Australian Global Talent Visa (GTS)

The Australian Global Talent Visa (GTS) is a new type of employer-sponsored visa in Australia.

Key Features:

  • Duration: The visa is valid for four years.
  • Pathway to Permanent Residency: It can be converted to permanent residency after three years.
  • Age Flexibility: There are relaxed age requirements for applicants.
  • No Occupation List Requirement: There is no specific occupation list.
  • Qualification Requirements: The educational qualifications required only need to be relevant to the position.

Employer Requirements:

  • Company Status: The sponsoring Australian employer must meet one of the following criteria:
    • Be a publicly listed company.
    • Have an annual turnover of at least AUD 4 million.
    • Be a startup verified as genuine and credible by a third-party organization.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Education and Salary: Applicants must have a high level of education and meet the salary expectations in Australia.

Important Considerations:

  • Proof of Local Talent Shortage: Demonstrate that no suitable senior talent is available locally in Australia for the position.
  • Impact on Company Development: Show how bringing in this senior talent will contribute to the Australian company’s growth and technological innovation.

By meeting these requirements and providing substantial evidence, applicants can take advantage of the opportunities offered by the GTS to work and eventually settle in Australia.