Australia Global Talent Visa – Independent Program
Australia Global Talent Visa – Independent Program
The Global Talent visa is a permanent visa for exceptionally talented and prominent individuals who can enhance Australia’s reputation in their respective field. The program offers a migration pathway for individuals with outstanding achievements, particularly high-earning individuals in future-focused sectors such as: (Resources, Agri-food and AgTech, Energy, Health Industries, Defence, Advanced Manufacturing and Space, Circular Economy, DigiTech, Infrastructure and Tourism, Financial Services and FinTech, Education).
Time to residency
18-24 months
Visa-free travel
190 countries and areas
Passport rank
5th in the world
Residency requirement
2 years in the last 5 years
Taxation
Under $18, 200
Established time
Program launched in 2019
Application Requirements
- Age: 18-55 years old (which may be relaxed for outstanding international achievements and awards).
- Educational level: Bachelor’s degree or above.
- Annual salary: AUD 167,500.00 and above (exempted for the Applicant who has received an offer of no less than this annual salary from Australian employer).
- Align with Australian target areas.
- At least 3 of the following national and international achievements need to be met:
– At least 2 national or international awards.
– At least 2 national or international memberships.
– At least 2 national or international mainstream media interviews.
– At least 2 national or international journals review or competition judging experience.
– At least 5 papers published in national or international academic journals.
– At least 2 applied national or international patents for inventions.
– At least 2 implemented industry or national or international standards.
– At least 2 national or international conference participation experience.
– At least 2 national or international research projects, the total funding amount of USD 690, 000+.
– Hold senior management position in the industry’s well-known enterprises or institutions (located in the company’s organisational structure of three or above).
Program Benefits
- This is a permanent visa. It lets you and your family stay in Australia permanently. After a certain time, you might be eligible for Australian citizenship.
- No proficiency in English required, no landing required.
- Short cycle time, as fast as one and half year to two year to get Australian Green Card.
- No proof of assets required, no explanation of source of funds required.
- After approval is granted, there are no restrictions on the area of residence/employer, and the applicant can freely change his/her place of residence.