Global Talent Visa and Australian Migration Program and Skills

After the outbreak of a pandemic, there is Australian Migration Program get focused on Global Talent Independent Program (GTI) from Skilled Visas. Global Talent visa is a pathway that uses Distinguish Talent subclass 858 visas for Australian permanent residency. 

The quota for Global Talent Visas

In the 2020/21 Migration Program year, the quota for Global Talent Visas increased from 5,000 to 15,000. One should not assume that after increasing the slots standard is decreased, in fact, competition is increased. We should mention here that 3,986 GTI expressions of interest by the Department of Home Affairs from 1st July to 10th October 2020. 

Global Talent Visa is an alternative to subclass 189

There is a significant decline of places for the Skilled Migration Program so the GTI Program is preferred for Skilled Migrants. Along with this, the process for Skilled Independent subclass 189 visa is becoming increasingly competitive. This skill visa is favorable for skilled applicants as it provides permanent residence and there is even no need for state nomination or employer sponsorship. But lodging Expressions of Interest in SkillSelect so competition is higher. 

GTI program has fewer requirements than subclass 189 and does not need positive skills Assessment. Global Talent Visa attracts highly skilled individuals which can help the Australian economy. GTI Program is indeed an attractive option for eligible graduates in the following field: 

• Resources
• Agri-food and AgTech
• Energy
• Health industries
• Defense, advanced manufacturing, and space
• Circular economy
• DigiTech
• Infrastructure and tourism
• Financial services and FinTech
• Education​