Life events

Coming to work

A job with a company or the Government. Follow these steps in order.

  1. Get an offer of work

    From a registered company, or apply for a Government vacancy.

  2. Apply for a work visa

    The visa is tied to your employer and lasts six months.

  3. Pay the fee

    Work visas issued through Government employment carry no fee.

  4. Tell us if your job ends

    A work visa lapses when the employment ends. Tell the Department within seven days.