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The Global Talent Independent Visa, or the Global Talent Visa-Independent Program (GTI), is reserved as a priority pathway for exceptionally talented and skilled individuals who wish to migrate to Australia on a permanent basis. For streamlined and flawless
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The Global Talent Independent (GTI) visa program closed to new Expressions of Interest (EOI) on December 6, 2024, and was replaced by the National Innovation Visa (subclass 858). The new visa targets exceptionally talented migrants who will drive growth in sectors of national importance.
Launched on 04 November 2019, Australia’s Global Talent Independent Visa Program signalled a major change in its immigration strategy to attract more globally skilled talents. The programme seeks the world’s best-skilled migrants to position Australia at the forefront of global economic trends and massively contribute to its high-growth target sectors.
For interested applicants who are confident of their skills and earnings capacity, the following perks await you!
Remarkably talented and skilled individuals are encouraged to apply if their talent and skill fall under either one of the following target sectors:
The Global Talent Independent Visa Program is an exciting opportunity for remarkably talented individuals whose skills would be of great benefit to Australia and its specific target sectors. This is why applications for this program are prioritised, provided you meet the following criteria:
The Australian Government and the Department of Home Affairs specified critical sectors in need of global talent. These sectors include DigiTech, circular economy, infrastructure, AgTech, and education, among others.
In order to validate your claim as an individual with world-class talent, you must show documentary evidence, including holding a senior role in a prominent company, receiving prestigious awards, and international publications, affiliations, recognitions, and patents.
You must likewise convince the authorities that your skills and talents will be a potential asset to the country, especially in sectors where the skills and talents you possess are of tremendous value.
You must meet the Fair Work high-income threshold requirement of A$175,000 per year. If you are still not earning, you must show potential of earning the said high-income threshold (for example, you are a recent PhD graduate in a fairly profitable target sector or have received future job offers).
You must be nominated by an Australian employer or organisation within the same field. Your nominator must also be known locally and internationally and is a figure of authority from one of the target sectors in Australia.
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Processing times and costs of application for GTI visas vary. It is possible that the fees may change during your application.
The turnaround time for EOIs can take as early as 1-3 months if you are able to establish your exceptional and world-class expertise in a priority field, such as FinTech and AgTech. Processing times may also be shorter for those who are able to exceed the minimum Fair Work high-income threshold of A$167,500 per annum.
Meanwhile, processing time may be slower for those whose applications required more evidence of industry prominence.
The cost for a global talent independent visa application is approximately A$4,710. You will pay more if you are applying with another family member who qualifies. You will also have to pay for a police check, English proficiency test, and health examination, where applicable.
Established in 1888, Parish Patience is one of the largest law firms in Australia, specialising in immigration law. Here’s how a migration specialist from our team can help with your Australian global talent independent visa application:
Let’s get to know each other first and do an initial discussion of your qualifications and eligibility.
We’ll help prepare and lodge your Expression of Interest (EOI) and make sure it ticks all the boxes of what the Department deems an ‘asset’ to the Australian community.
This is a collaborative process that involves coordinating with your nominator and others who can best support your application.
After making sure everything is all good and that every requirement has been satisfied, we’ll lodge your application on your behalf.
Once the result is out, we’ll be more than happy to provide post-application support and help you navigate your next legal steps.
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For the stress-free processing of your global independent talent visa, you deserve nothing less than the expertise of award-winning visa experts and lawyers who regularly present papers in international conferences and skillfully represent clients in appeals processes. Parish Patience is one of the most trusted immigration law firms in Australia and is known for its reputation as a premier provider of legal services in all things immigration and visa.
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frequently asked questions below.
It is adjusted every financial year.The current Fair Work High-Income Threshold is set at A$167,500 per annum.
You must lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI), prove you’re internationally recognised and exceptionally skilled, as well as receive nomination from an Australian citizen or permanent resident who is also recognised in the field or sector you’re applying for.
Australia’s GTI program is great for highly skilled individuals who are internationally known for their talent and/or skill. One requirement is that they should at least have a ‘Functional’ English level, which is equivalent to an overall score of 4.5 in IELTS.
While there is no imposed age limit for this visa, you must establish that you will be of exceptional benefit to Australia with your application if you are under the age of 18 or over the age of 55.
Yes, a global talent independent visa is a permanent resident visa for exceptionally skilled individuals who are internationally recognised in an eligible field or priority sector in Australia.
