Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858) is for those who have attained an internationally recognised record of outstanding and exceptional achievement in an eligible field. It is a permanent visa. Also, you can work and study in Australia and even sponsor your relatives to come to this country.
It can be further distinguished into two streamlines:
To be eligible, you must:
You will need to include documents to support the claims you make in your application and show you meet the visa criteria. It provides evidence of your achievements in an eligible field. Apart from that, the documents needed are given as follows:
You must be either inside or outside of Australia at the time of application for this visa. But you should not be in the immigration clearance.
When to Apply
The visa may even take months to process. So, at least apply a month before you want to move.
Visa Processing Time
The Global Talent Pathway visa is processed in 1-3 months. On the other hand, the Distinguished Talent pathway visa takes up to 8 months or more than a year.
How to Apply
You may apply in a few steps: Create ImmiAccount, apply online and pay the fee. But the process of application can be complex, so you better let a visa consultant handle it for you.
Duration
With Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858), you can stay in Australia permanently, enrol in Australia's public health care scheme and travel in and outside Australia for five years. You may also apply for citizenship if eligible.
Fees
The visa costs AUD 4,180 for the main applicant. There is an extra charge for each family member who applies for the permit with you.
There is no need for extension of this visa as it is permanent. But you may have to extend your travel permit, which expires after five years.
Work
You must be able to work in the field of your expertise.
Multi-entry
Travel in and outside Australia for five years.
Dependents
Include family with yourself.
Citizenship
Apply for citizenship if eligible.