Visa 482
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482)
Work temporarily in Australia for an approved sponsor.
Overview
The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa allows skilled workers to come to Australia and work for an approved sponsor in a nominated occupation. This visa has four streams: Core Skills, Specialist Skills, Labour Agreement and Subsequent Entrant.
Visa Benefits
Work in Australia for your sponsor
Study in Australia (with restrictions)
Travel in and out of Australia
Include family members
Medium-term stream: pathway to permanent residence after 3 years
Access to Medicare (if eligible)
Eligibility Requirements
- Have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list
- Be nominated by an approved sponsor
- Have relevant skills and qualifications
- Have at least 2 years of work experience
- Meet English language requirements
- Meet health and character requirements
- Stream-specific requirements vary.
Application Process
Find an employer who will sponsor you
Apply for Standard Business Sponsorship (if applicable)
Submit a Nomination application
Submit a visa application
Costs & Fees
- Main applicant: $4,015
- Additional applicant over 18: $4,015
- Additional applicant under 18: $1,005
Processing Times
50% of applications: 69 days
90% of applications: 10 months
Restrictions & Conditions
- Must work for an approved sponsor
- Limited to the nominated occupation
- Hold the 482 for 2 years, then if eligible, apply for permanent residence
Additional Information
Apply for permanent residence through the Temporary Residence Transition stream (subclass 186) visa after working for your sponsor for at least 2 years.
Official Information
For the most current and official information about this visa, visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs website.
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