My employer wants to sponsor me on a Skills in Demand visa. What are the steps?

The process has three stages: your employer must be approved as a standard business sponsor (or already be one), your employer nominates you for a specific occupation, and you lodge the visa application. I can guide both you and your employer through each stage to ensure the application is prepared correctly.

Can I change employers on a Skills in Demand visa?

Yes, but you must have a new nomination approved before you start working for the new employer. If your current employer withdraws their sponsorship, you have a 60-day period to find a new sponsor. I can advise you on the process and help you navigate the transition.

What is the pathway from a Skills in Demand visa to permanent residence?

The main pathway is the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) via the Temporary Residence Transition stream. After holding a Skills in Demand visa for a specified period (currently 2 years for most occupations), your employer can nominate you for permanent residence. I can advise you on the specific requirements and timeline for your occupation.

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Australia's Trusted Citizenship Specialist

Australia's trusted citizenship specialist. Nilesh Nandan at MyCitizenship provides expert Australian citizenship advice, application support, test preparation, and refusal appeals.

Nilesh Nandan is an immigration lawyer with 27 years of experience in Australian Citizenship Law. He has been a lawyer for 33 years and holds a Bachelor of Laws, a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, and a Master of Business Administration in International Finance and Tax. He is a Member of the Migration Institute of Australia (MMIA).

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Comprehensive preparation for the Australian citizenship test, including practice questions, study materials, and test-day guidance.

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Guidance on citizenship ceremony requirements, scheduling, and what to expect on the day you become an Australian citizen.

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Defence against citizenship revocation proceedings. Urgent representation for citizens facing loss of Australian citizenship.

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Applications for former Australian citizens to resume their citizenship. Assessment of eligibility and preparation of supporting evidence.

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Guidance on the process and implications of renouncing Australian citizenship, including dual citizenship considerations.

About Nilesh Nandan

Nilesh Nandan has been an immigration lawyer for 27 years. He has appeared before the Administrative Review Tribunal, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, the Federal Court of Australia, and the High Court of Australia. He is based in Sydney and serves clients across Australia.

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