Work in Australia with the Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
The Skills in Demand (SID) Visa – Subclass 482, also known as the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa, allows skilled workers from overseas to live and work in Australia for up to four years. This visa is designed to fill job shortages when no suitable Australian worker is available.
What is the 482 Visa?
This visa lets an Australian employer sponsor an overseas worker for a job they can’t fill locally. It’s a great pathway if you have a job offer in Australia and your occupation is on the list of eligible skilled jobs.
Key Benefits:
- Live and work in Australia for up to 4 years
- Study while you’re in the country
- Include your spouse and children in your visa application
- Travel freely in and out of Australia
- Pathway to Permanent Residency if you meet eligibility criteria
Visa Streams
The Skills in Demand (SID) Visa has three streams, designed to suit different skill levels and employer needs:
Specialist Skills Stream
For high-earning, niche professionals with skills critical to Australia’s economy.
Core Skills Stream
For applicants whose jobs appear on the New Core Skills Occupation List.
New thresholds effective from 1st July 2025:
- Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT): $76,515
- Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT): $76,515
Labour Agreement Stream
For candidates sponsored under a labour agreement between an employer and the Australian Government.
Am I Eligible for a 482 Visa?
To qualify, you must:
- Be sponsored by an approved Standard Business Sponsor
- Be nominated for a skilled occupation approved by the Australian Government
- Have relevant skills, qualifications, or work experience
- Meet the English language requirements
- Hold a skills assessment (if applicable)
- Be registered or licensed to work (if applicable)
- Meet health and character checks
- Have adequate health insurance
- Be applying to work only in the nominated occupation
- Be able to include your partner, dependent children, or family members
Key Requirements:
Here’s a summary of what’s needed for the Subclass 482 visa:
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Work Experience | Minimum 1 year in your nominated skilled occupation |
| Skills Assessment | Must undergo a relevant skills test if required |
| Sponsorship | Must be nominated by a Standard Business Sponsor in Australia |
| Health Insurance | Must maintain valid health coverage while in Australia |
| Health & Character | Must meet standard medical and police clearance criteria |
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