Temporary Business subclass 457 visa
The Temporary Business (Long Stay) (subclass 457) visa allows overseas skilled
workers to be sponsored by employers to fill positions of need in Australia for
up to four years.
It has various conditions imposed on it, and some people have confused these
conditions with other temporary visa classes.
http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/skilled-workers/sbs/index.htm
- Step 1 - The employer must complete an application to become a sponsor.
- Step 2 - The employer must nominate the position to be filled.
- Step 3 - The employee must apply for a visa to be allowed to work in
Australia.
School Fees for 457 Visa Holders
Although the 457 visa is classed as a temporary visa, it must be noted that
it is a Temporary "Resident" Visa, and not a Temporary "Visitor" Visa.
Most States allow the children of Temporary "Resident" Visa holders to access
Government School facilities under the same conditions as Citizens and
Residents. However, it must be noted that the ACT and New South Wales do
NOT.
- NSW charges between $4,500 and $5,500 per child for education whilst on a 457 Visa.
www.schools.nsw.edu.au
- ACT charges between $9,500 and $13,500 per child for education whilst on a 457 Visa.
- QLD treats 457 Visa Holders the same as Citizens and Residents.
http://education.qld.gov.au
- WA treats 457 Visa Holders the same as Citizens and Residents.
www.eti.wa.edu.au (listing of fee paying visas)
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VIC treats 457 Visa Holders the same as Citizens and Residents.
- SA treats 457 Visa Holders the same as Citizens and Residents.
- Tasmania treats 457 Visa Holders the same as Citizens and Residents.
- Northern Territory treats 457 Visa Holders the same as Citizens and Residents.
Note: NSW Sydney Morning Herald Newspaper Article quote from
September 20, 2007:
"A spokeswoman for the NSW Education Minister, John Della Bosca, said 457 visa
holders could apply to have school fees waived"
Medical
If you are from a country with reciprocal health care arrangements with
Australia, (United Kingdom, Sweden, Finland, Norway or the Netherlands) Medicare
assistance is available for immediately necessary treatment. Nationals from
reciprocal countries must therefore also pay the Medicare Levy on wages earned.
Frequently Asked Questions for subclass 457 visa holders
The following questions are answered in a PDF document at
http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/skilled-workers/_pdf/FAQ_457_visa_holders.pdf
- Can my sponsor cancel my visa?
- I signed an employment contract when I was overseas. Is it valid in Australia?
- Can I move to a new sponsor?
- Can I bring my family dependants to Australia with me? Are they allowed to work?
- Who should pay for my medical costs if I or a family member gets sick while in Australia?
- What type of accommodation am I allowed to live in?
- How many hours should I be working? How much money should I be paid?
- What money can be deducted from my pay?
- What do I need to know about Australian workplace relations laws?
- What do I need to know about Australian tax and superannuation?
- Do I have to pay the Medicare Levy?
- My workplace is unsafe. What should I do?
- I am being treated unfairly at work. What can I do?
- Can I join a union?
Other FAQ
Q: Is the spouse of a 457 visa holder allowed to work?
A: The spouse of a 457 visa holder has an unrestricted right to work. Source:
http://webster.immi.gov.au
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