Global Talent Independent (GTI)
The Global Talent Independent (GTI) visa is a new visa program to attract highly skilled tech professionals in seven target sectors to Australia.
It uses the existing Distinguished Talent subclass 858 visas.
To be granted a visa under the Global Talent Visa Program, a candidate will be highly skilled in one of the 7 target sectors. They will also be able to attract a salary that meets the high income threshold. Target sectors:-
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AgTech
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Space and Advanced Manufacturing
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FinTech
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Energy and Mining Technology
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MedTech
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Cyber Security
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Quantum Information, Advanced Digital, Data Science and ICT
To be eligible to apply for the Global Talent Visa Program under the Distinguished Talent visa, individuals must:
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prove they are internationally recognised with evidence of outstanding achievements
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still be prominent in their field of expertise
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provide evidence that they would be an asset to Australia, in their area of expertise
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have no difficulty obtaining employment in Australia or becoming established in their field
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have a recognised organisation or individual in Australia endorse them as global talent, in the same field as the applicant
Candidates must meet a high standard and show an exceptional track record of professional achievement. This may include senior roles, -patents, professional awards and international publications and memberships.
Places are also available to students who can demonstrate their exceptional talent and international recognition.
Candidates should have the ability to attract a salary at or above the Fair Work high income threshold of AUD153,600. This figure is adjusted annually on 1 July.
In assessing this, we will consider:
- current salary shown through payslips or a contract, or
- future job offers outlining remuneration, or
- recent PhD or Masters graduates in the target sectors
GTI applications require robust well presented submissions
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If you think you are eligible to apply for a GTI, take only 5 minutes to complete our free online GTI assessment form.