Why Foreign Worker Sponsorship May Be Attractive for Your Business?
This post reflects the legal landscape as of the date of publication. Laws may have changed since then. Please consult a legal professional for current information and personalised advice.
- Staff retention
Some people job hop, constantly looking for more money or just taking the employer’s training and leaving as soon as there is something more exciting. If a 482-visa holder ceases to work for their sponsor for more than 180 days, their visa can be liable for cancellation, so staff retention is typically better. The 482 visa is temporary for up to four years. After they have worked with their sponsor for two years on their 482 visa there is often the option for the sponsoring employer to sponsor them for permanent residency. This is the goal of most 482 workers.
- What if it doesn’t work out
A business can fire a foreign worker in exactly the same way they would an Australian. There is no extra commitment to keep them on just because you are their visa sponsor. You may however have an obligation to notify the Department if you terminate a visa holder’s employment. For all obligations see this link.
- Incentive to perform
Some people get complaisant in their job and can let their performance slide. 482 workers want you to sponsor them for permanent residency and know that you won’t want to unless they are great at their job. They have an incentive to continue to impress in the workplace that others do not have.
- Tap into a new market
Bringing overseas experience to the workplace can present amazing opportunities for your business. Whether it is a new taste in your kitchen, someone with a second language who can tap into a new sales market for you or a style of tiling or painting that is different in the market, there are all advantages that a foreign worker can offer to help you boost your bottom line.
How much time and money?
- The government sponsorship application fee is $420 once off for typically a 5-year validity period and nomination fee $330 for each candidate. There is also a Training Levy of $1,200-$1,800 for each year of nomination. The current minimum salary for most employer sponsored visas is $73,150p.a + super.
- We can assist you through the whole process; we just need you to provide us with some documents and information.
How to get started?
Whether you have a candidate already in mind, or are searching for your next star employee, we can assist you through the process from start to finish. Contact us today to find out how we can assist you in securing a foreign worker as part of your team. In some limited instances we are able to introduce you to skilled workers interested in obtaining visa sponsorship.