Migration categories
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The information on this page briefly describes the range of migration categories available.
For general information, including independent skilled
migration
See: Migrating to Australia
The following are additional options, with more flexible criteria, for skilled people willing to live and work in areas outside of Australia's major cities.
Most of the categories below cover all of South Australia, Tasmania and the Northern Territory. The areas covered in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia and the Australian Capital Territory differ between categories.
Employer and state/territory government sponsored migration
There are a range of visa options for skilled people to be
nominated for migration by either an employer or a state or
territory government.
See: Employer and State/Territory Government
Sponsored Migration
Skill Matching Database
You can increase your chances of being offered a job in Australia
by having your qualifications and employment history listed on the
Skill Matching Database. The database is accessed by state and
territory governments and employers who may then nominate an
applicant for migration.
See: How can Australian employers find you?
Family sponsorship
Options are available for skilled people who wish to migrate to
Australia and who are able to nominate a close relative living in a
designated area of Australia to be their sponsor and provide
financial support.
See: Family Sponsorship
Highly skilled business owners, investors and senior executives options
Information for highly skilled or successful business people
wishing to migrate to regional Australia and develop new or
existing businesses.
See: Attracting Business Migrants to Regional Australia