Distinguished Talent Visa (subclass 124)
This is a permanent visa for people with a history of excellence in an eligible field.
124  Distinguished Talent Visa Details:
| Stay period | Permanent | 
| What you can do with this visa | 
work and studystay in Australia permanently;sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence in Australia;if eligible, become an Australian citizen. | 
| Requirements | Must: 
have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement (and still be prominent) in a profession, a sport, the arts or academia and research;be nominated by an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, eligible New Zealand citizen, or Australian organisation with a national reputation in relation to your area of talent;be outside Australia when this visa is granted. | 
| Cost | Main Applicant: Sub Applicant: 
over 18 years of age: AU $1,910;under 18 years of age: AU $955. | 
| Conditions | No entry before (person). | 
| Processing times | Unavailable due to low volume of applications. | 
(Note: above fees are subject to the final fee charged by the Australian Immigration Department)