Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)

Overview

The Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) was rebuilt into the "Skills in Demand" visa from 7 December 2024 with three streams: Specialist Skills (high-salary), Core Skills, and Essential Skills (lower-paid roles via the Core Skills Occupation List). Pathways to permanent residence were broadened.

Eligibility

Application pathway

1. Step 1

   Sponsor becomes approved

   Employer obtains Standard Business Sponsor status.

2. Step 2

   Nomination of position

   Employer lodges nomination tied to specific role.

3. Step 3

   Visa application

   Worker lodges application with skills, English, health evidence.

4. Step 4

   Transition to permanent residence

   Via 186 ENS Temporary Residence Transition or Direct Entry.

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Compare Commonwealth of Australia with

• 🇬🇧 United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
• 🇩🇪 Federal Republic of Germany
• 🇺🇸 United States of America

Related routes

• Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)

  Permanent residence visa for workers nominated by Australian employers.

• Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

  Points-based permanent residence visa for skilled workers without employer or state sponsorship.