The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has now released its State Migration Plan which will come into effect today. Applicants who have an occupation in demand in the ACT, may be eligible to apply for sponsorship from the ACT Government.
Sponsorship may be approved for applicants seeking to apply for subclass 176 Skilled-Sponsored (Migrant) visas or subclass 886 Skilled- Sponsored (Residence) visas. In order to apply for ACT sponsorship, it is necessary to have an occupation listed in the State Migration Plan Occupation List.
For the latest information on the ACT State Migration Plan, access the links below:
- ACT State Migration Plan Occupation List
- ACT State Migration guidelines for subclass 886 visas
- ACT State Migration guidelines for subclass 176 visas
In order to be eligible for ACT State Sponsorship, as well as having an occupation on the list it is necessary to have sufficient English language abilities for reasonable employment opportunities in the ACT, there must be sufficient employment opportunities in the ACT in your chosen occupation, you must have sufficient financial resources to remain in the ACT whilst seeking work and must show a commitment to living and working in the ACT for a minimum of two years.
As well as being eligible for ACT State Sponsorship, it is of course necessary to meet all the visa requirements for grant of a subclass 886 Skilled- Sponsored (Residence) visa or 176 Skilled-Sponsored (Migrant) visa. If you wish to check your eligibility for ACT State Sponsorship, you can contact usfor more information.
This is general information only and does not constitute legal advice.
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