Visa Options
There is a range of visa options under the General Skilled Migration program for skilled workers who want to live in Australia and who do not have an employer sponsoring them. These include options for skilled people applying as an independent migrant as well as those sponsored by a relative, or nominated by a State or Territory government.
Independent
Independent migrants have the least number of restrictions placed on them and this is the preferred option for eligible applicants who do not have an employer to sponsor them. Assess your eligibility for the independent visas before you continue.
Sponsored
If you are sponsored by an eligible relative, please note that there are a number of obligations that must be met by your sponsor.
All Visa Options
You may be eligible for a number of different visa categories and each has different requirements and obligations. Please read through the various visa options to ensure that you choose the visa most beneficial to you and your circumstances.
If you are a New Zealand Citizen
If you hold a Skilled – Independent Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 495)
If you hold a Skilled – Designated Area Sponsored (Provisional) visa (subclass 496)
Adding family members to your visa
If you have an employer who is willing to sponsor you, you should apply for an employer sponsored visa.
See: Employer sponsored workers