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Unlocking Innovation: Exciting New Visa Pathways for UK's Brightest Minds!

20 Sep 2023


The new 403 Innovation and Early Careers Skills Exchange Pilot (IECSEP) offers visa pathways for UK's young and bright.



Streams

  • Innovation Stream:

    • UK citizens

    • no age-cap

    • up to three years of stay

    • a demonstrated contribution to innovation

    • highly skilled

    • highly experienced

    • current or prospective employment in Australia in an occupation defined at the ANZSCO Skill Level 1

  • Early Careers Stream:

    • UK citizens

    • aged between 21 to 45 inclusive at the time of application

    • up to 12 months of stay

    • tertiary qualified

    • having worked for at least 3 months in their current role

    • having a prospective employment in Australia

      • relevant to the applicant’s field of work in their current role

      • in an occupation defined at the ANZSCO1 Skill Levels 1, 2 or 3

Application

  • Open for submissions with a current closing date set for 20 November 2023.

  • There are 1000 slots available for 2023-24 and 2000 for 2024-25.

Conditions

  • Applicants must have confirmed employment in Australia at the time of applying.

  • Employment with the initial Australian employer must be maintained throughout the visa duration.

  • For those in regulated occupations in Australia, a valid Australian occupational license without restrictions or conditions is mandatory.

Application Process

  • Step 1: Confirm eligibility and employment in Australia

  • Step 2: Obtain a support letter from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)

  • Step 3: Apply for the Temporary Work (International Relations) subclass 403 visa (Government Agreement stream) via the Department of Home Affairs

Recommendation

For those interested in exploring these new pathways, it's advised to review the comprehensive IECSEP Guidebook. This contains detailed guidelines and instructions for both prospective applicants and Australian employers.

This legal update serves to inform about the latest visa opportunities between the UK and Australia. Always refer to official channels for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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