Explore visa options
Learn about each visa type, including how it works, who it’s for, and how CXC simplifies the process for employers and workers.
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AUSTRALIA | VISA 400
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist)
Fast-track overseas expertise for short-term, high-impact assignments
The Visa 400 is designed for businesses needing to bring in international professionals for urgent, highly skilled projects lasting up to 6 months. It’s ideal for tight project deadlines, rare skills, and knowledge transfer roles.
Who it's for?
- Time-critical, specialised projects
- Companies filling hard-to-source skills gaps
- Teams needing overseas experts to train or support local staff
How it works?
- No employer sponsorship needed
- Generally 3 months, up to 6 months in special cases (non-renewable)
- Fast processing via CXC’s immigration partners
What CXC does?
- Manages the visa process end-to-end
- Engages the contractor via our PAYG model
- Offers optional travel, onboarding, and compliance support
Visa 400 - Costs?
Upfront costs: Government visa application fee (fixed per applicant). Immigration consultant/legal fees, which can vary depending on role complexity, contract length justification, and whether dependants (e.g. spouse/children) are included.
Ongoing fees: CXC payroll, compliance and engagement fee (charged as a % of salary). Covers payroll, superannuation, insurances, payment terms, and compliance obligations.
AUSTRALIA | VISA 482
Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Secure long-term international talent for critical skill needs
CXC, as an accredited sponsor under an On-Hire Labour Agreement, can support occupations on Australia’s Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). It’s a compliant, scalable way to build specialist capability for ongoing growth.
Who it’s for
- Companies unable to fill roles locally
- Startups without sponsorship capability
- Enterprises scaling for multi-year projects
How it works
- Requires employer sponsorship (CXC is the sponsor)
- Valid for 1 to 4 years
- Meets salary, skills, and Fair Work compliance requirements
What CXC does
- Acts as the legal visa sponsor
- Manages payroll, super, insurances, and tax compliance
- Supports application via Absolute Immigration partnership
Visa 482 - Costs
Upfront costs: Government nomination and visa application fees (fixed per applicant), immigration consultant/legal fees, and other mandatory charges. Costs vary depending on role, contract length justification, and whether dependants (e.g. spouse/children) are included.
Ongoing costs: CXC payroll, compliance and sponsorship management fee (percentage of salary/day rate). Covers payroll, super, insurances, payment terms, and compliance obligations.
Note: In some cases, a portion of the upfront costs may be payable by the worker.
Final pricing depends on the role and assignment length. A tailored quote is provided after scoping.
NEW ZEALAND | SPECIFIC PURPOSE VISA
Project-based visa for defined business needs
The Specific Purpose Work Visa is ideal for businesses needing international expertise for short- to mid-term assignments in New Zealand. It provides a compliant path for companies to bring in contractors without committing to long-term residency pathways.
Who it’s for
- Companies managing fixed-term or seasonal projects
- Organisations needing trainers, technical support, or setup assistance
- New entrants establishing operations in NZ
How it works
- Project-based — typically 6–12 months
- Requires clarity on assignment purpose and duration
- Allows for role-specific visa allocation without permanent hiring
What CXC does
- Manages the visa process from submission to approval
- Engages workers under our PAYE model
- Advises on contract extensions and compliance matters
Pricing
Immigration costs + consultant costs + CXC engagement costs.
Includes visa submission, worker onboarding, and ongoing compliance .
Quotes available for multiple hires or longer projects.
Who does what?
Compare roles across the visa lifecycle
| CXC | Employer (You) | Employee/Contractor |
Visa process | Coordinates all submissions | Provides role and project details | Supplies personal documentation |
Sponsorship | Legal sponsor (Visa 482 only) | Not required | Not a sponsor |
Engagement | PAYG (AU) / PAYE (NZ) | Pays monthly CXC service fee | Works under CXC engagement |
Payroll & compliance | Full payroll, tax, super, and insurance | No admin burden | Receives compliant payment |
Travel & onboarding | Optional, handled by CXC | Opt-in as needed | Supported through setup |
Why choose CXC?
Expert support from day one.
We’ve helped many organisations navigate complex visa requirements across ANZ.
All-in-one workforce partner.
Visa strategy, application, payroll, onboarding, and compliance — fully managed in-house.
No sponsorship? No problem.
We act as the legal sponsor, so you don’t have to.
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Whether it’s one worker or a full team, we tailor solutions to your growth.
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