Employing Overseas Workers

Employing Overseas Workers – Sponsor Skilled Global Talent with Confidence

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Hire Overseas Workers Legally Through Approved Sponsorship Pathways

Looking to fill skill shortages in your business with overseas professionals? The Australian Government provides structured visa sponsorship programs that allow approved employers to legally sponsor foreign workers for temporary or regional skilled positions.
At IME Advisors, we are your trusted employer sponsorship consultants in Sydney, helping Australian and overseas businesses meet sponsorship requirements across:

Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS)

Accredited Sponsorship

Overseas Business Sponsorship

Whether you’re a growing local firm or an expanding global enterprise — we help you become a compliant sponsor and bring skilled workers onboard.

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02 90631618

Sponsorship Services We Provide

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Standard Business Sponsorship

For Australian businesses looking to hire overseas workers on 482, 494, or 186 visas. We assist with:

SBS eligibility check and documentation

Full lodgement and Home Affairs
communication

Post-approval support and renewals

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Accredited Sponsorship

For high-volume employers or government-preferred industries. Benefits include:

Priority nomination and visa processing

Streamlined documentation

Greater flexibility in hiring skilled workers

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Overseas Business Sponsorship

For international companies expanding into Australia who wish to sponsor skilled staff. We assist with:

Business registration and compliance setup

Sponsorship and nomination approval

Long-term migration strategy

Standard Business Sponsorship

For Australian businesses looking to hire overseas workers on 482, 494, or 186 visas. We assist with:

SBS eligibility check and documentation

Full lodgement and Home Affairs
communication

Post-approval support and renewals

Accredited Sponsorship

For high-volume employers or government-preferred industries. Benefits include:

Priority nomination and visa processing

Streamlined documentation

Greater flexibility in hiring skilled workers

Overseas Business Sponsorship

For international companies expanding into Australia who wish to sponsor skilled staff. We assist with:

Business registration and compliance setup

Sponsorship and nomination approval

Long-term migration strategy

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Who Is This For?

Australian businesses facing skill shortages and requiring international hires

Overseas companies setting up operations in AustraliaA

Approved sponsors seeking to upgrade to accredited status

Organizations in tech, trades, health, hospitality, education and more

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02 90631618

Why Choose IME Advisors – Sponsorship Experts in Sydney

Deep understanding of SBS,
Accredited & Overseas
Sponsorship programs

Transparent
documentation process
and compliance protection

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Registered MARA Agents
with years of sponsorship
experience

Hands-on support for
employers across all
industries

End-to-end support from
approval to staff visa
nomination

We help businesses build global workforces – legally and efficiently.

FAQs – Sponsoring Overseas Workers

What is the first step to sponsor an overseas worker?

You must become an approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS). We help assess and lodge the application

What are the benefits of Accredited Sponsorship?

Faster processing, streamlined nominations, and greater access to skilled workers for eligible businesses.

Can my overseas company sponsor employees in Australia?

Yes. Under the Overseas Business Sponsorship program, foreign companies can nominate skilled staff.

What industries commonly use sponsorship programs?

Healthcare, construction, engineering, IT, hospitality, aged care, trades, and more.

How long is SBS valid?

Standard Business Sponsorship is valid for 5 years and is renewable.

Do I need to conduct Labour Market Testing (LMT)?

Yes, for most sponsorships, LMT is required to show there are no suitable Australian candidates.

Can small businesses apply for sponsorship?

Yes. Any legally operating business can apply if they meet financial and operational requirements.

Can I sponsor someone already in Australia?

Yes. Many employers sponsor candidates who are already onshore on temporary visas.

What happens after SBS is granted?

You can nominate workers under eligible occupations and lodge visa applications.

Can IME Advisors help with nomination and visa steps after SBS?

Absolutely. We offer end-to-end sponsorship and visa support.

What is the first step to sponsor an overseas worker?

You must become an approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS). We help assess and lodge the application

What are the benefits of Accredited Sponsorship?

Faster processing, streamlined nominations, and greater access to skilled workers for eligible businesses.

Can my overseas company sponsor employees in Australia?

Yes. Under the Overseas Business Sponsorship program, foreign companies can nominate skilled staff.

What industries commonly use sponsorship programs?

Healthcare, construction, engineering, IT, hospitality, aged care, trades, and more.

How long is SBS valid?

Standard Business Sponsorship is valid for 5 years and is renewable.

Do I need to conduct Labour Market Testing (LMT)?

Yes, for most sponsorships, LMT is required to show there are no suitable Australian candidates.

Can small businesses apply for sponsorship?

Yes. Any legally operating business can apply if they meet financial and operational requirements.

Can I sponsor someone already in Australia?

Yes. Many employers sponsor candidates who are already onshore on temporary visas.

What happens after SBS is granted?

You can nominate workers under eligible occupations and lodge visa applications.

Can IME Advisors help with nomination and visa steps after SBS?

Absolutely. We offer end-to-end sponsorship and visa support.

Find the Right Visa For You

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Contact Info

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Visit Us

→ Suite 1, Ground Level, 80 Phillip St, Parramatta, NSW 2150
→ Suite 10.02, Level 10/46 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000
→ Level 5/15 Moore St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia

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Call Us

02 90631618
+61 422101699

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Email Address

info@imeadvisors.com

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Whether you’re a skilled worker, student, partner, or business sponsor, we’ll help map out the most direct path to your migration success.

Start Sponsoring Skilled Workers with IME Advisors

From SBS to accredited or overseas sponsorship, our team of migration sponsorship consultants in Sydney ensures your business is ready, compliant, and competitive.

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Employing Overseas Workers