You might be able to get this visa if:

• • you have been sponsored by an approved business
    You must be sponsored by an approved business. A business can sponsor someone for this
    visa if they cannot find an Australian citizen or permanent resident to do the skilled work.
  • you have the required skills to fill a position nominated by an approved business.

You can apply for this visa at the same time your employer lodges their applications to sponsor and nominate you.

You can be in or outside Australia when you lodge your application.