ENS Direct Entry Visa Assistance

Eligibility:

To obtain a 186 (ENS Direct Entry) visa, you must:

• have an occupation that is on the list of eligible skilled occupations
• have at least 3 years relevant work experience, unless you are exempt
• have a positive skills assessment, unless you are exempt

The occupations list for ENS visa applicants is available here.

Application Process:

Currently, 75% of applicants for this visa are processed within 12 months, with 90% being processed within 15 months. You should obtain nomination from your intended employer, have an English test and skills assessment (see below) before applying for this visa.

Skills Assessment:

Those applying for a permanent ENS (subclass 186) visa must conduct a skills assessment in their relevant field in order to be considered for the visa. The skills assessment must be conducted by an authorised authority and be specific to your intended occupation. The occupations list for ENS visa applicants lists the relevant authority to obtain a skills assessment from.

Other Requirements:

• You must pass the character and health
• If registration with an industry body, membership or licensing is required for your occupation in the state or territory you work in, you must obtain it.
• You must be nominated by the Australian business you intend to work for, and apply for the visa within 6 months of receiving the nomination.
• You usually must be under the age of 45 at the time of application.
• You need to have competent English. See the thresholds and requirements for various English tests here. You are exempt from this requirement if you went to secondary school for five years where all classes were taught in English.
• You must obey all Australian laws during your residency.
• You must have paid back any debt owing to the Australian government, if any.
• You must have not had a visa previously cancelled.
• You need at least 3 years full-time relevant work experience and have a positive skills assessment.