASSESS to check if you meet the points requirement.

2. Employer-Sponsored Visas (Job Offer Required)

If you secure a job offer from an Australian employer, these visas could be an option:

• Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482—Short-Term Stream): This visa requires an employer sponsor and is initially valid for up to 2 years. It has a one-time renewal but no direct PR pathway.
• Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Subclass 494) – For regional jobs, leading to PR after 3 years.
• Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187) – Employer-sponsored PR in regional areas.
• Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186 – Transition Pathway) – If you work on a 482 visa with the same employer for at least 3 years, you may transition to PR.

Next Step:

Focus on finding sponsoring employers, particularly in regional areas.

3. Training Visa (Subclass 407)

This visa allows you to work for an employer in a structured training program if you want to gain additional experience or workplace training.

Next Steps: Finding a Job with Visa Sponsorship

Since employer sponsorship is a key factor, here’s what you can do:

• Check Australian job boards like 482jobs.com for visa-sponsored roles.
• Look into state nomination criteria for the 190 or 491 visa to see which states are sponsoring OHS Advisers.
• Network with Australian employers on LinkedIn and directly contact companies in OHS & Risk Management industries.
• Consider regional opportunities, as regional employers are often more open to sponsorship.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to let me know how I can help!

Cheers,

Mark

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[Mark]

Welcome to our community Patrick

Accountants qualifies, although there is a lot of completion for sponsored accountant roles here in Australia

Have a look at my exchange with @hafi here as I covered quote a few of the options.

https://ozvisaforum.com/discussion/skilled-immigration/

Once reviewed, please let me know if you have any further clarification questions that might be more specific to your background

All the best

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Shiva,

Thanks for confirming your ANZSCO code! Based on Insurance Agent (ANZSCO 611211) being on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), you do have some visa options, but it’s important to understand the requirements and pathways available.

Visa Options Available for You

1. Skilled Migration Pathways (Points-Tested Visas)
   These require you to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect and be invited by a state or territory:

   • Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) – Requires state nomination and provides permanent residency (PR).
   • Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491) – A provisional visa requiring state or regional nomination. Leads to PR after meeting eligibility criteria.

You’ll need a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS and a competitive points score to receive an invitation to the above visa types.

1. Employer-Sponsored Visas (Job Offer Required)
   If you can secure a job offer, you may be eligible for:

   • Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482 – Short-Term Stream) – Employer-sponsored, up to two years, with a potential one-time renewal but no direct PR pathway.
   • Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Subclass 494) – For regional jobs. Provides a pathway to PR after three years.
   • Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187) – Requires employer nomination in a regional area.

The key challenge is finding an employer willing to sponsor you.

1. Training Visa (Subclass 407)
   If you need more experience or structured training, this visa lets you undertake workplace-based training with an approved employer.

Next Steps: Finding a Job in Australia

Since you’re looking for job assistance, I’d recommend:

• Checking job boards like 482jobs.com (where employers offer visa sponsorship) or seek.com.au adding sponsorship to your search terms to help narrow the jobs down.
• Networked on LinkedIn and contacted companies directly in the insurance industry.
• Exploring state nomination options (each state has different criteria for occupations on the STSOL).
• Consider regional jobs, as some regions actively sponsor candidates in your field.

Please let me know if you have any further questions and I’ll be happy to help where I can!

Cheers,
Mark

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