Distinguished Talent visa (subclass 124)
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Distinguished Talent visa (subclass 124)
Distinguished Talent visa (subclass 124)
Australia · Work
What it is
Permanent visa (applied outside Australia) for people with an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement.
Key facts
- Category
- Work
- Duration
- See Home Affairs.
- Application fee
- Application charge, see the Home Affairs visa pricing estimator.
- Processing time
- See Home Affairs processing times.
- Extendable
- No
- Path to permanent residence
- Direct route
- Dependants
- Yes
- English requirement
- functional English (applicants aged 18+; otherwise a second instalment charge applies)
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Key requirements
- Internationally recognised record of exceptional achievement
- Nominated by an eligible Australian nominator
Working on this visa
full work and study rights (permanent resident)
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 25 July 2026.