Employer Sponsored Visas

Get sponsored by an Australian employer through the Temporary Skill Shortage (482), Employer Nomination Scheme (186), or Regional Sponsored (494) visas.

Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa

Allows Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers to fill positions they cannot fill locally. Valid for 2–4 years depending on the occupation stream.

Short-Term Stream

Up to 2 years (renewable once)

Occupations on the STSOL list

Medium-Term Stream

Up to 4 years

Occupations on the MLTSSL list — pathway to PR via 186

Labour Agreement Stream

Varies

Employers with a specific labour agreement with the government

Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)

A permanent residency visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer. You can apply directly or transition from a 482 visa after working for your employer for 2 years.

Direct Entry Stream

Permanent

Skilled workers with 3+ years of experience and a positive skills assessment

Temporary Residence Transition

Permanent

482 visa holders who have worked for the same employer for 2 years

Agreement Stream

Permanent

Workers sponsored through a labour agreement

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional

A provisional visa for skilled workers sponsored by an employer in a designated regional area. Valid for 5 years with a pathway to PR through the 191 visa after 3 years.

Employer Sponsored

5 years (path to PR)

Workers sponsored by a regional employer with an approved nomination

How RETNA Helps

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Employer Connections

We connect qualified graduates with Australian employers looking for skilled workers.

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Visa Preparation

Complete documentation, skills assessments, and nomination paperwork handled professionally.

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Long-Term Planning

We map your full journey from employer sponsorship to permanent residency.

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