Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) Guide
What does the subclass 482 visa guide cover?
This guide covers the key information you need to know about the subclass 482 visa, including eligibility requirements, visa streams, required documents, visa costs, processing times and the application process. It also explains how Turner-Rowe Migration can assist you throughout your entire visa application, with support available in both English and Spanish.
What do you need to know about the subclass 482 visa?
What is the official visa name → Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)
Who can apply to this visa → Skilled workers to live and work in Australia temporarily. It is designed to help Australian employers fill skilled positions where they cannot find a suitably skilled Australian worker
How long can you stay in Australia with this visa → Temporary (varies depending on the visa stream and circumstances)
Can applicants work under this visa → Yes, applicants have work rights in Australia
Can applicants study under this visa → Yes, applicants have study rights in Australia
Can I include family members in the visa application → Yes, you can include eligible family members in your application
Does this visa lead to Permanent Residency → Yes, it is potentially a pathway to permanent residence, depending on eligibility
Are you eligible for a subclass 482 visa?
To be eligible for a Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482), you must meet the requirements that apply to your visa stream, nominated occupation and individual circumstances.
Applicants may need to:
Meet the age requirement (if applicable)
Hold an appropriate visa (if applicable)
Meet previous visa conditions (if applicable)
Be nominated by an approved sponsor
Work only for your nominated sponsor
Have relevant skills, qualification and employment experience
Have at least 1 year of work experience in your nominated occupation (if applicable)
Have a positive skills assessment (if applicable)
Have health insurance (if applicable)
Meet health requirements
Meet character requirements
Have not been involved in any unlawful payment for visa sponsorship (if applicable)
Meet English language requirements (if applicable)
Have no previous visa cancellations or refusals
Have no outstanding debt to the Australian Government
Sign the Australian Values Statement (if applicable)
Important: Eligibility requirements vary between the Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Labour Agreement streams, so not every requirement applies to every applicant
For detailed information on eligibility requirements, please visit the Department of Home Affairs eligibility pages for each Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) stream:
Core Skills stream visa eligibility page
What are the subclass 482 visa streams?
Core Skills stream: The Core Skills stream of the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) enables employers to address labour shortages by sponsoring skilled workers where they cannot source an appropriately skilled Australian worker. To qualify for this stream, you must be sponsored to work in an occupation listed on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).
Specialist Skills stream: The Specialist Skills stream of the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) enables employers to address labour shortages by sponsoring skilled workers where they cannot source an appropriately skilled Australian worker. To qualify for this stream, you must be sponsored to work in an occupation listed in the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) in Major Groups 1, 2, 4, 5 or 6, and the nominated salary must meet the Specialist Skills Income Threshold.
Labour Agreement stream: The Labour Agreement stream of the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) allows skilled workers to live and work temporarily in Australia when sponsored by an employer with an approved Labour Agreement. Depending on the circumstances, it may also provide a pathway to permanent residence through the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186).
What documents do you need to apply?
The common documents required for a subclass 482 visa application include:
Valid passport and identity documents
Skills and occupation documents
Qualification documents
Skills assessment (if applicable)
Licensing, registration or professional membership (if applicable)
References and evidence of previous employment
Curriculum vitae (CV)
English language test results (if applicable)
Health insurance documents (if applicable)
Character documents
Reciprocal healthcare agreement documents (if applicable)
Partner documents (if applicable)
Dependent documents (if applicable)
Important: Document requirements can vary depending on the subclass 482 visa stream, nominated occupation and individual circumstances. Not every applicant will need to provide every document listed above.
For detailed information on the documents required, please visit the Department of Home Affairs step-by-step guide for each Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) stream:
Core Skills stream visa step by step page
How much will the subclass 482 visa cost you?
The cost depends on the number of applicants included in the visa application.
Primary Applicant: $4,015 AUD
Additional Applicant Charge 18+: $4,015 AUD
Additional Applicant Charge U18: $1,005 AUD
Subsequent Temporary Application Charge: $700 AUD
Costs are subject to change and may vary depending on your individual circumstances and any additional charges, such as our Registered Migration Agent Fees.
For detailed information on visa application costs, please visit the Department of Home Affairs visa pricing estimator page.
How do you apply for a subclass 482 visa?
The process generally includes the following steps:
Meet eligibility criteria
Gather Your Documents
Lodge the Visa application online
Attach more information (if asked)
Department of Home Affairs decision
For detailed information on how to apply, please visit the Department of Home Affairs step-by-step guide for each Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) stream:
Core Skills stream visa step by step page
How long will you wait for the visa to be processed?
Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) Processing Times:
Core Skills current processing times:
50% of applications are processed within 69 days
90% of applications are processed within 10 months
Specialist Skills current processing times:
50% of applications are processed within 8 days
90% of applications are processed within 43 days
Labour Agreement current processing times:
50% of applications are processed within 6 months
90% of applications are processed within 9 months
Employer Sponsorship & Nomination Processing Times:
Nomination current processing times:
50% of applications are processed within 5 days
90% of applications are processed within 9 months
Sponsorship current processing times:
50% of applications are processed within 12 days
90% of applications are processed within 4 months
Processing times are subject to change and may vary depending on individual circumstances and the completeness of your application.
For the latest information on Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) processing times, please visit the Department of Home Affairs visa processing times page.
What happens after your visa is lodged?
After your subclass 482 visa is lodged, the Department of Home Affairs assesses your application and may request additional information before making a decision.
The final step is the Department's decision on your application.
If your visa has been approved, the Department will provide you with:
Grant visa number
Date your visa starts
Visa conditions (if applicable)
If your visa has not been approved, the Department will provide you with:
Reason why it was refused
Rights to a decision’s review
Important: The Department will not refund you the application fee if your visa is refused.
How can Turner-Rowe Migration help you?
At Turner-Rowe Migration, we provide Australian migration and visa services in English and Spanish, with personalised support tailored to your goals and individual circumstances, backed by over 8 years of professional experience.
Our Registered Migration Agent helps you with:
Professional advice & personalised guidance
Eligibility assessment, visa options and migration pathway
Documentation support & avoiding application mistakes
Improving the quality of your application
Preparing and lodging your visa application
Post-lodgement support & application updates
Responding to Department of Home Affairs additional requests
Notify you the Department's decision on your application
Contact us today whether you're exploring your visa options, seeking guidance or advice, or ready to begin your Australian visa application.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information published by the Australian Government and the Department of Home Affairs. Australian visa requirements, policies, fees, processing times and eligibility criteria may change. For the latest and most accurate information, applicants should refer to the Department of Home Affairs and the relevant visa subclass requirements.