GLOBAL TALENT VISA INDEPENDENT PROGRAM (GTI)
The Global Talent Visa-Independent Program (GTI) was created to give highly qualified and talented people a priority visa pathway so they can immigrate to Australia permanently. The goal of the government is to draw top-tier talent from all around the world to what are referred to as “target sectors.”
In order to draw in highly qualified and talented personnel, the Department collaborates with Australian institutions, business associations, and state and territorial governments. Major cities including London, Shanghai, Singapore, Berlin, and Washington, DC all have Global Talent Officers. These officers coordinate with important sectors of the economy to invite people to apply for the GTI programme.
The Department is seeking candidates with expertise in one of the seven target areas who can earn a wage that is at least as high as the fair work high-income criterion or who are high-achieving recent PhD, Masters, or Honours graduates.
A referral from one of the Global Talent Officers or a nominator is required to enroll in the program.
Target sectors
- Resources
- Agri-food and AgTech
- Energy
- Health Industries
- Defence, Advanced Manufacturing and Space
- Circular Economy
- DigiTech
- Infrastructure and Tourism
- Financial Services and FinTech
- Education
GTI Program Advantages
- Priority handling
- no maximum age to apply
Applicants must show they are highly skilled in one of the target sectors and meet the following new Eligibility requirements:
- Provide evidence that they would be an asset to Australia in their field of expertise
- Have no trouble finding employment in Australia or establishing themselves in their field
- Have a recognized organization or individual in Australia endorse them as a global talent, in the same field as the applicant.
How can you apply?
Applicants must:
- Obtain a nominator
- apply to receive a special identification number from the Global Talent Officers
if you are successful in the first two phases, submit a visa application.
How much does it cost?
Main applicant – $4,110
Dependent (under 18 years old) – $1,030
Dependent (over 18 years old) – $2,055
