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Employer Nomination Scheme visa – Temporary Residence Transition Stream
Transition to permanent residency in Australia if you’re already working with an eligible employer on a temporary visa, ensuring long-term stability.
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Subclass 186 - Temporary Residence Transition Stream
Permanent residency through your current employer
This stream is designed for skilled workers who are already working in Australia and are being nominated by their employer for permanent residence.
Built for existing sponsored workers
It suits people who have been employed in the nominated role with the nominating employer on an eligible temporary sponsored visa and, where applicable, certain bridging visas.
Employer nomination for an ongoing, full-time role
Your employer must nominate a genuine, ongoing position and meet sponsorship and nomination obligations, including salary and employment conditions.
Standard visa requirements still apply
Applicants must meet health and character requirements and any occupation licensing/registration requirements. Age and English requirements generally apply, with limited exemptions in specific situations.
Subclass 186 - Temporary Residence Transition Stream
Open to applicants of any nationality.
Must be enrolled in a full-time CRICOS course and lodge a valid CoE for all intended courses; a CoE at lodgement is a must
Must have Competent English.
Applicants under 18 must have adequate welfare arrangements for the period in Australia.
You can apply in or outside Australia, but not while in immigration clearance.
Tests must meet validity timing rules; fully online/at-home tests are not accepted; some tests have special acceptance conditions..
The nominated role must be the same occupation you were approved to perform on your subclass 457/482, and the position must be full-time and genuine.
Must have completed the required period of eligible sponsored employment with the nominating employer in Australia, which must be full-time, in Australia, while holding 457/482 (or eligible bridging visa), and in the approved occupation.
Discretionary / case dependent. Often not required where the nominee was already assessed for 457/482, and the same occupation continues but may be required in some cases.
No standard Australian study requirement for this stream, unless a case-specific requirement applies.
Must hold qualifications suitable for the nominated position (aligned to the occupation and duties).
If the occupation is regulated, the nominee must hold the required licence/registration/membership (as required by the state/territory or professional body).
No standalone “health insurance” criterion is typically assessed like a temporary visa; however, if the applicant remains in Australia on a temporary visa/bridging visa before grant, they should maintain adequate health cover as applicable to their status.
Must meet character requirements and provide police checks when required (including AFP where applicable based on time spent in Australia).
Must meet Australia’s health requirements (medical examinations may be requested).
If the applicant is subject to Section 48, they may be barred from applying (unless an exemption applies).
The visa application should be lodged within 6 months.
For applicants under 18, the visa may be refused if not in the child’s best interests.
The nominating business must be lawfully operating.
There must be no adverse information known to the Department about the sponsor or associated persons.
Sponsor must show a genuine need for the nominee in the nominated position.
The offered salary must meet the market salary rate and be equal to or above TSMIT (where relevant)
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The Knowbal Visa Application Process
We start by reviewing your study history, current visa status, and eligibility for the Temporary Graduate Visa. This personalised consultation helps us understand your situation and plan the best application approach for you.
Once we assess your case, you’ll be assigned a dedicated migration expert. This professional will be your main point of contact, guiding you through each step and answering your questions promptly.
Gathering and organising your documents correctly is critical. Knowbal helps you prepare all necessary paperwork, including your Confirmation of Enrolment, academic transcripts, proof of completion, health insurance, and identity documents to avoid delays or errors.
We lodge your visa application on your behalf with the Department of Home Affairs, ensuring everything complies with visa requirements and your information is accurately presented.
Throughout the processing period, Knowbal monitors your application and keeps you informed. Should the Department request additional information, we will assist you promptly to ensure a smooth process.
Frequently Asked Questions
The TRT stream is for applicants who are already working in Australia on an eligible employer-sponsored visa and are being nominated by their employer for permanent residency, based on their ongoing role and employment history with that business.
Your duties must still substantially align with the nominated occupation and reflect a genuine ongoing role. Small changes are usually manageable, but major shifts in duties, location, hours, or seniority can affect eligibility or create risk in the nomination.
It means the business genuinely needs the role on an ongoing basis, and the position fits within the business structure. Evidence usually includes organisational charts, position descriptions aligned to the occupation, proof of ongoing work, payroll records, and business capacity to sustain the role long-term.
Yes. Eligible family members can be included in your permanent residency application. It’s best to prepare their identity and relationship documents early to avoid delays (especially if relationship evidence is complex or documents need translation).
Changing employers can break the TRT pathway because the application is tied to the nominating employer and your employment history with them. If you leave the sponsoring employer before approval, you may need to reassess your pathway entirely and consider alternative options.
Strong TRT applications are built on clean evidence: consistent employment records, clear duty alignment to the nominated occupation, correct salary and conditions, strong business capacity documents, and a well-structured nomination narrative showing why the role is ongoing and needed.
You must have worked for at least 2 years within the last 3 years while holding a Subclass 457, 482, or eligible Bridging Visa, in the occupation you were granted the Subclass 457 or 482 visa to perform.
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