Employer Nomination Scheme visa (Subclass 186) reference checklist

Documents the Department of Home Affairs lists

Some of these may not be required for your application. These are the documents the Department of Home Affairs names on its own pages for this visa. It is not a complete list of everything you may be asked for. KinVisa does not determine which items apply to you. The wording under each item comes from the Department of Home Affairs, taken from the page linked with it.

• Current passport (photo, personal details and issue/expiry pages)Show details for Current passport (photo, personal details and issue/expiry pages)

  Provide the pages of your current passport showing your photo, personal details, and passport issue and expiry dates.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Identity documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The same sentence appears under Identity documents on the Temporary Residence Transition stream and Labour Agreement stream pages.

• National identity cardShow details for National identity card

  Also provide: a national identity card, if you have one.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Main applicant documents › Identity documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/labour-agreement-stream

  Named on the Labour Agreement stream page. The Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition stream pages do not name a national identity card.

• Evidence of a change of nameShow details for Evidence of a change of name

  If you have changed your name for any reason, you must also provide evidence of this.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Identity documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Labour Agreement stream page states the same requirement as 'Also provide: proof of change of name.'

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Marriage or divorce certificate (as proof of a name change)

     Show details for Marriage or divorce certificate (as proof of a name change)

     Documents that prove a change of name include: a marriage or divorce certificate.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Identity documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  2. 2.
     Change of name document from a births, deaths and marriages registry

     Show details for Change of name document from a births, deaths and marriages registry

     Documents that prove a change of name include: change of name documents from an Australian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, or the relevant overseas authority.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Identity documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  3. 3.
     Documents showing other names you have been known by

     Show details for Documents showing other names you have been known by

     Documents that prove a change of name include: documents that show other names you have been known by.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Identity documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Identity documents for all family members and proof of their relationship to youShow details for Identity documents for all family members and proof of their relationship to you

  Give us identity documents for all family members and proof of their relationship with you.

  View Home Affairs source› Tips for a decision-ready application › Identity documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/check-twice-submit-once/skilled-visa
• Declared residential and travel history for the past 10 yearsShow details for Declared residential and travel history for the past 10 years

  Declare your full residential and travel history for the past 10 years.

  View Home Affairs source› Tips for a decision-ready application › Residential history and travel historyhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/check-twice-submit-once/skilled-visa
• Nomination Transaction Reference Number (TRN) from your employerShow details for Nomination Transaction Reference Number (TRN) from your employer

  Ask your employer for the TRN. You need it to apply for the visa.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Before you apply › Get the nomination Transaction Reference Numberhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream and Labour Agreement stream pages carry the same step under 'Get the nomination TRN'.

• Written explanation for a requested document you cannot provideShow details for Written explanation for a requested document you cannot provide

  If you can’t provide requested documents, explain why in your application.

  View Home Affairs source› Tips for a decision-ready application › Missing documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/check-twice-submit-once/skilled-visa
• Evidence of a licence, registration or professional membership for the nominated occupationShow details for Evidence of a licence, registration or professional membership for the nominated occupation

  Provide evidence of any licence, registration or professional membership mandatory to perform the nominated occupation in the state or territory you intend to work in, if applicable.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Licencing, registration or membershiphttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream page carries the same sentence under 'Licencing, registrations and memberships'.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     AHPRA certificate of unconditional or general medical registration

     Show details for AHPRA certificate of unconditional or general medical registration

     If you are a doctor, provide one of these certificates issued by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as proof of full registration: unconditional or general medical registration.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Licencing, registration or membershiphttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  2. 2.
     AHPRA certificate of conditional specialist registration

     Show details for AHPRA certificate of conditional specialist registration

     If you are a doctor, provide one of these certificates issued by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as proof of full registration: conditional specialist registration which allows you to practise only in your particular specialty with no further training or supervision requirements.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Licencing, registration or membershiphttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  3. 3.
     Proof of admission to practise as a lawyer

     Show details for Proof of admission to practise as a lawyer

     If you are a barrister or solicitor, provide proof of admission to practise as a lawyer in the relevant state or territory.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Licencing, registration or membershiphttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Positive and valid skills assessment for the nominated occupationShow details for Positive and valid skills assessment for the nominated occupation

  Provide all of the following: a positive and valid skills assessment, if required.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Skills and qualifications documents › Proof of your skills and qualificationshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  Stated on the Direct Entry stream page. The skills assessment page states a skills assessment is not required at time of application for the Temporary Residence Transition and Labour Agreement streams.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Skills assessment obtained at the department's request

     Show details for Skills assessment obtained at the department's request

     We will ask you to undertake a skills assessment if you are required to do so.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Skills assessmenthttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream

     Stated on the Temporary Residence Transition stream page.

  2. 2.
     Proof of nomination as an academic by an Australian university (skills assessment exemption)

     Show details for Proof of nomination as an academic by an Australian university (skills assessment exemption)

     If you are exempt from having a skills assessment, provide proof that: you have been nominated as an academic (university lecturer or faculty head at Academic Level A, B, C, D or E) by a university in Australia.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Skills and qualifications documents › Skills assessment exemption documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  3. 3.
     Proof of nomination as a scientist, researcher or technical specialist (skills assessment exemption)

     Show details for Proof of nomination as a scientist, researcher or technical specialist (skills assessment exemption)

     If you are exempt from having a skills assessment, provide proof that: you are nominated as a scientist, researcher or technical (scientific) specialist at ANZSCO skill level 1 or 2 by a Federal, State or Territory government science agency, or an Australian university.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Skills and qualifications documents › Skills assessment exemption documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  4. 4.
     Proof of a subclass 444 or 461 visa and 2 years with the nominating employer (skills assessment exemption)

     Show details for Proof of a subclass 444 or 461 visa and 2 years with the nominating employer (skills assessment exemption)

     If you are exempt from having a skills assessment, provide proof that: you currently hold a Special Category (subclass 444) or New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (subclass 461) visa and have worked for the employer who nominated you, in the nominated position, for at least 2 years in the last 3 years prior to the date you applied for the visa.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Skills and qualifications documents › Skills assessment exemption documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Curriculum vitae (CV) or resumeShow details for Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume

  Provide all of the following: your curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Skills and qualifications documents › Proof of your skills and qualificationshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  Stated on the Direct Entry stream page.

• Qualifications and proof of work experienceShow details for Qualifications and proof of work experience

  Provide all of the following: qualifications and proof of work experience; such as employment references, if required.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Skills and qualifications documents › Proof of your skills and qualificationshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  Stated on the Direct Entry stream page.

• Documents verifying eligible sponsored employmentShow details for Documents verifying eligible sponsored employment

  Provide documents that verify your work experience for all periods of eligible sponsored employment.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Work experience documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream

  Stated on the Temporary Residence Transition stream page.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     PAYG payment summaries for the period of employment

     Show details for PAYG payment summaries for the period of employment

     Also provide: PAYG payment summaries for the period of employment.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Work experience documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream
  2. 2.
     Employment contracts for the period of sponsored employment

     Show details for Employment contracts for the period of sponsored employment

     Also provide: employment contracts.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Work experience documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream
  3. 3.
     Payslips for the period of sponsored employment

     Show details for Payslips for the period of sponsored employment

     Also provide: payslips.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Work experience documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream
  4. 4.
     Extracts of leave records

     Show details for Extracts of leave records

     Also provide: extracts of leave records.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Work experience documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream
• Detailed proof of employment historyShow details for Detailed proof of employment history

  Give us detailed proof of your employment history with your application.

  View Home Affairs source› Tips for a decision-ready application › Employment historyhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/check-twice-submit-once/skilled-visa
• Documents showing an exemption from the age criterionShow details for Documents showing an exemption from the age criterion

  If you are 45 years old or older, provide documents to show you are exempt from the age eligibility criteria.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Age exemption documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream page carries the same instruction with a different list of exemptions.

• Documents showing Competent EnglishShow details for Documents showing Competent English

  Provide documents that show you have Competent English.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › English language documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream page states 'Provide documents that show you have Competent English at the time you submit your application.'

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Passport of a listed English-speaking country (as proof of competent English)

     Show details for Passport of a listed English-speaking country (as proof of competent English)

     To prove you have competent English, show us evidence of one of the following: That you are a citizen of, and hold a valid passport issued by, one of the following countries.

     View Home Affairs source› Competent English › To prove you have competent Englishhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language/competent-english

     The page lists Canada, New Zealand, The Republic of Ireland, The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and The United States of America.

  2. 2.
     English language test result at the competent English level

     Show details for English language test result at the competent English level

     To prove you have competent English, show us evidence of one of the following: You achieved one of the test scores in Table 1 or Table 2, in the 3 years before your visa application, depending on the visa subclass.

     View Home Affairs source› Competent English › To prove you have competent Englishhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language/competent-english
• Documents showing Functional English for a family member aged 18 or overShow details for Documents showing Functional English for a family member aged 18 or over

  You must show that your family member over 18 has functional English.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documents › Proof of Functional Englishhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Passport of a listed English-speaking country (as proof of functional English)

     Show details for Passport of a listed English-speaking country (as proof of functional English)

     To prove you have functional English, show us evidence of one of the following: You are a citizen of, and hold a valid passport issued by, one of the following countries.

     View Home Affairs source› Functional English › To prove you have functional Englishhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language/functional-english

     The page lists Canada, New Zealand, The Republic of Ireland, The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and The United States of America.

  2. 2.
     Degree, diploma or trade certificate taught in English

     Show details for Degree, diploma or trade certificate taught in English

     To prove you have functional English, show us evidence of one of the following: You completed a degree, a higher degree, a diploma or a trade certificate in an institution in or outside Australia that required at least 2 years of full-time study or training, and all instructions were in English.

     View Home Affairs source› Functional English › To prove you have functional Englishhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language/functional-english
  3. 3.
     English language test result at the functional English level

     Show details for English language test result at the functional English level

     To prove you have functional English, show us evidence of one of the following: You achieved one of the test scores in Table 2 or Table 3 in the 12 months before your visa application.

     View Home Affairs source› Functional English › To prove you have functional Englishhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language/functional-english
• Australian police certificate (AFP complete disclosure National Police Certificate)Show details for Australian police certificate (AFP complete disclosure National Police Certificate)

  Provide an Australian police certificate if you have spent a total of 12 months or more in Australia in the last 10 years since you turned 16.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Character documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Labour Agreement stream page states this without the 12-month qualifier: 'Provide an Australian police certificate.'

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Australian Federal Police National Police Check application

     Show details for Australian Federal Police National Police Check application

     Complete the Australian Federal Police (AFP) National Police Check application form.

     View Home Affairs source› How to get a police certificate › Australian certificatehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/glossary/how-to-get-police-certificate
• Overseas police certificateShow details for Overseas police certificate

  Also provide: an overseas police certificate from every country, including your home country, where you have spent a total of 12 months or more in the last 10 years since you turned 16.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Character documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream and Labour Agreement stream pages carry the same instruction.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Penal check letter

     Show details for Penal check letter

     Also provide: if required, penal check letters are available by contacting [email protected] and include the words “Front end load – Penal Check Letter” in the subject line of your email.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Character documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Police certificates for family members aged over 16Show details for Police certificates for family members aged over 16

  You must give us police certificates for you and your family members aged over 16 years old.

  View Home Affairs source› Tips for a decision-ready application › Police certificateshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/check-twice-submit-once/skilled-visa
• Military service records or discharge papersShow details for Military service records or discharge papers

  Also provide: military service records or discharge papers if you served in the armed forces of any country.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Character documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Military certificateShow details for Military certificate

  You may need to provide a military certificate with your visa application.

  View Home Affairs source› Character requirements for visas › Other supporting documents › Military certificateshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/character
• Police certificate requested during processingShow details for Police certificate requested during processing

  We may ask you to provide a police certificate (also called a penal clearance certificate) from every country you lived in.

  View Home Affairs source› Character requirements for visas › Other supporting documents › Police certificateshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/character
• Police certificate for a country whose flag a vessel sailed underShow details for Police certificate for a country whose flag a vessel sailed under

  You must provide a police certificate if you have spent more than 12 months in the last 10 years working on one or more: merchant ships.

  View Home Affairs source› Character requirements for visas › Requirements for ship workershttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/character

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Letter of good conduct from a vessel's captain or company

     Show details for Letter of good conduct from a vessel's captain or company

     You should also provide a letter of good conduct from the captain or company of each vessel.

     View Home Affairs source› Character requirements for visas › Requirements for ship workershttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/character
• Signed or accepted Australian Values StatementShow details for Signed or accepted Australian Values Statement

  Applicants for most temporary, provisional and permanent visas must: sign or accept the Australian Values Statement.

  View Home Affairs source› Australian values › Read the Life in Australia booklethttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/australian-values

  The same passage also asks applicants to read the Life in Australia booklet first. All three subclass 186 stream pages state that applicants aged 18 or over must sign an Australian Values Statement.

• Health examination resultsShow details for Health examination results

  Most visa applicants must meet the health requirement.

  View Home Affairs source› Meeting our health requirementhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/health

  All three subclass 186 stream pages state 'You do not need to provide health documents. If you have had medical exams, the results are sent to us by your doctor.'

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     HAP ID (Health Assessment Program identifier)

     Show details for HAP ID (Health Assessment Program identifier)

     We may ask you to have health examinations. If we do, we will give you: an identifier we call a HAP ID.

     View Home Affairs source› Arrange your health examinationshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/health/arrange-your-health-examinations
  2. 2.
     My Health Declarations form (health examinations completed before applying)

     Show details for My Health Declarations form (health examinations completed before applying)

     The My Health Declarations (MHD) service enables you to complete your health examinations prior to submitting your visa application.

     View Home Affairs source› When to have health examinations › Before you apply for a visa (My Health Declarations)https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/health/when-to-have-health-examinations
• Signed health undertakingShow details for Signed health undertaking

  The MOC might also recommend we ask you to sign a health undertaking.

  View Home Affairs source› Meeting our health requirementhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/health
• Polio vaccination certificateShow details for Polio vaccination certificate

  Give us evidence of a current polio vaccination certificate if you are travelling from, or have spent time in, a country considered at risk.

  View Home Affairs source› Tips for a decision-ready application › Polio vaccinationhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/check-twice-submit-once/skilled-visa
• Biometrics (fingerprints and facial image)Show details for Biometrics (fingerprints and facial image)

  We will tell you if you need to provide biometrics, and which biometrics you need to provide.

  View Home Affairs source› Biometricshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/biometrics

  All three subclass 186 stream pages state 'We might ask for biometrics (fingerprints and photo).'

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Appointment letter and original travel document for a biometrics appointment

     Show details for Appointment letter and original travel document for a biometrics appointment

     Bring the appointment letter and your original passport or other valid travel document to your appointment.

     View Home Affairs source› Biometrics › How to provide your biometrics › If you are within Australiahttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/biometrics
• Partner's identity documentsShow details for Partner's identity documents

  Provide: identity documents.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream and Labour Agreement stream pages carry the same Partner documents list.

• Partner's character documentsShow details for Partner's character documents

  Provide: character documents.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Current marriage certificateShow details for Current marriage certificate

  Provide either: your current marriage certificate.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The page presents this as one of two alternatives, the other being evidence of a de facto relationship.

• Evidence of a de facto relationship of at least 12 monthsShow details for Evidence of a de facto relationship of at least 12 months

  Provide either: enough documents to prove your partner has been in a de facto relationship with you for at least 12 months before you apply.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The page presents this as one of two alternatives, the other being a current marriage certificate.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Joint bank account statements

     Show details for Joint bank account statements

     Documents that prove a de facto relationship include: joint bank account statements.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  2. 2.
     Billing accounts in joint names

     Show details for Billing accounts in joint names

     Documents that prove a de facto relationship include: billing accounts in joint names.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  3. 3.
     Joint leases or mortgages

     Show details for Joint leases or mortgages

     Documents that prove a de facto relationship include: joint leases or mortgages.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  4. 4.
     Documents showing you have both lived at the same address

     Show details for Documents showing you have both lived at the same address

     Documents that prove a de facto relationship include: documents that show you have both lived at the same address.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Partner documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Identity documents for a dependant under 18Show details for Identity documents for a dependant under 18

  For every dependant under 18 years who is applying with you provide: identity documents (if your child is under 5 years old you can include them in the application without a passport).

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants under 18 documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Proof of a dependant under 18's relationship to youShow details for Proof of a dependant under 18's relationship to you

  For every dependant under 18 years who is applying with you provide: proof of their relationship with you such as a birth or marriage certificate.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants under 18 documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Character documents for a dependant under 18Show details for Character documents for a dependant under 18

  For every dependant under 18 years who is applying with you provide: character documents, if applicable.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants under 18 documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Form 1229 Consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under the age of 18 yearsShow details for Form 1229 Consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under the age of 18 years

  They must complete either: Form 1229 Consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under the age of 18 years.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants under 18 documents › Parental responsibility documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/1229.pdf

  Required by the Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition and Labour Agreement stream pages; the link is to the form itself.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Statutory declaration of consent for the child

     Show details for Statutory declaration of consent for the child

     They must complete either: a statutory declaration giving their consent for the child to visit Australia on this visa.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants under 18 documents › Parental responsibility documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  2. 2.
     Signature and photo identity document of the person who gave consent

     Show details for Signature and photo identity document of the person who gave consent

     Include a document with the signature and photo of the person who completed the form or declaration, such as a: passport.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants under 18 documents › Parental responsibility documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

     The page also names a driver’s licence as an acceptable document.

• Identity documents for a dependant aged 18 or overShow details for Identity documents for a dependant aged 18 or over

  For every dependant 18 years old or older who is applying with you provide: identity documents.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Documents about a dependant aged 18 or over's other relationshipsShow details for Documents about a dependant aged 18 or over's other relationships

  For every dependant 18 years old or older who is applying with you provide: documents about other relationships, if applicable.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Character documents for a dependant aged 18 or overShow details for Character documents for a dependant aged 18 or over

  For every dependant 18 years old or older who is applying with you provide: character documents.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documentshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Form 47a Details of a child or other dependent family member aged 18 years or overShow details for Form 47a Details of a child or other dependent family member aged 18 years or over

  You need to prove that this person is a family member and/or dependent on you. Provide: a completed Form 47a Details of a child or other dependent family member aged 18 years or over.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documents › Proof of dependencehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/47a.pdf

  Required by the Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition and Labour Agreement stream pages; the link is to the form itself.

• Birth certificate or adoption papers for a dependant aged 18 or overShow details for Birth certificate or adoption papers for a dependant aged 18 or over

  You need to prove that this person is a family member and/or dependent on you. Provide: proof of your relationship with the dependent such as a birth certificate or adoption papers.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documents › Proof of dependencehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Proof of financial dependence for at least 12 monthsShow details for Proof of financial dependence for at least 12 months

  You must also prove this person has been financially dependent on you for at least 12 months before you apply.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documents › Proof of dependencehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Proof the dependant lives with you

     Show details for Proof the dependant lives with you

     You could provide: proof they live with you.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documents › Proof of dependencehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  2. 2.
     The dependant's tax records

     Show details for The dependant's tax records

     You could provide: their tax records.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documents › Proof of dependencehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  3. 3.
     Proof the dependant is currently studying

     Show details for Proof the dependant is currently studying

     You could provide: proof they are currently studying.

     View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documents › Proof of dependencehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Evidence a family member holds a subclass 457 or subclass 482 visa granted as your family memberShow details for Evidence a family member holds a subclass 457 or subclass 482 visa granted as your family member

  For other family members, if applicable, provide evidence the person: holds a subclass 457 or subclass 482 visa.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Dependants over 18 documents › Proof of dependencehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The same list also asks for evidence the visa was granted because they were your family member and that they are included in your subclass 186 application.

• Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipientShow details for Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient

  To nominate someone to: receive your correspondence, use Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Tell us you are getting helphttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/956a.pdf

  Named on all three subclass 186 stream pages; the link is to the form itself.

• Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt personShow details for Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person

  To nominate someone to: provide immigration assistance, use Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Tell us you are getting helphttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/956.pdf

  Named on all three subclass 186 stream pages; the link is to the form itself.

• Form 1023 Notification of incorrect answersShow details for Form 1023 Notification of incorrect answers

  Let us know as soon as you can if you made a mistake on your application. Complete Form 1023 Notification of incorrect answers.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › After you apply › Mistakes on your applicationhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/1023.pdf

  Named on the subclass 186 stream pages; the link is to the form itself.

• English translations of non-English documentsShow details for English translations of non-English documents

  Have all non-English documents translated into English.

  View Home Affairs source› Step by step › Gather your documents › Translatehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The same instruction appears on the Temporary Residence Transition stream and Labour Agreement stream pages.

• Applicant's employment contractShow details for Applicant's employment contract

  The contract must indicate: the total remuneration and terms and conditions of employment - these conditions must not be less favourable than the conditions that would apply to an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

  View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Applicant's employment contracthttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream page carries the same wording; the Labour Agreement stream page states 'You must include the applicant's employment contract, including information about their salary.'

• Proof the business is actively and lawfully operatingShow details for Proof the business is actively and lawfully operating

  Your business must: actively and lawfully operate a business in Australia.

  View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Eligibility › Be an eligible businesshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Gather your documents section for sponsors lists the specific documents recorded against this item.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Relevant pages of the trust deed

     Show details for Relevant pages of the trust deed

     Provide: relevant pages of the trust deed specifying the parties to the trust (if you are a trust or trustee of a trust).

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof your business is actively and lawfully operatinghttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  2. 2.
     Current lease agreement for the business premises

     Show details for Current lease agreement for the business premises

     Provide: current lease agreement.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof your business is actively and lawfully operatinghttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  3. 3.
     Audited balance sheet and profit and loss statement

     Show details for Audited balance sheet and profit and loss statement

     Also provide either: audited balance sheet and profit and loss statement for the most recently concluded financial year with comparative figures for previous financial year.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof your business is actively and lawfully operatinghttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  4. 4.
     Business tax returns and tax assessment notices

     Show details for Business tax returns and tax assessment notices

     Also provide either: business tax returns and associated tax assessment notices for the most recently concluded financial year.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof your business is actively and lawfully operatinghttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  5. 5.
     Business activity statements covering the gap since the last financial period

     Show details for Business activity statements covering the gap since the last financial period

     If the period of the financial statements or tax returns ended more than three months before you lodge your application, also provide a business activity statement (BAS) for each complete quarter from the end of the financial period to the date you lodge your application.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof your business is actively and lawfully operatinghttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  6. 6.
     Business activity statements from the start of operations

     Show details for Business activity statements from the start of operations

     If your business has operated for less than 12 months, also provide: business activity statements (BAS) for each complete quarter from the start of operations to the time you lodge the nomination.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof your business is actively and lawfully operatinghttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  7. 7.
     Business bank account statements from the start of operations

     Show details for Business bank account statements from the start of operations

     If your business has operated for less than 12 months, also provide: statements for the business bank account from the start of operations to the time you lodge the nomination.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof your business is actively and lawfully operatinghttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
• Proof of a genuine need for a paid employee in the nominated positionShow details for Proof of a genuine need for a paid employee in the nominated position

  Businesses seeking to nominate overseas workers for a permanent employer sponsored visa are required to demonstrate that there is a genuine need to employ a person in the position.

  View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Temporary Residence Transition stream page words this as a continuing genuine need.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Detailed organisational structure chart

     Show details for Detailed organisational structure chart

     Provide: a detailed organisational structure chart.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  2. 2.
     Name of the occupation and its ANZSCO code

     Show details for Name of the occupation and its ANZSCO code

     Provide: the name of the occupation and its ANZSCO code.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  3. 3.
     Detailed position description

     Show details for Detailed position description

     Provide: a detailed position description including specified tasks and duties of the position.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  4. 4.
     Evidence the position became vacant through attrition

     Show details for Evidence the position became vacant through attrition

     Also provide these where applicable: evidence that the position has existed and been previously occupied but has become vacant through attrition.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  5. 5.
     Evidence the position is currently occupied by a temporary resident

     Show details for Evidence the position is currently occupied by a temporary resident

     Also provide these where applicable: evidence that the position is currently occupied by a temporary resident.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  6. 6.
     Evidence of an increase in business activity requiring workers in the occupation

     Show details for Evidence of an increase in business activity requiring workers in the occupation

     Also provide these where applicable: evidence of an increase in business activity (e.g. new contracts won) requiring workers in the nominated occupation.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  7. 7.
     Evidence of overtime work in the nominated occupation

     Show details for Evidence of overtime work in the nominated occupation

     Also provide these where applicable: evidence of overtime work or increase in overtime work for employees currently in the nominated occupation.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  8. 8.
     Market research, business plans, budgets and funding evidence for a diversifying business

     Show details for Market research, business plans, budgets and funding evidence for a diversifying business

     Also provide these where applicable: if your business is diversifying, evidence of appropriate market research, business plans detailing proposed expansion and timelines, financial budgets covering expenditure and anticipated revenue and evidence of availability of funding (such as own funds or bank loans).

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream
  9. 9.
     Statement outlining how the position continues to fit into the business activities

     Show details for Statement outlining how the position continues to fit into the business activities

     Provide: a statement outlining how the position continues to fit into the business activities.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you have a genuine need for a paid employeehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream

     Stated on the Temporary Residence Transition stream page.

• Evidence of the annual market salary rate for the nominated occupationShow details for Evidence of the annual market salary rate for the nominated occupation

  If the applicant will earn less than AUD250,000 a year, prove you will pay them the annual market salary rate (AMSR) for their occupation.

  View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you will pay the annual market salary ratehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Applicable Fair Work or state industrial instrument

     Show details for Applicable Fair Work or state industrial instrument

     You may need to provide: the applicable Fair Work instrument, state industrial instrument or transitional instrument that applies.

     View Home Affairs source› Salary requirements to nominate a worker › Annual market salary rate › Determining the AMSRhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/employing-and-sponsoring-someone/sponsoring-workers/nominating-a-position/salary-requirements
  2. 2.
     Employment documents for an equivalent Australian worker

     Show details for Employment documents for an equivalent Australian worker

     You may need to provide: relevant employment documents, which may include payslips or employment contracts for an equivalent Australian worker.

     View Home Affairs source› Salary requirements to nominate a worker › Annual market salary rate › Determining the AMSRhttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/employing-and-sponsoring-someone/sponsoring-workers/nominating-a-position/salary-requirements
  3. 3.
     Copy of the relevant award or agreement

     Show details for Copy of the relevant award or agreement

     Where you use an award or agreement to pay your staff, provide a copy of the relevant award or agreement.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Proof you will pay the annual market salary ratehttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream

     Stated on the Temporary Residence Transition stream page.

• Evidence that an occupation caveat does not exclude the positionShow details for Evidence that an occupation caveat does not exclude the position

  Where we might assess the occupation you are nominating as ineligible due to a caveat, provide evidence that indicates the position satisfies those caveats.

  View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Where a caveat applieshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/direct-entry-stream

  The page lists examples for a chef caveat, including a detailed position description, an explanatory statement about the business, a menu, a floor plan and photographs of the premises.

• Documents showing the association between businessesShow details for Documents showing the association between businesses

  Provide: documents showing the association between the businesses.

  View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Associated businesshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream

  Stated on the Temporary Residence Transition stream page.

  The Department of Home Affairs lists the following examples

  1. 1.
     Contracts, PAYG payment summaries and reporting-line evidence for an associated business

     Show details for Contracts, PAYG payment summaries and reporting-line evidence for an associated business

     Provide: contracts, PAYG payment summaries and evidence of the nominee's reporting lines to show the nominee has worked in the same role and location.

     View Home Affairs source› For Sponsors › Step by step › Gather your documents › Associated businesshttps://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/employer-nomination-scheme-186/temporary-residence-transition-stream

     Stated on the Temporary Residence Transition stream page.

Other official guidance for this visa

• Translation

  Have all non-English documents translated into English.

  View Home Affairs source

• Certification

  Note: You do not need to have any documents certified.

  View Home Affairs source

• Police certificates

  For immigration purposes, Australian police certificates are valid for 12 months from the date of issue.

  View Home Affairs source

• Health

  Most visa applicants must meet the health requirement.

  View Home Affairs source

• Forms

  To nominate someone to: provide immigration assistance, use Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person.

  View Home Affairs source