Employer Sponsored 482

Changing 482 visa employers but the new nomination is in a different stream? Learn why a simple transfer may not work and when a new visa application is needed. … Read More

Labour agreement approved before the TSMIT increase? Learn how DAMA nomination salary requirements work when the threshold changes and what to check in your agreement. … Read More

Filipino workers on Australian sponsored visas may need an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) to travel home. Learn when you need one and how to apply from Australia. … Read More

Applied for a Subclass 482 visa while on a Bridging Visa A but no BVC was issued? Learn why this happens and what steps to take to protect your visa status. … Read More

Your occupation fits the new OSCA classification but not the ANZSCO code used for 482 visas? Learn about the options available when occupation codes don’t match. … Read More

Holding a 482 DAMA visa and want to change employers? Learn about the 180-day rule, switching to a non-DAMA sponsor, and what to consider before making the move. … Read More

If you’re a 482 visa dependent and your relationship has ended, your visa doesn’t automatically cancel. Learn about your options and what steps to take next. … Read More

Want to add your partner as a subsequent entrant on a 482 visa? Find out why there’s no minimum relationship length requirement and what evidence you still need to provide. … Read More

Can your parent switch from a Subclass 870 Sponsored Parent visa to a 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa? Learn about the process, requirements, and key considerations. … Read More

Labour Market Testing (LMT) under a Labour Agreement has different rules than standard 482 nominations. Learn about common LMT mistakes and how to ensure your nomination meets the requirements. … Read More

What do you do when the ANZSCO code for your nominated occupation has no tasks listed? Learn how to use the ANZSCO hierarchy to build a compliant position description for employer-sponsored visas. … Read More

If your business holds Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) approval to employ workers on the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa, you have taken on a set of legally binding obligations that last well beyond the day you lodge the nomination. … Read More

If you move from a 485 to a 482 visa without including your partner, what happens to their dependent visa? Learn about cancellation risks and how to protect your family’s visa status. … Read More

Learn how work experience is calculated for 482 and 186 visa applications, including full-time vs part-time, overtime, and the pro-rata method. … Read More

Find out what happens to your 482 visa sponsorship when your company changes its name, including notification obligations and how to lodge a new nomination. … Read More

Want to sponsor a Retail Manager on a 482 visa? Learn about ANZSCO requirements, proving genuine need, qualification requirements, and tips for a successful nomination. … Read More

Working part-time and applying for a 482 visa? Learn how part-time hours are converted to full-time equivalent (FTE) and whether overtime counts towards the 2-year work experience requirement. … Read More

Planning to sponsor a cook or chef on a 482 visa? Understand the qualification requirements, the role of TRA assessments, and what happens when qualifications don’t perfectly match ANZSCO. … Read More

Hold an Australian qualification and wondering if you can skip the skills assessment for a 482 visa? Learn how the skills assessment exemption works and what “relevant” really means. … Read More

Changing employers on a 482 visa and applying for 186 Direct Entry? Understand the 180-day rule, compliance risks, and why lodging a concurrent 482 nomination is the safest strategy. … Read More

Understand how skills assessing authorities work for 482 visa applications, the difference between mandatory and discretionary assessments, and which authorities case officers typically use. … Read More

Learn what to do when your qualifications don’t perfectly match the ANZSCO requirements for a 482 visa, and how skills assessments and RPL can help. … Read More

Learn about the skills assessment exemption for 482 visa holders changing sponsors, what “employed” means in this context, and when you might need a new assessment. … Read More

Learn whether work experience can substitute for formal qualifications under ANZSCO for a 482 visa, including the 5-year recency requirement and RPL as an alternative pathway. … Read More

Learn about the 2-year continuous employment LMT exemption for 482 visa nominations, what evidence you need, and common mistakes to avoid. … Read More

Find out how long Standard Business Sponsorship (SBS) applications are currently taking to process, what affects processing times, and tips for a faster approval. … Read More

Regional Employer Sponsored (subclass 494) visas carry condition 8608, which requires the visa holder to work only for the sponsoring employer. If they stop working, they have 90 days (recently extended to 180 days) to find a new sponsor and … Read More

When a Temporary Skill Shortage visa holder seeks to change employers, the new sponsor must lodge a fresh nomination. This guide explains how a new sponsor 482 visa works when an existing 482 holder changes employers. How to Sponsor an … Read More

Sometimes employers need to withdraw a Temporary Skill Shortage (482) nomination after approval – for example, if the overseas worker no longer intends to take the position. There is no formal electronic process to cancel a nomination, but the Department … Read More

Employers sometimes hope to sponsor gardeners under the Temporary Skill Shortage visa. However, the ANZSCO occupation “Gardener” (362611) is no longer on the subclass 482 occupation list. This means a standard 482 nomination for a gardener cannot be approved. This … Read More

Many prospective 482 visa applicants worry that incomplete studies will prevent them from claiming an English exemption. The policy clarifies that you do not need to complete a degree to qualify. It is the duration of full-time study in English … Read More

English proficiency is a key requirement for Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482) visas. However, the legislation recognises that some applicants have already demonstrated language ability through their education. The current instrument, F2024L01617, includes exemptions for applicants who completed at least … Read More

Condition 8608 work rights are a key concern for 482 and 494 visa holders changing employers while nominations are pending. Condition 8608 Work Rights When a New Nomination Is Lodged Condition 8608 (for 494 visas) and condition 8607 (for 482 … Read More

Sponsoring existing 482 holder arrangements often arise when employers want to take over sponsorship before a current visa expires. Sponsoring Existing 482 Holder – Lodging a New Nomination Early Employers sometimes wish to take over the sponsorship of a worker … Read More

Withdraw 482 Nomination – No Formal Process Exists Sometimes sponsors need to withdraw a TSS subclass 482 nomination after it has been approved. Maybe the nominee is no longer suitable, or the employer has concerns about visa grant conditions. No … Read More

Gardener 482 Visa Options After Occupation List Changes Gardener 482 visa options have become a major concern for employers and workers following recent occupation list changes. Employers looking to sponsor overseas gardeners under the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) subclass 482 … Read More

The 482 English exemption is a common concern for applicants seeking to avoid formal English-language testing.. 482 English Exemption Through Five Years of Study in English A 482 English exemption applies where applicants can demonstrate sufficient English-medium education. If applicants … Read More

Complete document checklist for Australia Skills in Demand Visa Subclass 482 in 2026. Employer nomination documents, skills assessment, and pathway to PR via Subclass 186. … Read More

Understanding How Skills Assessment Experience Counts Toward Visa Requirements With the introduction of the new Skilled in Demand (SID) stream for subclass 482 visas, questions arise about how work experience requirements interact with skills assessment requirements. The Question: If VETASSESS … Read More

Ensuring Your Child Receives a Bridging Visa When Included in a 482 Application A situation that can cause significant concern occurs when dependent children are included in a 482 visa application, but the parents receive their Bridging Visa A while … Read More

Understanding Nomination Transfer Timeframes and Department Flexibility For subclass 482 and 494 visa holders who need to change employers, the 180-day rule under Conditions 8607(5) and 8608(5) is a critical consideration. Recent developments have brought good news for visa holders … Read More

What Is the TSMIT? The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) is the minimum salary that must be offered to a worker sponsored under the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa. The Minister sets the TSMIT and reviews it periodically … Read More

Understanding the Chef Occupation The Chef occupation (ANZSCO 351311) is distinguished from the “Cook” occupation. To qualify as a Chef, you must supervise kitchen staff, plan menus and possess a formal qualification. This role goes beyond food preparation and requires … Read More

Understanding the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) and variable payment practices is crucial for employers sponsoring workers on a Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa. Some sponsors wonder if they can vary salaries during the year as long as … Read More

When your employment ends while holding a subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa, you only have a limited window to find a new sponsor or regularise your status. Many workers assume that nothing happens until the Department contacts them, but … Read More

A common question arises when employers want to sponsor students who are currently holding a Bridging Visa A (BVA) after applying for a Student visa (subclass 500). This situation frequently occurs when students have pending visa applications and receive employment … Read More

Question For a 400 onshore conversion to a 482 visa, an applicant will have 12 months of post-qualification employment experience by June 2026. Can the 482 visa be lodged in April/May 2026, allowing the applicant to continue working on the … Read More

Losing your job on a Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa is stressful enough, but what happens when you’ve been unemployed for more than six months and your sponsor has notified the Department? Under section 116 of the Migration … Read More

Understanding Full-Time Work Requirements for Employer-Sponsored Visas One common concern for employers and visa applicants relates to the definition of “full-time” work, particularly when company policies specify 37.5 hours per week instead of the standard 38 hours. Policy Framework: Under … Read More

Many Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) visa holders are subject to condition 8607, which restricts them to working only in their nominated occupation for their approved sponsor. A common source of confusion is sub‑condition 8607(5), which relates to ceasing employment. … Read More

Question An applicant applied for a 500 visa and an associated Bridging Visa A (BVA) became active. Later they applied for a 482 visa, but an associated Bridging Visa C (BVC) has not yet been issued. Is the BVC issued … Read More

When a Subclass 482 visa holder transfers to a new employer, questions often arise about how much Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy the new sponsor needs to pay. Can they pay for just one year if the visa holder’s current … Read More

When There’s a Salary DiscrepancyEmployers sponsoring workers under Subclass 482 visas must meet both Labour Market Testing (LMT) requirements and pay at least the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR). But what happens when there’s a discrepancy between the advertised salary … Read More

Labour Market Testing (LMT) is a critical step when sponsoring a worker under the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa. Employers must show that they have genuinely attempted to hire an Australian before seeking an overseas worker. Misunderstanding the LMT … Read More

When a Subclass 482 visa holder leaves their sponsored employment and wishes to travel overseas, several risks need to be carefully considered — even if the visa still shows as valid on VEVO. Key Risk: Border Cancellation Even if your … Read More

The Subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream offers a pathway to permanent residency for Subclass 482 visa holders. One key requirement is holding the 482 visa for at least two years — but how is this calculated? The Two-Year … Read More

One of the most critical conditions attached to Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) visas is condition 8607, which relates to employment cessation. Understanding this condition is essential to avoid visa cancellation. The 180-Day Rule Explained Under condition 8607(5), a Subclass … Read More

Many skilled workers wonder whether they can rely on recognition of prior learning (RPL) and years of on‑the‑job experience instead of holding a formal qualification when applying for the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) 482 visa. Below we explain the ANZSCO … Read More

Many carpenters ask whether the work they do while completing a Certificate III can count toward the two years of on-the-job training required by ANZSCO for skill level 3. Our migration agent 482 visa specialists explain whether this same period … Read More

The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482) is a popular visa option for skilled workers who want to live and work in Australia temporarily. It allows employers to address labor shortages by bringing in skilled workers from overseas when … Read More