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Subclass 482 — Temporary Skill Shortage

WorkShort-term/Medium-term/Labour AgreementPR Pathway ✓

Enables employers to address labour shortages by sponsoring skilled overseas workers.

Cost

$1,455

AUD

Processing

1-4

months

Duration

2-4 years

Work Rights

Full-time for sponsor

📋 How to Apply — Step by Step

Employer lodges a nomination with the Department of Home Affairs
Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority
Take an approved English language test and meet minimum scores
Gather supporting documents (qualifications, employment references, police checks)
Lodge visa application online through ImmiAccount
Complete health examinations at an approved clinic
Wait for processing (1-4 months typically)
If approved, make travel arrangements to Australia

✅ Requirements

Employer nomination
Skills assessment
English proficiency (IELTS 5.0+)
Relevant work experience
Health and character checks

💡 Tips for Applicants

•Start the skills assessment early — it can take 6-12 weeks depending on the assessing authority
•Ensure your employer lodges the nomination before you apply for the visa
•Keep certified copies of all qualifications — you may need them for skills assessment
•Consider the medium-term stream if you want a pathway to permanent residency

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

✗Applying before the employer nomination is approved
✗Not meeting the minimum English score for each band (overall score alone is insufficient)
✗Listing work experience that doesn't match the nominated occupation
✗Forgetting to include periods of unemployment in your employment history

✅ This visa provides a pathway to Australian Permanent Residency

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change employers on a 482 visa?

Yes, but your new employer must lodge a new nomination and you must apply for a new visa. You cannot work for the new employer until this is approved.

What English tests are accepted?

IELTS (minimum 5.0 each band), PTE Academic (minimum 36 each), TOEFL iBT, Cambridge C1/C2, and OET are accepted.

Can my family come with me?

Yes, you can include your partner and dependent children in your application. They receive full work and study rights.

What happens if I lose my job?

You have 60 days (or until your visa expires, whichever is shorter) to find a new sponsor, apply for a different visa, or leave Australia.