Labour Agreements
Step 2 - Employer Nominates Temporary Positions
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The employer must nominate the temporary positions required under the Labour Agreement.
Nomination charge
There is a non-refundable charge for a nomination under the 457 Temporary Business (Long Stay) visa program, nominations for other visa programs are not subject to a fee.
See: Fees and Charges
Nomination checklist
The nomination checklist details the information and supporting documents that you must provide with your nomination. Complete nominations are likely to be processed more quickly. Incomplete nominations may be delayed or, in some cases, refused or not accepted.
See: Nomination checklist
Nomination information
This information helps you to understand the requirements for certifying and translating documents, communicating with the department, using a migration agent, and more.
See: Information to Help You Prepare Your Application
How to lodge a nomination
You can lodge online, in person, by post or by courier.
See:
Online Applications
Lodging Nominations by Post, Courier or in Person
Note: Online applications relate to the Temporary Business (Long Stay) Subclass 457 visa program only and are given priority.
The nomination and visa application can be lodged at the same time or separately.
Note: The visa application should not be lodged before the nomination.