Frequently Asked Questions
The previous Global Talent Program has been renamed as ‘National Innovation Visa’ in December 2024 has is designed for highly skilled professionals who are internationally recognized in their field of expertise and want to live and work in Australia with a permanent residence processing.
Yes, it offers a direct pathway to permanent residency for eligible candidates without requiring employer sponsorship/state/territory nomination.
Yes, applicants must be nominated by an Australian citizen, permanent resident, state/territory government or organization with a national reputation in your same field of expertize.
Processing is generally faster than other visa streams due to priority processing and small pool of applications for high-skilled applicants.
