Australia Visa Pathways
Explore up-to-date visa options to study, work, or settle in Australia.
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) - Points-tested stream
Lets invited workers with skills Australia needs live and work permanently anywhere in Australia. For skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state or family member.
Skilled Nominated visa
For skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government.
Skilled Work Regional visa
For skilled workers nominated by a state or sponsored by family to live and work in regional Australia.
Skills in Demand visa
Employer‑sponsored temporary visa for skilled workers. Stay up to 4 years (up to 5 for eligible Hong Kong passport holders). Fees and processing times vary; consult the Home Affairs visa page and processing time guide.
Temporary Graduate visa - Post-Higher Education Work
Stay 2-6 years after completing Australian studies. Work and live temporarily in Australia; up to 5 years for Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders. Must find own employment.
Student visa
For international students to study full-time in Australia.
Partner visa (Temporary)
Lets the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible NZ citizen live in Australia temporarily. The first step toward the permanent Partner visa (subclass 801).
Partner visa (Permanent)
Permanent residence for partners or spouses of Australian citizens or permanent residents, granted after holding a subclass 820 (or 445) visa. You become eligible for assessment 2 years after you first applied for the temporary and permanent Partner visas.