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​2025-2026 MATES VISA
Programme Process
 

1. Initial screening by agent
   1. Language Skills
   2. Graduate in relevant discipline
   3. Relevant professional development pathway identified
2. Application process
   1. Application submission Includes
      1. CV
      2. Motivation letter
      3. Short video as introduction and explaining reasons for application
      4. Workplace and other photos
      5. Agent statement
   2. Video interview with AWA
   3. Provisional acceptance to programme
      1. ACCEPTANCE LETTER
   4. DEPOSIT PAYMENT
      1. DEPOSIT PAYMENT RECEIPT
   5. VISA GRANT -  
   6. CONFIRMATION OF PROGRAMME PLACE
      1. PLACE CONFIRMATION LETTER
   7. FULL PAYMENT DUE 1 MONTH BEFORE ARRIVAL
      1. PAYMENT RECEIPT
   8. Joining and arrival instructions
3. Payment process
   1. Deposit payment to secure place
   2. Visa application process / ballot
   3. Visa received
   4. Full payment due
   5. Arrange / confirm travel arrangements
   6. Arrive in Australia
4. Promotion and employment process
   1. Create online profile
   2. Promote to target employers
   3. (VISA GRANTED)
   4. Continue promotion, confirm start date to identified employers
   5. Arrival in Australia
   6. Welcome and workplace set up
   7. Farm induction course
   8. Travel to role
   9. Job placement and progression planning service, next jobs as appropriate
   10. 2nd year membership available for extension fee
5. Costs
   1. 365 day programme                               $3,700 (deposit $500)
      1. Deposit non-refundable after visa grant
      2. 60% refundable if Visa not granted
   2. 2nd year support extension                $ 700

 

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