Typical timeline
6 months
Indicative end-to-end processing; varies by case.
- Typical timeline
- 6 months
- Family
- spouse, children to 23
Is this for you?
- An internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in a profession, a sport, the arts, or academia and research — and you must still be prominent in that field.
- A nominator who has a national reputation in the same field must attest to your record on Form 1000. The nominator must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, eligible New Zealand citizen, or an Australian organisation.
- You must be invited by the Department before you can apply. Submit an expression of interest first, then apply within 60 days of invitation.
- Be an asset to the Australian community and able to establish yourself in Australia.
- Functional English if you are 18 or over, or pay the second instalment.
Not for you if
- Lack of evidence of international recognition or achievement.
- No eligible nominator from Australia.
- Failure to demonstrate ongoing prominence or future potential in the field.
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Job offer
IndependentNot required
No employer sponsorship is needed.
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Language requirements
Language requirements
Minimum level: Competent
Accepted tests
IELTS (or equivalent)
Higher language scores can improve competitiveness in points-based or invitation-driven pathways.
Eligibility
- An internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in a profession, a sport, the arts, or academia and research — and you must still be prominent in that field.
- A nominator who has a national reputation in the same field must attest to your record on Form 1000. The nominator must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, eligible New Zealand citizen, or an Australian organisation.
- You must be invited by the Department before you can apply. Submit an expression of interest first, then apply within 60 days of invitation.
- Be an asset to the Australian community and able to establish yourself in Australia.
- Functional English if you are 18 or over, or pay the second instalment.
- If you hold or last held a subclass 491 or 494, you must have held it for at least 3 years when you apply.
Key benefits
- Direct permanent residency for exceptional talent in key sectors.
- No age limit for applicants (if criteria met).
- Home Affairs decides 50% of National Innovation stream applications in 6 months and 90% within 7 months.
- Family members can be included in the same application.
- Access to Medicare, work rights, and education in Australia.
- No job offer required — a Form 1000 nominator with a national reputation in your field is.
Who this program is NOT for
- Lack of evidence of international recognition or achievement.
- No eligible nominator from Australia.
- Failure to demonstrate ongoing prominence or future potential in the field.
- Non-compliance with health or character standards.
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Government fees
Total (AUD): A$6,235
- Subclass 858 — primary applicant visa application charge
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A$6,235
Application process
Process
How it works
Step 1: Expression of Interest (EOI)
Submit an expression of interest to Home Affairs outlining your record of achievement.
GuidedStep 2: Nomination approval
Provide nomination from a qualified Australian individual or organization.
GuidedStep 3: Invitation and visa application
Once invited, lodge the Subclass 858 application within 60 days, with supporting documents.
GuidedStep 4: Health and character checks
Complete all required examinations and police verifications.
GuidedStep 5: Decision and PR grant
Receive Australian permanent residency upon successful assessment.
Guided
Checklist
Document checklist
8 total items
Documents vary by profile; we’ll tailor your list.
Identity & Civil2 items
Identity & Civil
2 items- Passport and national ID
- Birth certificate
Achievements & Recognition2 items
Achievements & Recognition
2 items- Portfolio of internationally recognized work or publications
- Awards, patents, or citations
Nomination2 items
Nomination
2 items- Form 1000 — nominator's attestation of your record
- Letter of support from recognized nominator
English & Health2 items
English & Health
2 items- IELTS/PTE results (if applicable)
- Health examinations and police certificates
Snapshot
Eligible dependents
2 of 4 categories included
2 of 4 categories eligible. Children up to 23. Spouse included. Siblings not included.
IncludedNot included
- Spouse
- IncludedYes
- Children
- Up to 23 years23Yes
- Parents
- Not includedNo
- Siblings
- Not includedNo
Frequently asked questions
Not under that name. On 6 December 2024 it was renamed and restructured as the National Innovation visa (subclass 858). The old Global Talent Independent programme is gone, and the old Home Affairs page now redirects to the National Innovation visa.
No. There is no points test and no occupation list for this visa.
Yes, and it is the hardest requirement. Someone with a national reputation in your field — an Australian citizen, permanent resident, eligible New Zealand citizen, or an Australian organisation — must attest to your record on Form 1000.
No. You submit an expression of interest, and the Department must invite you. Once invited, you have 60 days to lodge the application.
No age limit. But if you are under 18, or 55 or over, you must also show you would be of exceptional benefit to the Australian community.
Home Affairs processes 50% of National Innovation stream applications in 6 months and 90% within 7 months.
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