🇦🇺Australia
Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858)
Renamed the National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858) in December 2024 — invitation-only direct PR for exceptionally talented individuals in priority sectors.
Required documents
- ·Expression of Interest and evidence of exceptional talent
- ·Australian nominator with national reputation
Things to know
- ·Renamed from Global Talent to National Innovation Visa in December 2024; subclass number 858 retained.
- ·No income threshold — selection is nomination/invitation-based on exceptional talent.
- ·Very fast processing (often <6 months).
Apostille & legalization
Apostille routeApostille only — both United States and Australia are parties to the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention.
Apostille / legalisation
None of the listed documents are civil-status, criminal-record, medical or academic records, so an apostille is generally not required for this visa. Bank statements, employment contracts and application forms are accepted as-is (translated when needed).
Bank statements, employment contracts, photos, passport copies and the application form itself do not need an apostille.
- Obtain originals or certified copies of each civil/criminal record (birth certificate, marriage certificate, police clearance, diploma, etc.).
- Have each document apostilled by the competent authority in United States (U.S. Department of State — Office of Authentications).
- Translate the apostilled document into the official language of Australia — the apostille itself is also translated.
- Submit the apostilled + translated bundle directly to the Australia immigration authority or consulate; no further consular stamp is required.
Translation: Most documents must be translated into the local language by a certified translator. Agency translations are usually accepted.
Issuing authority in United States: U.S. Department of State — Office of Authentications
Documents older than 3–6 months are often rejected. Plan to obtain fresh originals shortly before your visa application.
Last verified 31 May 2026 — reconfirm on the official portal before applying.
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