Who can apply for Australian Global Talent Independent (SC 858 Visa)
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What is the Global Talent program?
The GTI program is designed to attract skilled migrants at the top of specific key sectors to Australia. It operates through an additional layer on top of an existing visa – being the Global Talent (Subclass 858) visa.
- 2019/20 migration programme year – 5,000 spots;
- 2020/21 migration programme year – 15,000 spots;
- 2021/22 migration programme year – 15,000 spots.
The GTI program involves the Department taking on a more active role by engaging “Global Talent Officers” (GTO) in key locations overseas to invite targeted individuals to apply for an Australian visa. GTOs will work with countries in their regions and attend key events/expos to promote this program.
Am I eligible to apply for Australian Global Talent program?
Broadly speaking, to be eligible under this program, a candidate must:
- fit under one of the 10 targeted sectors outlined above; and
- have an “internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement” in their field, and either:
- be able to attract a salary equivalent to the Fair Work High Income Threshold (FWHIT), currently AUD $158,500; or
- have completed their PhD in the past 3 years
Visa Applicant Success Story
Margarita Torres and Juan Pablo Reyes - Digital games
From Colombia
“We are enjoying being part of Australia’s vibrant video games scene.”
Juan Pablo Reyes and Margarita Torres are co-founders of the leading video game development studio Cocodrilo Dog, which is establishing its Australian headquarters in Melbourne. Margarita and Juan have been recognised for leading the video game scene in Colombia, including by the MIT Technology Review and CNN. Cocodrilo Dog specialises in animation, music development, data analysis, publishing, marketing and PR.
Juan and Margarita will be drawing on the local highly skilled talent for job opportunities in development, engineering, graphic design and sales.
What are the benefits of the GTI visa?
The GTI visa allows you and your dependents to:
- live and work permanently in Australia
- study in Australia
- enroll in Medicare, Australia’s scheme for health-related care and expenses
- access certain social security payments
- travel in and out of Australia while the visa is valid
- apply for Australian citizenship (subject to residency criteria)
- sponsor family members for permanent residence
How No Borders Law Group can help
Since the introduction of the GTI pathway, we have assisted numerous applicants to secure these visas.
No Borders Law Group has worked closely with organisations who have been keen to support eligible applicants, regardless of whether an employment offer was available.
Our professional services in relation to this pathway include:
- Assessing eligibility and whether it is a suitable alternative to other schemes
- Approaching the Department to secure a unique identifier
- Undertaking research to support the application
- Advising on documentation and supporting evidence
- Drafting supporting references, outlining achievements, prominence and benefits to Australia
- Drafting extensive submissions on how the applicant meets the requirements
- Preparing and submitting the nomination and visa applications
- Liaising with the Department until a decision is made
Need help with getting Australian Visas?
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We will help you by exploring visa options and securing applications. We will assess the eligibility of the application for a partner visa, and provide you with detailed advice on your chances of success. If you would like to discuss your visa options and evaluate the pathway to permanent residency, please make an enquiry or book a consultation to get expert advice with one of our knowledgeable and experienced Migration Agents/Lawyers on 07 3876 4000 or email: service@noborders-group.com.
Credit:
Australian Government Global Business and Talent Attraction Taskforce.
