Document background
The Sponsorship Offer Letter is a crucial document in Australia's skilled migration program, used when an employer intends to sponsor an overseas worker for a position they cannot fill locally. This document combines elements of both an employment offer and a sponsorship commitment, requiring careful consideration of Australian immigration laws, particularly the Migration Act 1958 and associated regulations. The letter must be detailed enough to support visa applications while clearly stating employment terms and conditions. It's typically used when an organization has identified a suitable candidate from overseas and has obtained or is in the process of obtaining approved sponsor status with the Department of Home Affairs. The document should align with the relevant occupation lists for sponsored visas and meet the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) requirements.
