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Other work routes

Sponsored employment and other work routes

Australia publishes employer sponsored work routes. The reviewed sources do not establish a dedicated digital nomad visa.

Sources reviewed September 14, 2026 · Expanded guide

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START WITH THE WORK YOU DO

What work is allowed?

The Skills in Demand subclass 482 route links permission to eligible sponsored employment. It is not blanket approval to keep a US remote job. [1]

The details behind the route.

Is sponsorship available as a route?
The Skills in Demand visa allows an employer to sponsor a suitably skilled worker for an eligible position. [1]
Does any job qualify?
No. Check the chosen visa stream, occupation rules and employer requirements. [1][2]
Which occupation list should I check?
The official skilled occupation page identifies lists used for subclass 482 and other work categories. [2]
What about a foreign remote job?
The sources here do not verify permission to perform it on visitor status. [1][3]
BEFORE YOU APPLY

Gather your documents.

Key items from the linked guidance. Use the authority checklist for the complete requirements. [1][3]

  • Start with the specific visa stream’s official checklist.
  • Prepare passport, qualifications and employment evidence requested for that route.
  • Confirm the employer’s sponsorship and nomination responsibilities.
FROM RESEARCH TO APPLICATION

Take it step by step.

  1. Use the visa finder to choose a route fitting your work plan.

  2. For sponsorship, find a suitable vacancy and confirm support with the employer.

  3. Check the official occupation and stream conditions before applying.

Application guidance [1][2][3]

Open official application guidance

Confirm before committing.

  • Confirm age rules for any working holiday alternative, plus fees, salary, family and work restrictions for the route you choose.

Keep this in mind.

A work visa, a working holiday visa and visitor permission have different conditions.

Ask and verify your situation
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