Global Talent Independent Program
The Global Talent Independent program which offers a priority streamlined visa pathway for highly skilled individuals to permanently reside in Australia was officially launched on 04 November 2019. The rationale behind the program is to strengthen Australia’s ability to compete with the world’s best and brightest skilled migrants and at the same time, to grow Australian business of the future.
Two Main Criteria of the Global Talent Independent Program the Applicants Need to Consider
Highly skilled and internationally recognized in one of seven target sectors as follows:
AgTech
FinTech
MedTech
Cyber Security
Space and advanced manufacturing
Energy and mining technology
Quantum info, advanced digital, data science and ICT
2. Has the ability to earn High Income Threshold stipulated by Fair Work (i.e. $148,700 at the time of writing).
You can register your interest at the Department’s website if you wish to apply and meet the above two criteria.
What Happens When the Applicant Meet the Requirements
Individuals who meet the requirements will be provided with a unique Global Talent identifier, which provides priority processing for a Distinguished Talent visa application. Candidates accepted into the program will receive streamlined, priority processing with complete visa applications currently taking less than a month to finalize. All visa applicants need to meet the Distinguished Talent visa regulatory criteria (i.e. subclass 124 or 858 depending on where you lodge the application – i.e. onshore in Australia or outside of Australia, including health and character requirements before a visa can be granted.
How Can We Help You
If you are interested to find out more and want to know about your eligibility, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can book a Migration Planning Session with one of our immigration lawyers to seek professional advice by calling 02-7200 2700 or email us to book in a time at info@ahclawyers.com.
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