Australia offers several skilled visas designed to attract skilled workers from around the world. These visas are aimed at addressing skill shortages in specific occupations and industries in Australia. Skilled visas provide pathways for skilled individuals to live and work in Australia and may eventually lead to permanent residency. Here are some commonly known skilled visas in Australia:

• Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189): This visa is for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or territory government. It is a points-based visa that requires applicants to meet the points threshold based on factors such as age, education, work experience, English language proficiency, and other factors. Applicants must also have an occupation on the skilled occupation list.

• Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190): This visa is for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government. It requires applicants to have an occupation on the skilled occupation list and meet the points requirement. Additionally, applicants must receive a nomination from a state or territory government.

• Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491): This is a temporary visa that allows skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia. It requires sponsorship by either a state or territory government or an eligible family member residing in a designated regional area. The subclass 491 visa has a points-based system, and applicants must also meet other criteria such as age, English language proficiency, and skills assessment.

• Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482): This visa allows employers in Australia to sponsor skilled overseas workers on a temporary basis. It has three streams: the Short-Term stream, the Medium-Term stream, and the Labour Agreement stream. The duration of the visa depends on the stream and the specific occupation.

• Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186): This visa is for skilled workers who have an employer willing to sponsor them for a permanent position in Australia. There are three streams under this visa: the Temporary Residence Transition stream, the Direct Entry stream, and the Agreement stream. Each stream has specific eligibility criteria.

• Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa (subclass 187): This visa allows skilled workers to work in regional Australia on a permanent basis. It requires employer sponsorship and has two streams: the Temporary Residence Transition stream and the Direct Entry stream.

These are just a few examples of skilled visas available in Australia. Each visa has its own specific requirements and criteria, including skills assessment, English language proficiency, health, and character checks.