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To ensure that your application is processed as quickly as possible, you should include all of the documents needed to make a complete application. If you do not have all of these documents and you need to lodge your application urgently, you must ensure that you meet the minimum requirements to apply for this visa.
See: What you need to apply for this visa
Complete applications
Complete applications are likely to be processed more quickly. A complete application meets all requirements for this visa, with all required documents attached as evidence. Incomplete applications may be delayed or, in some cases, refused.
See: Document checklist 485 (65KB PDF file)
How to apply
You can apply online, by post or by courier.
See:
Online applications
Applying by post or courier
Application processing
Electronic lodgement
If you decide to lodge your application online, it will be processed by the Brisbane Skilled Processing Centre (BSPC).
To attach additional documentation to your online application following lodgement, you can do this either:
- on the department’s website
See: Electronic Visa Application
or
- by email directly to the BSPC
Email: brisbane.gsm.documents@immi.gov.au
Paper lodgement
If you decide to lodge a paper based application by post or courier, your application will be processed by the Adelaide Skilled Processing Centre (ASPC).
To include additional documentation to your paper lodged application following lodgement, you can either do this by post, courier or email:
Postal address
GPO Box 1638
Adelaide SA 5001
Courier deliveries
Level 4 (West)
55 Currie Street
Adelaide SA 5000
Email: adelaide.gsm.documents@immi.gov.au
Application charge
You must pay a non-refundable charge when you lodge your application.
See: Charges (Fees)
Other costs
In addition to the application charge you will need to pay for any health examinations.
You may also be required to pay a charge for obtaining police checks. This charge varies in each country. When required to obtain your own police checks, you are personally responsible for all arrangements.
There may also be other costs associated with the application, such as translating documents into English.
After you lodge your application
Information about what happens after you lodge your application.
See: After you lodge your application
More information
More information about General Skilled Migration
See: Contact us: Professionals and other skilled migrant visas