Employer Nomination Scheme 186
Live and work permanently in Australia. The Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) allows eligible Australian employers to sponsor appropriately skilled workers for forever residency.
PR Tracking
$9,326.45
Saved on Relocation Costs
Eligibility Check
Completed
Employer Nomination
In Progress
Skills Assessment
Pending
Visa Filing
Upcoming
Permanent Residency Pathway
After being nominated by their employer, skilled workers can live and work permanently in Australia with the help of this visa. This nominated visa lets skilled workers live and work in Australia forever.
Critical Information
If your employer's ENS Subclass 186 Nomination is denied, the Department will also deny your ENS Subclass 186 Permanent Visa application.
Live, Work & Study
Indefinitely
Mandatory
Requirements
Nomination
You must be nominated by an approved Australian employer whose business is actively and lawfully operating in Australia.
Skills & Experience
Must have at least 3 years of relevant work experience and a positive skills assessment (unless exempt).
English Language
Requirement of at least competent English (e.g., IELTS 6 in each component or equivalent).
THREE CORE STREAMS
Direct Entry
This stream lets skilled workers, who are nominated by an employer, live and work in Australia permanently. Ideal for those who haven't worked here before.
Labour Agreement
For workers who work for or will start working for an employer who is a party to a labour agreement signed with the government.
Temporary Transition
For 482 TSS visa holders who have worked for their nominating employer for at least two years and are now transitioning to PR.
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