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- Suite 113/26-32 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
When standard visa programs or existing labour agreements don’t meet your workforce needs, a Company Specific Labour Agreement (CSLA) provides a tailored pathway to sponsor overseas workers.
Our experienced immigration lawyers work closely with employers and the Department of Home Affairs to negotiate agreements that address genuine skill shortages, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and long-term staffing solutions.
A Company Specific Labour Agreement (CSLA) is a formal arrangement negotiated directly between an individual employer and the Australian Government. It allows businesses to sponsor overseas workers for occupations or roles that aren’t covered under existing skilled migration programs or template labour agreements.
This type of agreement is ideal for businesses that:
Get advice today to find out if your business qualifies for a Company Specific Labour Agreement.
Before applying for a CSLA, businesses must demonstrate:
Our lawyers assist employers in gathering evidence, preparing documentation, and ensuring all submissions meet Departmental standards.
Navigating a Company Specific Labour Agreement requires detailed preparation and strategic communication with the Department of Home Affairs. Our process ensures you’re supported at every stage:
We review your business structure, workforce needs, and occupation eligibility.
Our team assists in compiling supporting documentation and labour market testing reports.
We prepare and lodge your CSLA proposal with the Department of Home Affairs.
Our lawyers liaise directly with the Department to clarify and negotiate agreement terms.
Once approved, your business can nominate and sponsor overseas workers under the new agreement.
Processing times vary depending on the complexity of your application and Departmental workload, but typically range from three to six months. Our lawyers can help you prepare your submission efficiently to avoid unnecessary delays.
You’ll need to provide detailed information about your business, workforce structure, recruitment efforts, and proof of genuine skill shortages. We’ll guide you through exactly what to include in your submission.
Yes, smaller businesses can apply if they can demonstrate genuine, ongoing labour shortages and meet all Departmental requirements.
A Company Specific Labour Agreement is negotiated directly with the Department by an individual business. A Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), on the other hand, is established for a specific region and allows multiple employers in that area to access overseas workers under the same framework.