Australia · Work Visas

Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)

The Skills in Demand visa (replacing the TSS 482) is Australia's core temporary employer-sponsored work visa, structured across Specialist Skills, Core Skills, and Essential Skills streams with guaranteed pathways to permanent residency.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Professionals and skilled workers with an approved Australian sponsor.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Nominated by an approved Australian Standard Business Sponsor
  • Relevant skills and at least 1-2 years of relevant work experience
  • Meeting salary thresholds (Core Skills Salary Threshold or Specialist Skills Threshold)
  • Vocational to Competent English depending on stream
  • Health and character clearance
Process

How the process works

  1. Employer applies for sponsorship approval and nomination
  2. Applicant submits visa application via ImmiAccount
  3. Processing and visa grant with up to 4 years validity
  4. Eligible for permanent residency transition after 2 years
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Job offer letter, employment contract, CV, qualifications, employment references, English test, passport
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Workers have up to 180 days to find a new sponsor if they leave their employer, offering greater worker mobility.

Official source: Department of Home Affairs — Subclass 482. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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