Bill makes paying for sponsorship-related 457 Visas illegalLouise DelaneyMigration & Cultureis it legal to pay for a 457 visa, legislation, Subclass 457 (Temporary Work (Skilled)) Visa, Visa Subclass 457, visa subclass changes2 CommentsA new Bill passed through parliament in September 2015 will make it illegal to pay for, receive, offer, or ask for payment for sponsorship-related 457 visas.