Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186): summary

The 186 is a permanent visa for skilled workers whose Australian employer nominates them for a full-time role. It has three streams: Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition (for current Skills in Demand or 457 holders) and Labour Agreement. The employer's nomination, and a salary at or above the Core Skills Income Threshold, are what matter most.

The process in brief: Check stream and eligibility → Get a skills assessment (if needed) → Employer lodges the nomination → Applicant lodges the visa application → Health and character checks → Decision and start work.

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