Skills In Demand Visa (subclass 482)
- Employer Sponsored Visas
- Skills In Demand Visa (subclass 482)
Who is this Visa for?
You (the applicant) are a skilled worker who wants to live and work in Australia.
An approved Australian employer is ready to sponsor you because they cannot find the skills they need locally.
Your role must fit into one of the three Skills in Demand visa streams: Core Stream, Specialist Skills, or Essential Skills (Labour).
Your employer is eligible to sponsor and support your visa application.
Employer Sponsored Visas
Everything you need to know about this visa
The Skills in Demand Visa falls within the category of Employer Sponsored Visas. Employer Sponsored Visas allow Australian businesses to bring in skilled workers from overseas to help fill genuine workforce shortages. These visas give employers access to global talent while providing skilled professionals with a pathway to live and work in Australia. The Skills in Demand Visa is temporary, and depending on your unique circumstances, can offer a clear pathway to permanent residency.
Key Points at a Glance
- Employer sponsorship required – You must be sponsored by an approved Australian business.
- Occupation requirements – Your role must align with one of the visa’s three streams.
- Visa length – Generally granted for up to 4 years (depending on stream and sponsorship).
- Work rights – Full work rights for your sponsoring employer in your nominated occupation.
- Pathway to permanent residency – In many cases, this visa can lead to PR after meeting certain criteria.
- Family included – Eligible family members can be included in your application and usually enjoy work and study rights in Australia.
You can read more about the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) on the Department of Home Affairs Website
