Visa Sponsored Jobs in Australia 2026
Australia’s employer-sponsored pathway lets skilled workers live and work for several years with a genuine route to permanent residency. GoBroad tracks the skilled occupation list and points-test reforms and lists sponsored tech roles.
Processing time
1–5 months (typical)
Route to PR
Route to PR via employer sponsorship or points-based streams
Australia work visa programs
The main sponsored routes to work in Australia — GoBroad tracks every change to these programs.
Skills in Demand (subclass 482)
Employer-sponsored visa to work in Australia for up to four years, with a route to PR.
Skilled Independent (subclass 189)
Points-tested visa for skilled workers without employer sponsorship.
Graduate visa (subclass 485)
Post-study work route of 2–4 years depending on qualification and region.
In-demand sectors sponsoring visas in Australia
Frequently asked questions
What is the subclass 482 visa?
The Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa is Australia’s main employer-sponsored work visa, allowing sponsored workers to stay for up to four years with a pathway to permanent residency.
Are software engineers on Australia’s skilled occupation list?
Software and data roles feature on priority migration lists. GoBroad tracks occupation-list changes so you know when your role qualifies.
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