End-to-End Visa Solutions for Healthcare Organisations, Hospitals, Medical Practices, and Health Professionals

At Work Visa Lawyers, we specialise in simplifying the Australian migration process for healthcare professionals and healthcare employers, including corporate HR teams, hospital recruiters, medical practices, aged care facilities, and disability service organisations.

Based in Adelaide, South Australia, our experienced team of immigration lawyers and registered migration agents has been supporting both individuals and organisations across Australia and worldwide since 2011.

Whether you are a skilled healthcare worker seeking permanent residency or a healthcare employer looking to sponsor international staff, we provide comprehensive, tailored migration solutions to meet your needs.

How We Help Healthcare Employers and Health Professionals

We make it easier for healthcare providers to recruit and retain international talent and for professionals to secure the right visa pathway.

For Employers:

• Reduce the complexity of the sponsorship process
• Meet compliance and HR requirements
• Build a stable, long-term workforce strategy
• Navigate visa options including DAMA and regional concessions

Who We Help

We provide expert visa services to a wide range of health sector clients, including:

• Public and private hospitals
• Corporate healthcare groups
• General medical and specialist practices
• Aged care and nursing homes
• Disability service providers
• Regional and rural health facilities
• Allied health organisations

For Healthcare Professionals:

• Assist with AHPRA registration and skills assessments
• Visa eligibility checks and selection of best-fit pathways
• Full visa application preparation and submission

Who We Help

We provide expert visa services to a wide range of health sector clients, including:

• Registered Nurses and Midwives
• General Practitioners (GPs)
• Medical Specialists (e.g., physiotherapists, psychologists)
• Pharmacists
• Medical Scientists
• Aged care and disability support workers
• Social workers and carers

Visa Services for Healthcare Employers and HR Managers

We assist businesses across the health sector with:

• Becoming an approved Standard Business Sponsor
• Preparing and lodging employer nominations for 482 visa, 186 visa, 494 visa and DAMA pathways
• Ensuring HR compliance and sponsorship obligations
• Providing strategic advice on workforce planning and immigration policy
• Supporting employee visa applications and renewals

We understand the pressing staff shortages across the healthcare industry and help employers build sustainable workforce pipelines with skilled international professionals.

Employer-Sponsored Visa Options

Many healthcare professionals apply for Australian visas through employer sponsorship:

Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa

• For skilled workers sponsored by an approved employer.
• Allows up to 4 years of temporary stay and can lead to Permanent Residency after 2 years
• Occupation must be on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)
• English test required

Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa

A permanent visa for skilled workers sponsored by their employer.

Direct Entry Stream:

• Must be under 45 years old (unless exemptions apply)
• Have at least 3 years of full-time work experience
• Hold a positive skills assessment
• Have at least competent English
• Have an occupation on the Consolidated Skilled Occupation List (CSOL)

Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) Stream:

• Must hold a Subclass 482 visa for at least 2 years
• Be under 45 years old (unless exemptions apply)
• Have at least competent English

Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa

• For positions located in regional areas.
• Offers a pathway to PR after 3 years.

Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)

DAMA programs offer special concessions, including:

• Increased age limit (up to 55 years)
• Lower salary thresholds (TSMIT concessions, usually 10% lower)
• Reduced English and work experience requirements
• Over 400 occupations available (varies by region)

We regularly assist with DAMA applications in South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia, and other regions.

We have many videos on our YouTube explaining the DAMAs.

Skilled Visa Options

For eligible health professionals without employer sponsorship, skilled visas may be an alternative. To apply, you must receive an invitation from the Australian Government or a state/territory government. These visas are points-tested and based on eligibility criteria such as age, English proficiency, education, work experience, and other factors:

Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa

• Does not require state or employer sponsorship
• Points-tested permanent visa
• Requires a suitable skills assessment for an occupation on the MLTSSL (Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List).

Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa

• Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory government
• Points-tested permanent visa
• Requires your occupation to be on the state/territory occupation list
• Applicants must commit to living and working in the nominating state/territory for at least two years 

Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

• Requires nomination by a state/territory or sponsorship by an eligible family member living in a designated regional area
• Valid for 5 years with a pathway to permanent residency after 3 years via the Subclass 191
• Requires your occupation to be on a regional occupation list
• Must live, work, and study in a regional area of Australia

To qualify for these skilled visas, you must:

• Have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list
• Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority
• Meet the minimum points threshold (currently 65 points)
• Meet English language (at least competent English)
• Meet health and character requirements

Why Choose Work Visa Lawyers?

With over a decade of experience in employer-sponsored and skilled migration, Work Visa Lawyers offers a proven track record assisting healthcare professionals and businesses. We provide end-to-end legal guidance tailored to the health industry, with a multilingual team supporting clients across time zones.

Our clear advice, fast response times, and strong client service philosophy ensure you're in capable hands from start to finish.

Get Started

Are you a healthcare employer looking to sponsor international staff?
Are you a qualified healthcare worker aiming to live and work in Australia?

Work Visa Lawyers offers strategic, compliant, and results-driven migration support tailored to the health sector.

Contact us to book a consultation.
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Let us support your migration journey to a successful healthcare future in Australia.