Modern migration support for businesses

Don’t let processes or paperwork prevent you from hiring and retaining top talent. Find the right people and we’ll manage the rest.

99% 
success rate
Dedicated agents
Fast turnaround times

Seamlessly build a world-class team

At Matilda, we’re modernising the way businesses and HR teams recruit talent from across the globe.

We'll advise you on the right visa pathways so your employee can get to work as soon as possible.

Throughout the application process, we’ll be here to support you and your talent  every step of the way.

What you get with Matilda

Fast-tracked processsing

It takes time and effort to recruit the right talent, but unclear migration timelines can put new hires at risk.

At Matilda we work efficiently, keep employee applicants accountable, and give your team visibility into how long the visa process will take.

Plan for your workforce with peace of mind knowing we’re always working to shorten the delay between offer acceptance and start date.

Support beyond the application

We’ll work with you and your employees as their visa applications are prepared and processed.

Expect proactive updates from our team, a dashboard you can check anytime for progress updates, and unlimited access to consultations with our qualified migration agents.

Unlike other agencies, we provide this support at no extra cost.

Proactive industry insights for you

Australian migration policy is constantly changing and it can be hard to keep up.

Our team of qualified migration agents always has their finger on the pulse of the industry and will keep your business informed.

We’ll always update you on changes to regulations that may impact your businesses’ ability to recruit talent.

How we take the stress out of your application

Matilda and employer

We take care of the technical details such as labour market testing evidence and genuine position statements and set you up for a quick and easy turnaround. You provide us with the required information relevant to your business and the position you need to fill and we do the rest.

Matilda and candidate

We start by assessing eligibility of your candidate and letting you know whether they possess the necessary skills, sufficient relevant work experience and acceptable level of English. We then guide them on what needs to be done and work with them directly to make sure a successful application is made as efficiently as possible.

Candidate and employer

There are key aspects to be worked out between you and the candidate throughout the process - the sponsorship application, nomination application and visa applications must all align. We’ll coordinate the applications so everything is consistent.

We’re all in this together

We ensure there is transparent communication between all of us from start to grant so everyone knows where we are in the process at any given time. At the same time confidentiality on business and personal matters is ensured as we engage both employer and candidate as separate clients.

Applying for a employer sponsored visa with Matilda

Here’s the step-by-step of what to expect when you work with us. You can also alternate between your view and what your employee will experience with us:

1. You’d like to sponsor a candidate to work in your business

Your top candidate needs a visa with work rights in Australia and you need them to get started as soon as possible.

2. Understand which visa is the right fit for your business

We will guide you on which visa is the right fit for you and the candidate and make it easier for you to plan staffing levels and budget.

3. Ensure that you have the right to Sponsor them

Where necessary, we will help you get Government approval to become a sponsor and where possible get you accredited status to make the process quicker and easier each time you sponsor.

4. Check the candidate’s eligibility

We will assess your candidate’s experience and skills to ensure they are eligible and provide guidance on the minimum levels of qualification, work experience and English language ability needed for each position you may wish to nominate.

5. We’ll build the Standard Business Sponsorship, Nomination and Visa applications for you

We’ll create the Sponsorship, Nomination and Visa applications so they meet the Government requirements for sponsorship. We’ll also do the hard work for you including the Genuine Position Statement, Labour Market Testing, Skills Assessment and Police Checks.

6. Final review and lodgement

Our Registered Migration Agent will do the final review before lodgement, submit the applications and liaise with the department until the grant of the visa.

7. Receive post lodgement support

We will work with the Department to respond immediately to any requests for further information, and work with you to ensure you remain compliant with all sponsor obligations so that you avoid any issues with departmental monitoring or audits.

Get your visa!

Take your career to new places

“Matilda made the sponsorship process so easy to go through. They gave clear, helpful advice to my employer and me, handled most of the work, and I could tell they deeply cared about securing my future to live and work in Australia.”

Alfonso

Chef at The Berry Farm
Employer sponsored subclass 186

Our pricing is always transparent

Let’s break down the the key differences of what’s available for you.

All prices below are in AUD and inclusive of GST.

Short-term Skilled Shortage Visa (TSS)
Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (ENS)
Suitable for
The TSS visa is a short-term visa that assists Australian businesses with skills shortages and cannot find Australian workers to fill vacant positions.The Employer Nomination Scheme is a permanent visa that allows businesses to nominate a person from overseas to migrate to Australia permanently.
Applicant visa application fee
The employer and applicant to agree who bears the cost
$2,065
$2,950
$2,765
$3,950
Employer nomination application fee
Paid by business
$1,848
$2,640
$2,079
$2,970
Standard business sponsor application fee
Paid by business
$1,386
$1,980
N/A

Our pricing is always transparent

Let’s break down the the key differences of what’s available for you.

All prices below are in AUD and inclusive of GST.

Temporary Skilled Sponsor Visa (TSS)
Suitable for
The Temporary Skills Shortage visa is a temporary visa that assists Australian businesses with skills shortages and cannot find Australian workers to fill vacant positions.
Applicant visa application fee
The employer and applicant to agree who bears the cost
$2,065
$2,950
Employer nomination application fee
Paid by business
$1,848
$2,640
Standard business sponsor application fee
Paid by business
$1,386
$1,980
Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (ENS)
Suitable for
The Employer Nomination Scheme is a permanent visa that allows businesses to nominate a person from overseas to migrate to Australia permanently.
Applicant visa application fee
The employer and applicant to agree who bears the cost
$2,765
$3,950
Employer nomination application fee
Paid by business
$2,079
$2,970
Standard business sponsor application fee
Paid by business
N/A

Frequently asked questions

How is Matilda different to a traditional migration agency?

We like to call Matilda a modern migration agency. Unlike a traditional migration agent (who typically provide generic checklists and poor communication), Matilda offers practical, personalised support that does the heavy lifting for you and your employee.

Here’s what makes Matilda different:

  • We offer a free 30-minute consult to receive personalised advice on your visa strategy
  • We handle the most time-consuming parts of your application to reduce applicant workload from 200+ to 20 hours
  • We provide a no-visa no-fee refund to ensure you only pay if your visa application is approved
  • You gain peace of mind knowing your application is being prepared by a team of qualified lawyers and registered migration agents
  • You receive unlimited expert support through your application process, with our team going the extra mile post-lodgement by organising tasks like your medical and tracking the status of your application

Find out what to look for when choosing a migration agents in Australia.

How much does it cost to sponsor an employee’s visa?

To sponsor an employee in Australia you will need to cover a number of costs including:

Remember that these costs are not refundable, even if the application is rejected.

How long does it take to get an employer-sponsored visa in Australia?

Application processing times vary significantly between different types of visas. Processing times are managed by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and can change frequently.

As of May 2024, the average processing time for sponsorship under the TSS Visa (subclass 482) is 50% of applicants processed within eight days and 90% processed within four months.

Visit the Home Affairs website to check the current visa processing times for your visa subclass.

Does my candidate need to apply for an employer-sponsored visa to work in Australia?

Not necessarily. While an Employer Sponsored visa could be a good option for your employee, it’s not the only one. In fact, there are over 40 visa options for working in Australia and dozens more visa types that also grant the holder working rights in Australia.

It all depends on your employee’s individual circumstances. Our team can help your employee select the right visa for them while also accounting for factors that may impact your business e.g. visa processing time.

How much do Matilda's services cost?

A unique feature of Matilda is that we charge one flat fee for each type of visa application. We are offering 30% off our prices for launch.

Employer Sponsored - TSS

  • Applicant Visa application (for employees): $2,950 AUD
  • Employer Nomination application (for employers): $2,640 AUD
  • Standard Business Sponsor application (for employers): $1,980 AUD

Employer Sponsored - Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (ENS)

  • Applicant Visa application (for employees): $3,950
  • Employer Nomination application (for employers): $2,970