The types of visas which allow you to undertake the requirements of the Chartered Accountants Program are either the:

• Skilled Independent (Residence) visa:
Highly skilled individuals can migrate independently by passing a points test under General Skilled Migration. The pass mark is 120, or 100 points if sponsored by a close family relative.


• Graduate - skilled visa:
This is an 18 month work visa for skilled graduates. It allows for full work and study entitlements and for the application for permanent residency when the points test is met. Conditions are that you are under 45 and meet the two year study rule (completed in Australia no more than two months ago).


• Employer nominated scheme:
There are a number of ways to satisfy requirements.
1. Skills assessment (available from the Institute) plus three years post qualification work experience plus contracted for at least minimum salary levels.
2. Be nominated for an executive role with a minimum salary of $165,000 per year.
3. At least two years on a qualifying visa (e.g. 457 visa) and the final 12 months with the nominating employer.

You must be under 45, have a vocational level of English, be highly skilled, meet health and character (including family) requirements and have a relevant licence registration. Specific information about these visa options and their requirements is available from www.diac.gov.au.