Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482)

The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa – Subclass 482 allows Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers to fill positions they cannot source locally. This visa is designed to address labor shortages and offers a pathway to temporary work and, in some cases, permanent residency.

Key Benefits of the Subclass 482 Visa

• Live and Work in Australia
  Stay for 2 to 4 years, depending on the stream and occupation
• Employer Sponsorship
  Work for an approved Australian employer in a nominated skilled occupation
• Bring Your Family
  Include your partner and dependent children in your visa application
• Pathway to Permanent Residency
  Eligible applicants may transition to Subclass 186 or other PR visas
• Multiple Entry
  Travel in and out of Australia freely during the visa validity.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Subclass 482 visa, you must meet the following requirements:

For Applicants

• Be nominated by an approved sponsor for a skilled position.
• Have an occupation listed on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), or Regional Occupation List (ROL).
• Possess at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Meet English language requirements (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent).
• Pass health and character checks.

For Employers

• Be an approved Standard Business Sponsor.
• Conduct Labour Market Testing (LMT) to prove no suitable Australian worker is available.
• Pay the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy based on business turnover.

Visa Streams

There are three main streams under the Subclass 482 visa:

Short-Term Stream

• Valid for up to 2 years (or 4 years if an international trade obligation applies).
• Occupation must be on the STSOL.
• No direct pathway to PR.

Medium-Term Stream

• Valid for up to 4 years
• Occupation must be on the MLTSSL or ROL.
• Eligible for PR via Subclass 186 after 3 years.

Labour Agreement Stream

• For employers with a formal labour agreement with the Australian Government.
• Conditions and occupations may vary.

Visa Conditions

Once granted, the Subclass 482 visa comes with the following conditions:

• Work Restrictions
  You must work only for your sponsoring employer in the nominated occupation
• Health Insurance
  Maintain adequate health insurance during your stay
• No Age Limit
  There is no age restriction for this visa
• Visa Duration
  Depends on the stream and occupation—generally 2 to 4 years.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)