Work in a Specified Regional Area
To apply for this visa you must have worked for one (1) year in a Specified Regional Area.
There is no restriction on the type of work that you may undertake. You could work for an employer or yourself. The only restriction is that the employment must be both of the following:
• full time
• undertaken in a Specified Regional Area in Australia.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics defines a 'full time position' as one in which employment is normally for 35 hours a week. You are allowed to work in up to two (2) concurrent part time jobs to meet the one (1) year (35 hours a week) full time work requirement.
Evidence to attach to your application
You must attach certified copies of your work references for any positions held during the relevant period. Your work references must meet the following requirements:
• the reference should show the official letterhead of the company or government department providing the reference
• the letterhead should indicate clearly the full address of the company and any telephone, fax numbers, email and website addresses
• the name and position of the person authorized to sign the employment reference should be typed or stamped below that person's signature
• the direct contact number of the person writing the reference should be included in the letter
• the letter should indicate the exact period of employment, including whether permanent or temporary, full or part time, position/s held, the main five (5) duties undertaken, and the salary earned – positions should not be described by generic titles (for example, research officer) but according to the nature of the duties undertaken (for example, research chemist)
Other documents which may assist you in evidencing your work experience claims could include, but are not limited to:
• contracts
• pay slips
• tax returns
• group certificates
• superannuation information |