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Unlike the 482 visa, for the 186 visa Direct Entry Stream, Labour Market testing is not 100% a requirement. So you don’t need to advertise the position and demonstrate you couldn’t find a suitable Australian to fill the role. Do I need to undertake Labour Market...
You must demonstrate that you are being paid based on the Australian market salary rate for the role. Australia significantly raised the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) to $73,150 since 1 July 2024. The wage you are being offered to must be at...
No, you will need an employer to sponsor your visa in order to apply for the 186 visa. Can I apply for the 186 visa without an employer? was last modified: July 24th, 2025 by PTA team
Yes, the work experience for the 186 visa must be paid. In addition the work must be done at the required skill level. This doesn’t mean that you have worked in the occupation for 3 years. It will usually mean you have worked in the occupation for 3 years post...
Immigration has releases the Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) last December 3, 2024. Your occupation must be on the list of skilled occupations list to be able to apply for the 186 visa. These occupations identified by the Immigration has a shortage of skilled...
It depends. If you are applying under the TRT Stream, skills assessment is generally not required. However, for Direct Entry stream, skills assessment is mandatory. Do I need a skills assessment in order to apply for the 186 visa? was last modified: December 12th,...
Yes, you will need to take an English test (ex. IELTs) and have competent English in order to apply for the 186 visa, unless you hold a passport from NZ, USA, Ireland, UK or Canada. Do I need to take an English test in order to apply for the ENS 186 visa? was last...
Yes, the 186 ENS visa is permanent. Once you receive it, you are a permanent resident of Australia. Is the ENS 186 Visa permanent? was last modified: July 24th, 2025 by PTA team
You can apply for the ENS 186 visa from inside or outside Australia. Can I apply for the 186 visa while outside Australia? was last modified: July 24th, 2025 by PTA team
