This page is a guide to every visa stream we handle at Genuine Migration. Each section links to a detailed page covering eligibility, processing times, costs, and what makes a strong application.
Skilled Migration
Points-tested permanent visas for people who meet Australia's skills and English thresholds. The three main subclasses are the Skilled Independent visa (189), Skilled Nominated visa (190), and Skilled Work Regional visa (491). Most applicants start with an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect.
South Australia nominates workers through the SA Skilled and Business Migration program. If your occupation is on the SA skills list, state nomination adds 5 points (190) or 15 points (491) to your score.
Skilled Migration →Employer Sponsored Visas
For workers sponsored by an Australian employer. The Temporary Skill Shortage visa (482) is the most common short-term option. The Employer Nomination Scheme (186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (494) lead to permanent residence.
We assist both employers — with Standard Business Sponsorship approval and nomination — and sponsored workers who want to review their nomination before lodging.
Employer Sponsored →Partner and Family Visas
Australia allows citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their partner, parents, and certain other family members. Partner visas (820/801 onshore; 309/100 offshore) are among the most document-intensive applications in the system. The evidentiary requirements across four relationship categories are substantial — financial, household, social, and commitment.
Partner Visa → Family & Parent →Student and Graduate Visas
The Student visa (500) covers full-time study at CRICOS-registered Australian institutions. The Temporary Graduate visa (485) allows recent graduates to live and work in Australia after completing their studies — and for many, it's the first step toward permanent residence.
Student & Graduate →Business and Investor Visas
The Business Innovation and Investment program (subclasses 188/888) is for applicants with a business track record or investment capacity. Most streams require state nomination and a points test. The Significant Investor stream ($5M in complying investments) does not require a points test.
Business & Investor →Visitor Visas
The Visitor visa (600) covers tourism, family visits, and approved medical treatment. Applications look simple but are frequently refused when the case for genuine temporary intent is not properly documented. If your visitor visa has been refused, we can review the decision and advise on reapplication.
Visitor Visa →Child Visas
Subclasses 101, 102, and 445 cover dependent children joining a parent in Australia. The requirements differ depending on whether the parent holds a temporary or permanent visa, and whether the child is being adopted.
Child Visa →Global Talent Visa
The Global Talent visa (858) is for exceptional individuals in targeted sectors — AI, FinTech, MedTech, AgriFood, advanced manufacturing, and others. No job offer required, no age limit, but the evidence threshold for demonstrating exceptional talent is high.
Global Talent →Protection, Refugee and Asylum Seeker Visas
Australia's protection framework covers the Protection visa (866) for people in Australia, offshore refugee and humanitarian visas (200–204) for people overseas, and Temporary Protection visas for certain irregular arrivals. These applications require detailed legal preparation and are handled with full confidentiality.
Protection Visa → Refugee Visa →Medical Treatment Visa
The Medical Treatment visa (602) covers people who need to come to Australia for medical or dental treatment, or to donate an organ. A letter from an Australian treating practitioner is required.
Medical Treatment →