The Global Talent Visa
The Global Talent Visa Program is a streamlined visa pathway for highly skilled professionals to work and live permanently in Australia.
GLOBAL TALENT VISA
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Earlier this year immigration announced a new visa to attract highly talented individuals in future-focused sectors.
The Global Talent Visa Program is a streamlined visa pathway for highly skilled professionals to work and live permanently in Australia.
The processing times for these visas is incredibly quick. A Pathway to Aus client was recently granted this visa and became a permanent resident of Australia in less than a month after application.
Target sectors
The Government has identified several different industries or occupations in which Australian is in need.
AgTech
Space and Advanced Manufacturing
FinTech
Energy and Mining Technology
MedTech
Cyber Security
Quantum Information, Advanced Digital, Data Science and ICT
Eligibility Requirements
To meet the requirements for this visa applicants must:
prove they are internationally recognised with evidence of outstanding achievements
still be prominent in their field of expertise
provide evidence that they would be an asset to Australia, in their area of expertise
have no difficulty obtaining employment in Australia or becoming established in their field
have a recognised organisation or individual in Australia endorse them as global talent, in the same field as the applicant
applicants who apply for this visa should have the ability to attract a salary at or above the high income threshold of AUD153,600.
The Global Talent Visa
This video will outline the requirements for obtaining the Global Talent Visa (Independent Program).
Application Process
If you meet the requirements for this visa, you would submit an expression of interest to Immigration. Immigration will then contact you and invite you to lodge a distinguished talent visa.
1
Submit EOI
Submit an expression of interest (EOI) using Global Talent contact form.
2
Wait for a Response
You will be contacted if your EOI has been successful and if not, you will be notified via email.
3
Apply for Visa
You can lodge the visa application via ImmiAccount from offshore or onshore.
Alternative Options
Alternatively, if you can’t meet the requirement for the Global Talent Visa you may check out other visa options.
Student Visa
You are required to obtain a student visa if you want to study in Australia for more than 3 months (or 4 months if you are on a working holiday visa) and your genuine reason for coming to Australia is to study.
Graduate Visa
The Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) allows recent university or certain vocational graduates to remain in Australia and work after their studies have finished.
Training Visa
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) allows Australian companies and government agencies to sponsor applicants to participate in occupational training activities and professional development activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
In case you don’t find an answer to your question, feel free to consult with one of our agents.
Can I apply for the global talent visa if my occupation is not on the list of occupations?
At the moment, immigration has said that they would only invite applicants in these specific occupations:
- Agriculture Technology
- Space and Advanced Manufacturing
- FinTech
- Energy and Mining Technology
- Medical Technology
- Cyber Security
- Quantum Information, Advanced Digital, Data Science and ICT
How much does it cost to lodge an expression of interest for the Global Talent Visa?
There is no cost to lodge an EOI for the Global Talent Visa
How many Global Talent Visas are issued each year?
There’s no fixed annual quota published for the National Innovation visa. Invitations are issued monthly according to priority tier, and the programme is highly selective, so the old figure of 15,000 places no longer applies.
Do I need a job offer to apply for the Global Talent Visa?
No, a job offer isn’t required for the National Innovation visa (formerly Global Talent).
Do I need a skill assessment to apply for the Global Talent Visa?
No, a skill assessment isn’t required for the National Innovation visa (formerly Global Talent).
How long does it take to process the Global Talent Visa?
The National Innovation visa (formerly Global Talent) is invitation-only. You submit an expression of interest, and there’s no published timeframe for an invitation, as this depends on which of the four priority tiers you fall into. Once invited, processing after lodgement also varies by tier.
Do I need to earn over $153,600 to be able to apply for this visa?
The figure has moved on and the benchmark isn’t a fixed rule. Applicants are generally assessed against the Fair Work High Income Threshold, which sits at $190,100 from 1 July 2026 and is indexed each year. Earning at or above this level is treated as supporting evidence of exceptional talent rather than a strict cut-off.
How much does the Global Talent Visa cost?
Visa charges for the National Innovation visa (formerly Global Talent) have increased since the programme was renamed and are reviewed periodically. Rather than quote a fixed figure that may already be out of date, it’s best to check the current charge using the official Visa Pricing Estimator.
Can I apply for the Global Talent Visa form outside Australia?
You can apply for the National Innovation visa (subclass 858), formerly the Global Talent visa, from outside Australia. If you’re applying onshore, you’ll generally need to hold a substantive visa at the time of application.