Advanced manufacturing and space
Aerospace, precision manufacturing, robotics. Growing sector with active nomination capacity.
Permanent From Grant · Priority Sectors · Selective Assessment
Global Talent is Australia's pathway for exceptional talent.
AI, quantum, space, biotech, advanced manufacturing, agritech. You have an exceptional record and have been approached about Global Talent. Between the nomination, the evidence, and the Department's increasingly selective assessment, this visa rewards quality over quantity. For complex cases, our Immigration Lawyer Prateek Maan coordinates nomination and evidence strategy.
Priority sectors for 2026
Ten sectors the Department is targeting.
Global Talent is concentrated on strategic priorities. Outside these sectors, the bar rises sharply.
AgriFood and AgTech
Agricultural innovation, food science, farm technology, sustainable systems.
Cyber security
Information security, threat intelligence, secure systems design. High-demand speciality.
DigiTech (AI, quantum, software)
Machine learning, quantum computing, software engineering at scale. Very competitive.
Energy & critical minerals
Renewable energy, battery technology, critical minerals processing. Strategic focus area.
Financial services and FinTech
Quantitative finance, payments innovation, regulatory technology.
Health industries
Biotech, medical devices, digital health, pharmaceutical research.
Defence and security
Defence industries, security technology, intelligence applications.
Education
Leading academics, education technology, research institution leadership.
Infrastructure and tourism
Major infrastructure projects, tourism innovation, hospitality leadership.
Eligibility requirements
Four tests that distinguish Global Talent from other pathways.
The Department is looking for people who will visibly lift Australia's standing in the priority sector.
Internationally recognised talentProminent, recognised achievements. Senior roles at globally significant organisations, published research with strong citation metrics, high-profile awards, patents, speaking engagements at top conferences, media recognition.
High incomeTypically at or above the Fair Work High Income Threshold. For 2026, this sits above AUD $175,000. Future earning capacity also matters.
Asset to AustraliaMust be able to establish in profession in Australia. Presence must benefit Australia (economy, jobs, research leadership, community).
NominatorAn Australian citizen, permanent resident, eligible organisation, or eligible New Zealand citizen with a national reputation in the same field must nominate.
Application process
Two stages: EOI, then invitation.
The Expression of Interest filters cases before the formal visa application. Getting the EOI right is the critical early step.
1
Global Talent EOI submitted
Applicant submits an Expression of Interest summarising international standing, income, and proposed nominator.
2
EOI assessment
4 to 12 weeks. Favourable cases receive an invitation to apply.
3
Formal visa application
Full evidence, nomination, and supporting documentation lodged following the invitation.
4
Decision
3 to 12 months post-invitation, depending on case complexity. Permanent residency on grant.
Global Talent has become more selective in recent years.
Applications with weak income evidence or borderline international standing face sharp refusal rates. Strong cases demonstrate clear contribution to priority sectors with quantifiable impact. Specialist preparation matters.
Common Global Talent questions
The questions we hear most.
For Global Talent strategy, book with Sourabh Aggarwal or Prateek Maan for complex cases.
Does the Global Talent visa require English?
Applicants must meet competent English requirements unless exempt.
Can family members be included?
Yes, spouse and dependent children can be included.
Is the Global Talent a direct PR visa?
Yes, Subclass 858 is permanent from grant.
Can I apply from offshore?
Yes, applications can be lodged onshore or offshore.
Some information on this page has been sourced from the Department of Home Affairs and has been interpreted and approved by Principal Migration Agent Sourabh Aggarwal (MARN 1462159). Last reviewed: May 2026.