Subclass 482 · Temporary
Skills in Demand Visa
A temporary work visa that lets an approved Australian employer sponsor a skilled worker to fill a position.
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Who is the Skills in Demand Visa for?
Skilled workers who have a job offer from an approved sponsor. The visa has more than one stream depending on the occupation and salary.
Main requirements
- An approved employer sponsor who nominates you for a position
- Your occupation must be eligible for the stream you apply under
- Meet skills, work experience and English requirements for the stream
- Salary must meet the applicable income threshold and market rate
- Meet health and character requirements
Pathway to permanent residence
Many 482 holders later move to the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186), subject to the transition rules in force at the time.
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Who can apply for the Skills in Demand Visa?
Skilled workers who have a job offer from an approved sponsor. The visa has more than one stream depending on the occupation and salary.
Does the Skills in Demand Visa lead to permanent residence?
Many 482 holders later move to the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186), subject to the transition rules in force at the time.
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Source: Department of Home Affairs. This page is general information only and is not migration advice. Fees, processing times and rules change often, so confirm everything on the official site before you apply. For advice on your situation, speak to a registered migration agent or immigration lawyer.