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How to Apply?
Application steps: EOI, state nomination, employer sponsorship, lodgement.
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Common questions at this stage
Straight answers to what people actually ask at this point.
How to check visa processing progress?
The primary tool is ImmiAccount — every visa application lodged after 2015 can b… Read full answer →
How long is a visa 820 valid?
The Subclass 820 is a temporary visa, and it does not expire in the conventional… Read full answer →
How long can I stay in Australia with a 309 visa?
The Subclass 309 grants an initial travel facility of 5 years from the date of g… Read full answer →
How to get 491 visa?
The Subclass 491 visa is a points-tested temporary skilled regional visa — and i… Read full answer →
How to apply for 407 visa?
The Subclass 407 Training visa is employer-driven — you cannot lodge it independ… Read full answer →
How to apply for Australian visa online?
All Australian visa applications — with very limited exceptions — are lodged onl… Read full answer →
How to create an ImmiAccount?
Creating an ImmiAccount takes under 10 minutes and is the mandatory first step f… Read full answer →
What is the visa application process?
The Australian visa application process follows a consistent lifecycle across mo… Read full answer →
Can I apply for two visas at the same time?
Yes, but with important caveats that depend on the specific visas involved. The … Read full answer →
How to submit an EOI?
Submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect is a structured five-s… Read full answer →
How to get state nomination?
State nomination is not a single process — each state and territory runs its own… Read full answer →
Can you update your EOI after submitting?
Yes — and in most cases, you should. SkillSelect allows updates to your EOI at a… Read full answer →
What happens if you receive an invitation?
Receiving an invitation does not mean you have a visa. It means you have 60 days… Read full answer →
Do EOIs expire?
Yes. An EOI is valid for 2 years from the date of submission. If you do not rece… Read full answer →
How does SkillSelect decide who gets invited?
SkillSelect ranks EOIs by points score first, then by submission date as a tiebr… Read full answer →
Should you select multiple visa types and states in your EOI?
Yes — and this is one of the most impactful decisions you make in your EOI. Sele… Read full answer →
Can I apply for partner visa while on bridging visa?
Technically yes, but our strong advice is: do not apply for an onshore partner v… Read full answer →
What happens to my current visa if I apply for another?
Your current visa remains in effect until a decision is made on the new applicat… Read full answer →
Can I hold two visas at the same time?
Technically, two visa grants can coexist in the system, but in practice only one… Read full answer →
Can I cancel my visa and apply for another?
Cancelling your current visa before applying for a new one is almost never neces… Read full answer →
Employer Sponsorship Transitions: Key Timelines
For those moving between employer-sponsored pathways — such as from a 482 to a 1… Read full answer →
Can I travel on a bridging visa?
No — not without a Bridging Visa B. A standard BVA carries no travel facility. I… Read full answer →
Can I work on a bridging visa?
Yes, in most cases — but work rights on a bridging visa are not automatic and de… Read full answer →
Can I change employer on 482?
Yes, but the process depends on which 482 stream you hold and is not as simple a… Read full answer →
What is the invitation round for EOI?
An invitation round is the periodic process by which the Department of Home Affa… Read full answer →
What is the EOI invitation round in Australia?
An EOI invitation round is a scheduled selection event — not an open application… Read full answer →
What is the invitation round for EOI in Australia?
The invitation round determines the minimum points score needed to receive an in… Read full answer →
Can I travel while waiting for partner visa?
It depends on which stage you are at and which document you hold. Read full answer →
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EOI & State Nomination: Step-by-Step Application Guide
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