Australia Global Talent Visa (GTI Program)

A Direct Pathway to Permanent Residency for Highly Skilled Professionals The Australia Global Talent Visa (also known as the Global Talent Independent (GTI) Program) is aimed at highly skilled professionals in selected sectors who would like to live and work in Australia. This visa provides a fast track to Australia permanent residence for individuals with significant background working in industries that help Australia grow in technology, research, and innovation.

Who Can Apply?

You may be able to apply for this visa if you are:

• Highly skilled in one of Australia’s targeted sectors
• Earning (or expected to earn) a high salary above the required threshold
• Recognised internationally for your field of achievement
• Nominated by an Australian organisation or an Australian individual eligible to nominate applicants

Especially PhD graduates, or PhD candidates who are very close to submitting their thesis, as long as you meet the talent and sector restrictions.

Targeted Sectors for the GTI Program

To be considered, applicants must have expertise in one of the following Australia skilled migration sectors:

• Agri-food and AgTech
• Circular Economy
• Defence, Space, and Advanced Manufacturing
• DigiTech (Digital Technologies)
• Education
• Energy
• Financial Services and FinTech
• Health Industries
• Infrastructure and Tourism
• Resources

Key Eligibility Criteria

To meet the eligibility requirements for the Australia GTI program, you must demonstrate:

• International recognition and evidence of achievements in your domain
• ? A demonstrated capacity to contribute to your sector in Australia
• Reasonable expectations to gain employment or establish your practice in Australia
• A valid nomination from an eligible person or organisation in your domain.

Examples of supporting achievements may include:

• Senior management portfolios
• Prestigious awards
• Patents or research contributions
• Professional memberships
• Published work in reputable journals and other relevant platforms

High-Income Threshold Requirement

Applicants must show that they either:

• Currently earn AUD 153,600 or more, or
• Have a valid job offer with a salary above this level, or
• Recently completed a PhD in a targeted sector

This income level is reviewed every year and reflects the Australian high-income threshold visa criteria.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Submit an online EOI to the Department of Home Affairs.

If eligible, you’ll receive an invitation code and reference number.

Submit your online visa application, including documents for your family if they’re applying with you.

Once approved, you and your eligible family members will receive permanent resident status in Australia.

Pathway for PhD Graduates

The Australian PhD immigration pathway allows outstanding PhD holders and students finishing their thesis in a relevant sector to apply for this visa. You must be able to show international recognition and potential to contribute meaningfully in Australia.

How VisaExperts Can Help

Applying for a Global Talent Visa is a document-heavy process, and you will need to have a clear understanding of the strict eligibility requirements. At VisaExperts, a unit of Abhinav Immigration Services, we can help you:

• Confirm eligibility
• Prepare the key documents
• Support the strength of your case with specialist advice
• Ensure accurate and timely submission

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