Australia is one of the most developed countries in the world, located in Oceania, with a very large area and is considered a continent in itself. This country has an area of 7.6 million kilometers. It also has a low labor force, meaning that there is more work than labor in this country, and thousands of people migrate to Australia every year for work. Most of the countries that migrate are India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, and other countries. In recent years, many Afghan immigrants have immigrated to Australia using this country’s work visa.
Australian work visa benefits
- Possibility of permanent residency
- Live anywhere in Australia
- Access to free family healthcare
- Ability to sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residency
- Opportunity to become an Australian citizen (if eligible)
- High-quality free education
- Live in one of the safest and most desirable countries in the world
Work in Australia
- Medicine and Nursing
- Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mining)
- Information Technology (IT)
- Construction
- Education
- Social Services
- Agriculture and Animal Husbandry
Types of work visas in Australia
- Subclass 482 – Skills in Demand (TSS)
- Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent
- Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated
- Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)
Types of Australian work visas
Subclass 482 (TSS)
Temporary work visa. You need an Australian employer to sponsor you. Valid up to 4 years.
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent)
For skilled workers. No sponsor needed. Must pass points test (65+). Leads to permanent residency.
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated)
You need a state or territory to sponsor you. Gives extra points. For skilled workers.
Subclass 491 (Regional)
For working and living in regional Australia. Temporary visa with pathway to permanent residency.
Points required to obtain an Australian work visa
Australian PR Points for Skilled Visa (Subclass 189 & 190):
- Minimum score: 65 points needed
- Must get invitation to apply
- Job must be on Australia’s skilled list (MLTSSL)
- Must have skills for the job
Points by Age:
18–24 years: 25 points
25–32 years: 30 points (max)
33–39 years: 25 points
40–44 years: 15 points
45+ years: 0 points
Points by Education:
PhD: 20 points
Bachelor/Master: 15 points
Diploma or Trade Certificate (Australia): 10 points
Skills assessment: 10 points
Points by Work Experience (Outside Australia):
8+ years: 15 points
5–7 years: 10 points
3–4 years: 5 points
Less than 3 years: 0 points
Work Experience in Australia:
1+ year: 5 points
3+ years: Extra 5 points
English Language Skills:
Superior (IELTS 8): 20 points
Proficient (IELTS 7): 10 points
Competent (IELTS 6): 0 points
Below Competent: 0 points
Sponsorship:
Family sponsor: 10 points
State sponsor: 5 points
Partner Status:
Single: 10 points
Partner Australian citizen or PR: 10 points
Partner meets age, English, skills test: 10 points
Partner competent English but different skill: 5 points
Employee salary in Australia by job
- Nurse: $70,000 – $90,000 per year
- Civil Engineer: $80,000 – $120,000 per year
- Programmer: $85,000 – $130,000 per year
- Teacher: $70,000 – $95,000 per year
- Construction Worker: $55,000 – $75,000 per year
Living Cost in Australia
- Rent (shared apartment): AUD 700 – 1,200
- Rent (one-bedroom apartment): AUD 1,500 – 2,500
- Utilities (electricity, water, gas): AUD 150 – 250
- Internet: AUD 60 – 100
- Groceries: AUD 300 – 600
- Transportation (public): AUD 100 – 200
- Phone plan: AUD 30 – 60
- Health insurance (international students): AUD 45 – 70
- Eating out: AUD 100 – 250
- Entertainment & extras: AUD 100 – 300
Number of Australian work visas issued
- Temporary Skilled Visas (TSS): ~207,800 issued (as of April 2025)
- Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent): ~13,800 issued (limit: 16,900)
- Total Migration Program 2025: 185,000 planned (132,200 for skilled)
Now, how do we find a job?
Eligible for Work Visa
- Have a required field of study on the Australian Occupations List
- A valid academic qualification and relevant work experience
- Have an English language certificate (such as IELTS or PTE)
- Be under 45 years of age (for most visas)
- Success in a skills assessment by relevant bodies
How to Apply?
- You should visit Seek and Indeed.
- On those websites, all Australian job vacancies are advertised.
- After you find the job you want,
- Read the requirements.
- If you are qualified,
- Contact the employer.
- And email them your CV.
- If you meet the requirements, they will contact you.
FAQ – Work in Australia
Q: Can I get permanent residency with a work visa?
A: Yes, many work visas lead to permanent residency.
Q: What is the age limit?
A: Usually under 45 years old.
Q: Do I need IELTS?
A: Yes, an English test like IELTS or PTE is required.
Q: Where can I find jobs?
A: On websites like Seek and Indeed.
Q: Which jobs are in demand?
A: IT, engineering, medicine, construction, teaching, farming.
Q: How much can I earn?
A: Salaries range from AUD 55,000 to 130,000+ yearly.
