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Skills In Demand Visa
The subclass 482 (Skills in Demand) visa is a temporary skilled migration pathway that allows Australian employers to sponsor overseas workers to fill positions where suitable local workers cannot be found.
Benefits of the Subclass 482 Visa
Career Opportunities in Australia
- Work in Australia for your sponsoring employer for up to 4 years.
- Eligible Hong Kong passport holders may be granted a stay period of up to 5 years.
- Gain valuable Australian work experience and advance your career.
Study and Travel
- Study in Australia while holding a valid Subclass 482 visa (government-funded assistance is generally not available).
- Multiple entry rights to Australia for the duration of the visa's validity.
Permanent Residency in Australia
- Opportunity to apply for permanent residency (PR) if all eligibility requirements are met.
- Build a long-term future in Australia for yourself and your family through eligible permanent migration pathways.
Eligibility Criteria for Subclass 482 Visa
To be eligible for a Skills in Demand (SID) Subclass 482visa,you must meet the following requirements:
Employer Sponsorship
Be nominated for a position by an approved Australian sponsoring employer (such as a Standard Business Sponsor or Labour Agreement).
Occupation
The nominated occupation must be eligible under the relevant Subclass 482 stream (Core Skills stream, Specialist Skills stream, or Labour Agreement stream).
Work experience
Have at least one year of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation or meet the specific work experience requirements of the applicable stream.
Skills and Qualifications
Meet the required skills, qualifications, licensing, or registration requirements (where applicable) for the nominated occupation.
English
Meet the English language requirements specified by the Department of Home Affairs or the relevant Labour Agreement.
Salary
The nominated salary must satisfy the applicable minimum income threshold by DHA and be consistent with the Australian market salary rate requirements.
Health and Character Requirements
Complete the required health examinations using your HAP ID.
If you have lived in any country for 12 months or more within the last 10 years, you will be required to provide a police clearance certificate from that country.
Additional Requirements (if applicable)
Some occupations or Labour Agreement programs may impose additional requirements relating to age, work experience, qualifications, or occupational licensing/registration.
Subclass 482 Visa Streams
Subclass 482 visa Application Process
Lodge SBS / LA
The employer submits an application to become an approved sponsor(SBS/Labour Agreement)
Assess Eligibility
Review the nominated occupation and the applicant’s profile to determine eligibility for sponsorship.
Lodge Nomination
Sau khi có SBS/LA, doanh nghiệp nộp hồ sơ xin đề cử nhân viên nước ngoài có chuyên môn cao.
Lodge Visa
After the nomination is approved, the applicant submits visa application if all eligibility requirements are met.
Visa Processing
Wait for your visa application to be processed and provide additional documents if requested.
Visa Granted
Visas are granted for a period of up to 4 years, depending on the employer's proposal.
HOW CAN SKILL DIRECT HELP YOU?
We Support You Every Step of the Way Toward Your Australian Migration Goals
Identify your stream and create a suitable roadmap.
Advice on the most suitable stream to your career path, experience and long-term pathways from a Subclass 482 visa to permanent residency.
Support for SBS/ Labour Agreement & Nomination Applications
Guide employers through SBS and nomination process to ensure compliance with DHA requirements and minimise the risk of refusal.
Prepare the Visa Application
Gathering and preparing all required documents to ensure the application is complete, accurate, and ready for lodgement.
Ongoing Support Until Visa Grant
Monitor the progress of SBS, nomination, and visa applications, respond to requests for further information, and provide ongoing advice on PR pathways.
ARE YOU READY TO START YOUR SUBCLASS 482 JOURNEY?
Book a consultation with Skill Direct to develop a visa strategy tailored to your profile.
Frequently asked questions
Below are our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to help you better understand our services and the migration process at Skill Direct.
1. Does the Subclass 482 Visa require a Skills Assessment?
Depending on your occupation, a mandatory skills assessment may be required at the time of application. If not required, you must still provide evidence of your qualifications and professional experience in your field.
2. My IELTS has just expired; can I still proceed with the application?
Your English language certificate must be valid at the time of visa application.
3. Can I change employers or work for someone else?
No. You are only permitted to work for your sponsoring employer and within your nominated occupation.