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How to sponsor a skilled migrant
Learn how skilled migrants, employers and state governments can use visa pathways to address labour shortages in Australia's construction industry.
Thursday, 30th July 2026
Australia's construction industry labour shortages are making it hard for builders to find skilled workers. For some residential building businesses, skilled migration can provide a practical solution to workforce gaps, helping projects stay on track and businesses continue to grow.
This guide explains the key visa pathways available to employers, including the Skills in Demand (SID), Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) and regional sponsorship visas. It outlines the steps involved in sponsoring a skilled migrant, from labour market testing and sponsorship approval through to nomination, visa applications and employer obligations.
Whether you're considering sponsoring your first overseas worker or want to better understand your options, this article provides a practical overview of the requirements, costs and considerations involved. Learn what your business needs to do before hiring skilled migrants and where to find further support and guidance.
This guide explains the key visa pathways available to employers, including the Skills in Demand (SID), Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) and regional sponsorship visas. It outlines the steps involved in sponsoring a skilled migrant, from labour market testing and sponsorship approval through to nomination, visa applications and employer obligations.
Whether you're considering sponsoring your first overseas worker or want to better understand your options, this article provides a practical overview of the requirements, costs and considerations involved. Learn what your business needs to do before hiring skilled migrants and where to find further support and guidance.
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Residential building industry professionals who hire skilled workers.
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- Where to start
- Sponsoring a skilled migrant: step-by step guide
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- Stages of employer sponsorship process.