Secure Your Australian Work Opportunity with the 482 Visa
At Immigrad, we specialize in helping skilled professionals and Australian employers navigate the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) Visa process. This employer-sponsored visa allows businesses to address genuine skill shortages by bringing qualified overseas workers to Australia.
Key Features of the 482 Visa
✔ Work in Australia for an approved employer for up to 4 years
✔ Bring eligible family members (partner and dependent children)
✔ Pathway to permanent residency (186 Temporary Residence Transition stream after 2 years with your sponsor)
✔ No maximum age limit for primary applicants
Eligibility Requirements
For Employees
· Must have an approved sponsor · Occupation must be on the Core Skills Occupation List (Core Skills stream), or be an eligible occupation with guaranteed earnings of at least AUD 146,576 (Specialist Skills stream)
· At least 1 year of relevant work experience (full-time equivalent)
· Meet English language requirements (for tests taken on or after 13 September 2025: minimum IELTS 5.0 in each component, or equivalent) unless exempt
· Satisfy health and character requirements
For Employers
· Must be an approved Standard Business Sponsor
· Demonstrate genuine need for the position
· Prove labour market testing (where required)
· Pay at least the Annual Market Salary Rate and the Core Skills Income Threshold (AUD 79,423 for nominations lodged from 1 July 2026)
How Immigrad Can Help
Our registered migration agents provide:
✅ Sponsorship approval guidance for employers
✅ Skills assessment coordination (where required)
✅ Labour market testing documentation support
✅ Complete visa application preparation and lodgement
✅ Ongoing case management until visa grant
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Note: Immigration regulations change frequently. We recommend verifying current requirements with the Department of Home Affairs or consulting a registered migration agent.