Global Talent visa – Subclass 858
This is a permanent visa for people who have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in an eligible field.
Basic Eligibility
- either be in or outside Australia but not in immigration clearance when you apply and when we grant this visa
- have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in one of the following areas:
- a profession
- a sport
- the arts
- academia and research
- be nominated by:
- an Australian citizen,
- Australian permanent resident,
- an eligible New Zealand citizen, or
- an Australian organisation with a national reputation in your area of talent
With this visa you can
- work and study in Australia
- stay in Australia permanently
- sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence in Australia
- if eligible, apply for Australian citizenship