Employer Sponsored Workers

Labour Agreements

  1. About this Program
  2. How this Program Works
  3. Eligibility
  4. Obligations
  5. Applying for this Program

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:

More information

Further information about the visa application process is available.
See: More Information

  1. About this Program
  2. How this Program Works
  3. Eligibility
  4. Obligations
  5. Applying for this Program