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Employer Sponsorship
Sponsor skilled workers and grow your business in Australia with the right visa pathway.

Types of Employer Sponsorship
Legally recognised entities in Australia: Sole trader, Partnership, Proprietary company, Public company, Government department, Statutory authority, Not-for-profit, Educational institution
Eligible organisations such as Australian companies, government agencies, sporting organisations, and international organisations operating in Australia
5 years
5 years
Must demonstrate business is legally established and actively operating in Australia
Must be an eligible organisation, such as a company or government agency operating in Australia
ABN certificate, ASIC Business Names extract, or overseas registration evidence
Business registration documents, ABN/ACN, or Trust deed (Trustee must apply)
Larger business: Profit & loss statements, annual report. Small business: Tax return, bank statements
Evidence of active operation in Australia, similar to SBS
Must comply with sponsorship obligations, including employment conditions for sponsored workers
Must comply with sponsorship obligations, ensuring the training arrangement is realistic and structured
Yes, before expiry
Yes, before expiry
From AUD 420.00
From AUD 420.00
Must confirm strong record of employing local labour and commitment to non-discriminatory recruitment practices
Must ensure the trainee’s role and training arrangements are genuinely for training, with clear supervision and structured outcomes
Must have a satisfactory business record with no adverse information
Must have a satisfactory business record and comply with Australian laws
Trusts must apply via the Trustee (must be an eligible entity)
Trusts cannot apply; Trustee must apply and be approved as the sponsor
Sponsors workers under Subclasses 482 and 494
Sponsors individuals for approved temporary activities under Subclass 407
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Frequently Asked Questions
The approval process for sponsorship applications can take several weeks. It’s essential to submit all required documents promptly and ensure your application is complete to avoid delays. To prevent any gaps in your visa process, it’s recommended to apply well in advance and monitor the progress through your ImmiAccount.
Yes, but you’ll need to provide additional evidence to show your business can meet its sponsorship obligations. For new businesses, this could include a detailed business plan, financial statements, and proof of ongoing operations. If your business has changed its structure, the new entity may need to apply for its own sponsorship approval.
Even if you hire workers through a third-party agency, you still hold the responsibility for meeting all sponsorship obligations. This includes ensuring that the agency complies with employment laws and that the sponsored employees work under the terms of their visa. You should monitor your employees regularly to ensure compliance.
If your business undergoes structural changes, such as changing location or ownership, you must update your sponsorship details. This includes submitting a sponsorship change notification through ImmiAccount. Failing to update this information can lead to visa issues for your employees, including breaches of their visa conditions.
Yes, you can apply to renew your sponsorship even while visa applications are pending. However, if your sponsorship expires before your renewal is processed, any ongoing visa applications may be put on hold until the renewal is approved. To avoid disruptions, apply for renewal at least two months before your current sponsorship expires.
If your business is operating under a trust or franchise, you will need to submit the relevant legal documents, such as the trust deed. These documents must clearly outline the parties involved and your role within the structure. You may also need to provide supporting documents showing that the trust or franchise can meet sponsorship obligations.
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