Regional sponsored migration schemeAs at 21 May 2008, the role of the Regional Certifying Body (RCB) for the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) and the Temporary Business Subclass (Long Stay) 457 Visa was transferred from Multicultural Tasmania to the Department of Economic Development and Tourism. For more information please phone: The RSMS and 457 Visa are Australian Government migration schemes which provide employers with the opportunity to sponsor people with unique skills to the State. What is the RSMS? What is the RSMS?The RSMS is designed to help employers in designated or low growth areas in Australia who are unable to fill a skilled position in their business from the local labour market. Under the RSMS, employers are able to nominate people from overseas or eligible temporary residents already in Australia, to fill vacancies. How the RSMS can helpThe RSMS offers significant advantages for employers. Processing is quick and can avoid labour market testing required in standard Employer Nominated Schemes. Also, employers are able to recruit a skilled employee on contract for a minimum of two years. How does the RSMS work?Employers who are considering nominating people under the RSMS may identify suitable nominees in various ways, including:
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