National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858) Nomination Guide: Form 1000
What is Form 1000 for the National Innovation (Subclass 858) visa (NIV)?
Applicants must submit a completed and approved Form 1000 to satisfy the National Innovation (Subclass 858) visa requirements. This form requires a nominator with a national reputation to endorse the applicant's record of achievement. The Form 1000 was previously used for the Global Talent Visa and Distinguished Talent Visa (Subclass 858), both of which have been replaced by the National Innovation Visa.
What are the eligibility requirements for the NIV nominee?
A nominator must be one of the following:
An eligible New Zealand citizen
An Australian organization
When to Provide Form 1000?
The Expression of Interest (EOI) for the National Innovation visa does not require Form 1000 unless nominated by an expert Commonwealth, State, or Territory Government agency (which qualifies for Priority Two).
A completed Form 1000 is required at the time of lodgement of the National Innovation visa application to ensure validity and to meet application criteria.
What is National Reputation?
A national reputation refers to the public perception of an individual or organisation in Australia. Factors that contribute to a nominator's national reputation include:
A solid track record of achievements
Evidence of being high calibre
Leadership in their field of expertise
Professional associations with leading organizations and industry bodies
Employment history
Participation in conferences both nationally and internationally
Contributions to international journals relevant to the field
If the Nominator is an Individual
If the nominator is an individual, their national reputation must be detailed in Part B of Form 1000, considering:
Qualified by Association: Their professional associations with renowned organisations or industry bodies.
Qualified by International Standing: A strong international record of achievement that holds significance for Australia, even if the nominator resides abroad.
If the Nominator is an Organisation
If the nominator is an organization, their national reputation should be specified in Part A of Form 1000.
An Australian organization includes any entity registered in Australia or authorized to operate there, including those with operations outside Australia.
Organizations must have an Australian Business Number (ABN), which can be verified using the ABN Lookup website.
What are the Obligations of the Nominator?
The Form 1000 is an endorsement and does not impose financial or employment obligations on the nominator. They must provide truthful information.
Providing fraudulent or incorrect information can lead to visa refusal and affect future applications.
There are no limits on nominations; a single nominator can endorse multiple applicants.
Verification of Nominator's Information
Nominations should reference independently verifiable information (e.g., LinkedIn profiles, newspaper articles, etc.) to support claims regarding the nominator’s reputation.
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How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
To avoid complications in the National Innovation (SC 858) Visa application process, the applicant must ensure that all information is accurate and supports the claim of national reputation. Our Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer(s) and our team of immigration lawyers and migration agents at Agape Henry Crux. The team specialises in handling highly complex matters. You can schedule an appointment with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or email us at info@ahclawyers.com.
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