Step 3 - Employee Applies for a Temporary Visa
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The employee must apply for a visa to work in Australia on a temporary basis.
Application charge
There is a non-refundable charge for this application.
See: Fees & Charges
Other Costs
In addition to the application charge you will need to pay for any medical examinations. There may also be other costs associated with the application, such as translating documents into English.
Application checklist
The application checklist details the information and supporting documents that you must provide with your application. Complete applications are likely to be processed more quickly.
Incomplete applications may be delayed or, in some cases, refused.
See: Visa Application Checklist
Application 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 Prepare Your Application
How to apply for a visa
You can apply online, in person, by post or by courier.
See:
Online Applications
Visa Applications 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.
When lodging applications:
- the visa application may be lodged at the same time as the nomination
- the nomination can be lodged first, and the visa application at a later stage.
Note: The visa application should not be lodged before the nomination.
More information
Further information about the visa application process is available.
See: More Information