York Immigration

Australian Visas

Services

Assessment

Skilled – Sponsored Visa (subclass 176)

This category of residency is designed for applicants who are sponsored by either:

  • a close relative who is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen; or
  • an Australian state or territory.

The subclass 176 visa confers Australian permanent residency on the holder. To qualify for the visa, an Applicant must obtain the requisite number of points based on characteristics such as age, English language ability, skills and qualifications.

Sponsorship by a Relative

The sponsor should be related to the applicant in one of the following ways:

  • A non-dependent child
  • A parent
  • A brother or sister
  • A niece or nephew
  • An aunt or uncle

Certain undertakings are generally required with this application. This usually involves the sponsor entering into a legally binding agreement with the Australian Government for a prescribed period of time.

These applications are performed in two (2) stages :

  • Skill assessment by the relevant authority
  • Visa application to the Department of Immigration

We confirm that York Immigration Services Australia is able to act on your behalf in relation to both stages of this process.

Sponsorship by an Australian state or territory

Australian state and territory governments undertake to sponsor applicants where those applicants have skills and qualifications which correspond to skills in demand in their state.

To be sponsored a State or Territory government, you need to agree to:

  • live in that State or Territory at least two (2) years;
  • inform the State or Territory government of any changes in your address details; and
  • complete relevant surveys and provide information when required.

These applications are performed in three (3) stages :

  • Skill assessment by the relevant authority
  • Application to the State or Territory government for sponsorship
  • Visa Application to the Department of Immigration

We confirm that York Immigration Services Australia is able to act on your behalf in relation to all stages of this process.

Skilled Visa Options

York Immigration Services Australia also specialises in the following general skilled visa categories:

Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 175)
Skilled - Sponsored Visa (subclass 176)

  • By a close relative
  • By an Australian state or territory

Skilled – Regional Sponsored Visa (subclass 475)

For applicants who have studied in Australia, we also specialise in the following visas:

Skilled – Independent Student Visa (subclass 885)
Skilled – Sponsored Student Visa (subclass 886)

  • By a close relative
  • By an Australian state or territory

Skilled – Regional Sponsored Student Visa (subclass 487)

We will always advise you of your prospects within each visa subclass and tailor an assessment to your particular needs.