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- 15 -1. 1.1 the visa applicant’s skills have been assessed as suitable by the relevantassessment authority for the occupation to which the appointment relatesand1.2 unless exceptional circumstances apply, the applicant has beenemployed in the occupation to which the appointment relates, for at least3 years before making the application, or2. the visa applicant must be nominated to fill a position that attracts a base salaryin excess of $250,000.00 per annum (excluding superannuation or allowances);or3. the visa applicant:3.1 holds a visa of a specified sub-class (including but not limited to a subclass457 visa) and3.2 has worked full-time in the occupation to which the appointment relates inAustralia, while holding an appropriate visa, for at least a period of 2years immediately before making the application and3.3 has worked full-time for the nominating employer in the occupation towhich the appointment relates while holding an appropriate visa for atleast 12 months immediately before making the application.Further, an applicant must be under 45 years of age, have vocational English and meetthe mandatory health and character requirements. There are exceptions to theserequirements.Once the ENS visa is approved, the employee has the right to live and work in Australiaon a permanent basis. The visa remains valid even if employment of the employee withthe sponsor is later terminated.P950592_191.doc