adminLast reviewed: 25 October 2026. Visa programmes in Australia change often. Confirm everything on the Department of Home Affairs website.
You may see headlines claiming you can move to Australia and earn $250,000. No visa gives that, and no employer can promise it. Pay depends on your job, state and experience. This guide covers what is verifiable.
Quick answer
- Most work visas need a job offer from an approved employer or a skills assessment, or both.
- The Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) replaced the older temporary skill shortage visa in late 2024. Check Home Affairs for current details.
- Salary is set by the job and by minimum thresholds, not by the visa.
Ways to look for a pathway
- Use the Home Affairs visa finder to see which visa matches your occupation.
- Find out whether your job needs a skills assessment from the relevant assessing body.
- Look for employers who are approved sponsors.
- Check state nomination lists if you plan to apply for a skilled migration visa.
Who can help
Only a registered migration agent, a lawyer, or the Department itself can give migration advice in Australia. Agents are registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA). Ask for the registration number and confirm it on the official register.
Red flags and scams
- Anyone who asks you to pay for a job offer, a permit or a “guaranteed” visa.
- Adverts with very high pay for beginners, or with no interview.
- Contact only by WhatsApp, Telegram or a free email address, with no company website or address.
- Look-alike government sites. Use only the official government website for the country.
If you think you have been targeted, stop paying, keep every message and receipt, and report it to Scamwatch (the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission). You can also email us at admin@jobsbroads.com.
Frequently asked questions
Can I earn $250,000?
Some senior or specialist roles do pay that much, but it is not typical and no visa guarantees it.
Do I need a job offer first?
For employer sponsored visas, yes. Some skilled migration visas work on a points system without one.
Sources and references
This guide is general information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules, fees and thresholds change often. Check the current position on the Department of Home Affairs or with a regulated adviser before you decide or pay. Corrections are welcome at admin@jobsbroads.com.
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