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To be eligible for this visa, a skilled individual must be nominated by an Australian employer. To be nominated for the 186 Visa, the applicant must be skilled in an occupation that is listed on the relevant Medium and Long term Strategic Skills List. To apply in the TRT stream, you must be the holder of a subclass 457 visa, a 482 visa, or abridging visa granted in association with one of these subclasses.
To apply in the DE stream, you may be in or outside of Australia. If you’re planning on obtaining an ENS 186 visa, our Melbourne-based migration agents can guide you through the application process.
How long can I stay in Australia when my visa runs out?
You’re not allowed to remain in Australia for over 28 days after your visa has expired. If you do, your future applications for an Australian visa will be subjected to an exclusion period.
Can I apply for 186 if I'm already on 482?
A 186 TRT OR DE stream visa can be applied from a 482 visa depending on your individual case - your eligibility for either pathway will need to be assessed before we can advise which is the best pathway for you.
What if my Visa expires while I'm waiting for it to be processed?
Visa applicants who have lodged an application and are waiting for it to be processed will automatically be granted a Bridging Visa A. This allows them to stay in Australia while they wait for the decision on their application. The Bridging Visa comes into effect as soon as their original visa expires.
Is work experience required in an ENS 186 Visa application?
Individuals who are applying under the 186 TRT stream are required to have worked for at least three years in the occupation or position for which they have been nominated when they submit an application for an ENS Subclass 186 visa. Individuals who apply under the DE stream are required to show 3 years of full-time experience in their occupation at the skilled level.
What happens if I become pregnant after my application is approved?
If you are already in Australia, you can access care for yourself and your baby during and after your pregnancy. However, the treatment costs will vary depending on your insurance policy and the type of visa that you have.
What are the 186 Visa Work Experience Requirements?
Those who are looking to apply for an ENS Subclass 186 Direct Entry visa are required to provide a positive skills assessment in their application. Some occupations under both streams also require licensing or registration.
Is the ENS subclass 186 visa a permanent resident visa?
Skilled workers with an ENS Subclass 186 visa are granted permanent residency in Australia.
How long does it take to receive a 186 visa and get permanent residency?
The processing time for a Subclass 186 can vary depending on various factors. In the absence of circumstances that can lead to delays, the average processing time can take around three to four months.
The number of applications can also have an effect. For instance, around 75% of applicants for the direct entry stream are processed in about five to twelve months.
What are the general paths for applying for permanent residence based on Employer Nominated Sponsorship?
Through Employer-Sponsored Visas, skilled workers can gain permanent residency in Australia. These include the Temporary Skilled Shortage Subclass 482 visa, the Employer Nomination Scheme Subclass 186 visa, and the Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional-Provisional Subclass 494 visa.
What if my Visa expires while I'm waiting for it to be processed?
Visa applicants who have lodged an application and are waiting for it to be processed will automatically be granted a Bridging Visa A. This allows them to stay in Australia while they wait for the decision on their application. The Bridging Visa comes into effect as soon as their original visa expires.
Is work experience required in an ENS 186 Visa application?
Individuals who are applying under the 186 TRT stream are required to have worked for at least three years in the occupation or position for which they have been nominated when they submit an application for an ENS Subclass 186 visa. Individuals who apply under the DE stream are required to show 3 years of full-time experience in their occupation at the skilled level.
What happens if I become pregnant after my application is approved?
If you are already in Australia, you can access care for yourself and your baby during and after your pregnancy. However, the treatment costs will vary depending on your insurance policy and the type of visa that you have.
