“457″ Sponsored work visas
We believe it is necessary to remind readers of our website of conditions which changed just recently in the “457″ visa category.
Back in April 2009, the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) changed the “457″ visa conditions.
Some skilled workers, who are applying for the “457″ visa, must now have their skill assessed by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) in Australia or VETASSESS if “off-shore”.
From April, those with the skills listed below, and from the countries listed below, will have to have their skills assessed before applying for their “457″ Business (Long Stay) 4 year Temporary visa.
Skilled Occupations:-
- Welder (First Class)
- Motor Mechanic
- Cook/Chef
- Fitter
- Metal Fabricator
Countries:-
- Brazil
- China
- Fiji
- India
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- South Africa
- Thailand
- Vietnam
- Zimbabwe
DIAC have also announce that, in the future, they intend to broaden the scope of both the skills to be tested and the Citizens of further Countries which will be required to participate in these tests.
These changes have been necessary to secure the Australian Industries which these skills will be used in, to protect these Industries and give Australia better skilled workers. It has been instigated also, as DIAC do not wish the successful training and employment currently enjoyed in Australia from being undermined.
Therefore, it is necessary for the applicants with the above skills and from the above countries, to have their skills assessed.
