Leisure, not employment
In Australia, it's generally not legal to work on a tourist visa. Tourist visas are intended for individuals who are visiting Australia for leisure or to visit family and friends, not for employment purposes. Engaging in paid work while on a tourist visa is considered a violation of immigration laws.
If you're looking to work in Australia, you typically need to obtain the appropriate work visa or permit. There are different types of work visas available depending on your qualifications, skills, and the specific job you're seeking. Some common work visas in Australia include the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa, the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189), the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa, and the Working Holiday visa (subclass 417 or 462) for eligible young adults from certain countries.
Here are some additional visa options:
Working holiday visa
If you're a young adult (usually between the ages of 18 and 30 or 35, depending on your country of citizenship) and from an eligible country, you may be able to apply for a Working Holiday visa (subclass 417 or 462). This visa allows you to work and travel in Australia for up to one or two years, depending on your nationality. However, there are limitations on the type of work you can do, and you're generally not allowed to work for the same employer for more than six months.
Student visa
Another option for working in Australia is to apply for a student visa. If you enroll in a full-time course at an Australian educational institution, you may be eligible to work part-time during your studies and full-time during scheduled course breaks. This can be a good way to gain work experience while studying and potentially transition to a work visa after completing your studies.
Skilled migration
If you have skills and qualifications in demand in Australia, you may be eligible for a skilled migration visa. These visas are designed to address skill shortages in the Australian labor market and typically require you to undergo a skills assessment and meet other eligibility criteria. Examples of skilled migration visas include the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190).
Sponsorship by an employer
If you have a job offer from an Australian employer, they may be able to sponsor you for a work visa. There are different types of employer-sponsored visas, such as the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) and the Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186), which require varying levels of employer sponsorship and may lead to permanent residency in Australia.
It's important to research and understand the visa requirements and application process before attempting to work in Australia. Working without the proper authorisation can have serious consequences, including deportation and being banned from entering the country in the future. If you're interested in working in Australia, consider exploring the various visa options and consulting with a migration agent or the Australian Department of Home Affairs for guidance.
Are you looking for a job?
Now that you know whether you can find a job in Australia while on a tourist visa, you should take a moment to check our current vacancies page.
At 11 Recruitment, we have a range of white-collar temp and perm jobs available. We're always on the lookout for top talent to place with our clients, so we encourage you to apply for any positions that are of interest.
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