Step 3 - Employee Applies for a Temporary Visa

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.

After you lodge your application

Information about what happens after you lodge your nomination.
See: After Lodging Your Application