Australian English dictionary
713 words with plain-English meanings, examples and translations.
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Visas & migration
3 entriesskilled visa
nounA visa for workers with skills needed in Australia, often requiring a skills assessment.
He applied for a skilled visa as an electrician.
An official check of whether your qualifications and experience meet Australian standards, often needed for visas.
An engineer may need a skills assessment for a skilled visa.
student visa
nounA visa that allows international students to study full-time in Australia, with conditions.
Her student visa allows limited work hours during semester.