How to prepare for a sponsorship compliance audit (and avoid penalties)

When your business sponsors overseas workers, you have legal obligations. The Department of Home Affairs can audit your company to make sure you’re following the rules.

Failing an audit can lead to fines, cancellation of your sponsorship approval, or worse. But with the right preparation, passing an audit is simple.

What is a sponsorship audit?

It’s when the Department checks if your business is meeting its obligations as a sponsor.
They look at:

• Payroll records
• Job duties vs nomination
• Visa condition compliance

Common mistakes businesses make

• Not reporting changes (e.g., worker resigns, business changes address)
• Underpaying sponsored workers
• Missing or incomplete records

How to prepare (step by step)

1. Keep clear payroll and employment records
2. Store all sponsorship documents (such as nominations, contracts, etc.).
3. Report any changes (job role, salary, location) within the required timeframes
4. Regularly review your compliance – don’t wait for an audit

To pass a sponsorship audit, keep accurate records, pay workers correctly, and report any changes to the Department.

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