I am a Restaurant Manager, What Visa Can I Apply for?
If you are a restaurant manager and want to live and work in Australia, you should consider the recent changes to the occupation list for skilled work visas. You must be wondering what other visa options are available that can allow you, as a restaurant manager, to continue living and working in Australia and have a pathway to permanent residency (PR).
What Visas Can I Apply for as a Restaurant Manager?
With the introduction of the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), ANZSCO 141111: Restaurant Manager has been removed, which resulted that restaurant manager visa applicants are not meeting the criteria to apply for Skills in Demand (SID) (Subclass 482) Visa – Core Skills and Specialist Skills Streams and the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) (Subclass 186) – Direct Entry stream. We have listed potential visas that restaurant managers may still be eligible to apply for, depending on their circumstances.
Training Visa (Subclass 407)
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) is for individuals who are planning to undertake workplace-based training to build on their skills as a restaurant manager. This is a temporary employer-sponsored visa, and this is a stepping stone to a PR visa.
Skills in Demand Visa (SID) (Subclass 482)
Although restaurant manager is not listed in the CSOL for Skills in Demand (SID) (Subclass 482) visa; however, a possible pathway is to apply for SID Subclass 482 - Labour Agreement stream through Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), as some designated area may have their special agreement with the Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) which may include restaurant manager in their unique occupation list. This is a temporary work-sponsored visa, and there may be a pathway to permanent residence (PR) with the ENS (Subclass 186) - Labour Agreement stream.
Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) (Subclass 186)
For Temporary Skill Shortage (SC 482) visa holders who were previously granted as a restaurant manager, may still be eligible to apply for a ENS (Subclass 186) – Temporary Residence Transition stream.
General Skill Migration (GSM) Visas
The GSM visas, as listed below, allow skilled workers to be nominated by a state or territory. You will need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and receive an invitation to apply.
Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) Visa (permanent visa)
Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) Visa (permanent visa)
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (Subclass 491) Visa (temporary visa)
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187)
Subclass 187 Visa – Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme are for Australian employers to sponsor skilled workers to work and live in regional Australia. It leads to PR.
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (SESR) (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494)
The SESR Subclass 494 visa permits regional Australia employers to sponsor skilled workers to fill specific skilled positions. It leads to PR for those who meet the requirements after 3 years.
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
If you are uncertain about the visa options, speak with an immigration lawyer to assess your situation and to give you tailored advice that is best suited for your circumstances. At Agape Henry Crux, our team works with our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law who specialise 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 emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.
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