irishbird

Thanks Rupert. I just wanted to check that I wasn't in a position where I would only be allowed to work in one specific occupation for the duration of my stay in Aus. I have varied skills, qualifications and experience. It isn't my intention to chop and change! I will look into a permanent visa once I have worked here for a couple of years as the DIAC guidance suggests can be done. I have every intention of staying within the rules of the visa. I called immigration this morning and they confirmed that this is perfectly allowed within the rules as long as I can prove I've the skills for any position I hold under the visa. They said I would need a new nomination if I change jobs but not an entirely new visa. They said exactly the same as Adam Grey above. thanks again everyone

thank you Adam, I like that answer better!! Lol! At least I wont be trapped in the same occupation forever! :biggrin:

thank you very much, very clear advice there! Looks like changing roles could be expensive then!! Maybe I should keep my wanderlust to a minimum!

Thank you, that's what I thought. The DIAC website isn't clear about whether you have to do a new application for a change of job. I've got skills & experience in a few different area's and just wanted to keep options open if possible. thanks again :cute:

Dear Knowledgable People! I'm currently on a visitor visa in Aus but would like to stay and legitimately work. I've been offered a job here on a 457 visa. Could someone please confirm for me - as an employer sponsored visa, the 457 will be specifically for the sole occupation of the job offered - is this correct? This role is a stop-gap for me and it is very likely that I'll want to move on to another type of occupation before the 4 years is up. I have these questions in addition if anyone can help: - If I change my occupation before the end date of my visa, do I have to apply for a new visa all over again from scratch? Or could any new employer continue the sponsorship even though it's a new type of job? - Are there any conditions on the visa that I have to work for the original sponsor/employer for a specific amount of time before I can move on? And if so what is it? - Does anyone know if I can work voluntarily for an employer who sponsors me, or do they have to pay a salary as part of the visa conditions? Many thanks guys!