Become an Approved Sponsor — We Handle Everything

What Is a Standard Business Sponsorship?

Before an Australian employer can nominate and sponsor an overseas worker on a 482, 494, or 186 visa, they must first become an approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) with the Department of Home Affairs. This sponsorship approval lasts for five years and is a prerequisite for all employer-sponsored visa pathways.

The application requires demonstrating that your business is lawfully operating in Australia, is financially viable, and has a genuine need for overseas workers. Businesses of all sizes can apply, from sole traders through to large corporations.

Our Sponsorship Application Process

We manage the entire Standard Business Sponsorship application on your behalf, ensuring every detail is correct before lodgement. Our process is designed to minimise delays and maximise your chance of first-time approval.

Step 1: Initial Assessment

We review your business structure, financials, and staffing requirements to confirm eligibility. We identify any potential issues early and advise on how to address them before lodgement.

Step 2: Document Collection

We provide you with a tailored checklist of required documents and guide you through gathering everything needed. This typically includes:

• Certificate of registration or incorporation (ASIC extract)
• ABN and ACN details
• Latest financial statements or tax returns
• Evidence of business operations (contracts, invoices, website)
• Organisational chart and staffing details
• Evidence of training commitment for Australian workers

Step 3: Application Preparation and Lodgement

We prepare the complete application, draft supporting submissions addressing each criterion, and lodge the application through ImmiAccount on your behalf. Every document is reviewed for accuracy and completeness before submission.

Step 4: Post-Lodgement Support

After lodgement, we monitor the application status and respond to any requests for additional information from the Department. We keep you informed at every stage until approval is granted.

What We Handle For You

• Full eligibility assessment for your business
• Preparation of all forms and supporting documents
• Drafting of written submissions addressing sponsorship criteria
• ImmiAccount lodgement and fee payment coordination
• Responding to Department requests for further information
• Ongoing communication and status updates throughout processing

Costs and Government Fees

The government charges a fee for the Standard Business Sponsorship application. Our professional service fee covers the full end-to-end management of your application.

Fee Type	Amount
Government Application Fee (SBS)	$420
Professional Service Fee	Contact us for a quote

Typical Timeline

The processing time for a Standard Business Sponsorship application is typically one to three months from lodgement. However, the total timeline depends on how quickly documents are gathered and whether the Department requests additional information.

Stage	Estimated Time
Document collection and preparation	1 to 2 weeks
Application lodgement	Same day once documents are ready
Department processing	1 to 3 months

Why Use SponsorTalent?

Sponsorship applications that are incomplete or poorly documented face delays and potential refusal. Our registered migration agent ensures your application is thoroughly prepared, correctly lodged, and professionally managed from start to finish. We have helped businesses across multiple industries secure their sponsorship approval efficiently.