Understanding Work Restrictions on Temporary Visas
Many temporary visas include work restrictions. These may limit how much you can work, who you can work for or how long you can remain with one employer. In some cases, it may be possible to request permission from the Department, but this depends on the visa, the condition attached and the circumstances of the request.
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The Department will not grant permission simply because the work is convenient, the employer wants you to continue, you need the income or you did not realise the restriction applied. You need to show why the request is available, how the condition applies and why permission should be granted in your circumstances.
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This is where careful advice matters. Continuing to work in breach of a visa condition can have serious consequences, including visa cancellation risk. A poorly prepared request may also fail to address the real issue or may be lodged too late to protect your position.
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GPS Migration Australia can help you understand your visa conditions, whether a work permission request may be available and what evidence may be needed. We focus on giving practical advice before you make decisions that could affect your visa status.
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Our work condition request support may include:
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checking your current visa conditions
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identifying whether a work restriction applies
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assessing whether a permission request may be available
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advising on whether you should stop or limit work while the request is considered
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reviewing employer, role and workplace evidence
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preparing written submissions to the Department
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lodging the request where available
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advising on risks, timing and next steps