Skills in Demand visa
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Australia
Employer must sponsor
Australia's main employer-sponsored temporary work visa, replacing the former Temporary Skill Shortage arrangements.
Who this route is for
People nominated by an approved Australian sponsor for an eligible occupation, meeting skills, English and salary requirements.
Typical timeline
Processing times by stream are published by the Department of Home Affairs and updated regularly.
What this means for your job search
The employer must be an approved sponsor and nominate you for a specific occupation, so focus on companies that already sponsor. Streams differ in duration and in whether they lead to permanent residence.
This is general information, not legal advice. Immigration rules change and individual cases differ — check the official source and, where it matters, talk to an immigration attorney.