Work in Australia with Employer Sponsorship (SC482 Visa)
The Subclass 482 Visa (Skills in Demand Visa) allows skilled professionals to live and work in Australia with an approved employer.
If you have the right skills and an employer willing to sponsor you, this visa can be your fast-track pathway to working and settling in Australia, with a clear route to permanent residency.
The Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (Subclass 482) has replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482).
This new visa is designed to better align with Australia’s labour market needs while offering a more structured pathway to permanent residency for eligible applicants.
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The SC482 visa was previously known as the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa. It has now evolved into the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa as part of Australia’s migration reforms to better address workforce shortages.
The Skills in Demand (SID) Visa – Subclass 482 is an employer-sponsored visa that helps Australian businesses fill skill shortages when suitable local workers are not available. It fills the gaps while giving qualified professionals the opportunity to work in Australia and potentially access longer-term migration pathways.
One of the biggest advantages of the SC482 Visa is the clear pathway to PR. After working in Australia:


The Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa is divided into three streams based on skill level and salary. The Core Skills Stream covers most in-demand roles, the Specialist Skills Stream is for high-income professionals, and the Labour Agreement Stream is for specialised roles under government-approved agreements, with some streams offering pathways to permanent residency.
| Criteria | Core Skills Pathway | Specialist Skills Pathway | Labour Agreement Pathway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who Is It For? | For standard skilled occupations facing workforce shortages in Australia. | For highly skilled, high-income roles requiring specialised expertise. | For critical, lower-paid roles under labour agreements with the government. |
| Occupation List | Must be on Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) | Not restricted to CSOL | As per labour agreement |
| Stay Period | Up to 4 years. | Up to 4 years. | Usually up to 4 years depending on the agreement. |
| Salary Requirement | Requires a guaranteed annual salary of at least $76,515, increasing to $79,499 from 1 July 2026 (TSMIT), with annual indexation. | Requires a guaranteed annual salary of at least $141,210, increasing to $146,717 from 1 July 2026, with annual indexation. | Salary requirements defined in the agreement. |
| Genuine Position Requirement | Employer must prove the role is genuine and necessary for the business. | The job must be genuine and full-time. | Must meet conditions outlined in the labour agreement. |
| Work Experience | Usually at least 1 year of relevant work experience. | Usually at least 1 year of relevant work experience. | Experience requirements depend on the labour agreement. |
| English Requirement | Higher English requirement than the previous short-term stream. | Moderate English requirement. | Determined by the labour agreement. |
| Age Limit | No strict age limit for the visa itself. | No strict age limit for the visa itself. | Depends on agreement conditions. |
| Processing Priority | Standard | High Priority | As defined in the agreement. |
| Pathway to Permanent Residency | Clear pathway to PR, usually through Subclass 186. | Limited or indirect pathway. | May have a PR pathway depending on the agreement. |
| Best For | Most skilled workers including IT, healthcare, hospitality, and trades. | Senior professionals, specialists, and high-income earners. | Industries with structured labour agreements and essential workforce needs. |
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Requirements for Applicant/ Nominee
Eligibility Requirements for Employers
Before starting, both the employer and the applicant must meet the eligibility requirements.
✔ Be an Approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS)
✔ Have a genuine position in the business
✔ Conduct Labour Market Testing (LMT)
✔ Offer a market salary rate
✔ Must run for at least 4 weeks
✔ Must be completed within 4 months before nomination
✔ Be nominated by an approved employer
✔ Have minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
✔ Meet English language requirements
✔ Have health insurance
✔ Meet health, character, and visa history requirements
The employer must first become an approved sponsor.
✔ Legally established and actively operating business
✔ No adverse information about the business
✔ Commitment to hiring local Australian workers
✔ Non-discriminatory recruitment practices
The employer must advertise the role to show no suitable Australian worker is available.
✔ Advertise for minimum 4 weeks
✔ Complete within 4 months before nomination
✔ Job title and duties
✔ Required skills/experience
✔ Salary details
✔ Employer name
✔ Posted on platforms like Seek, Indeed, LinkedIn
The employer submits a nomination application for the overseas worker.
✔ The occupation is on the approved list
✔ The position is genuine and necessary
✔ Labour Market Testing is completed
✔ Salary meets Australian market standards
⏱ Processing Time: 1–2 months
Once nominated, the employee applies for the SC482 visa.
✔ Relevant qualifications and skills
✔ Minimum 2 years of work experience
✔ Meet English requirements
✔ Pass health & character checks
✔ Maintain valid health insurance
⏱ Processing Time: 1–2 months


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Skilled workers, students, or professionals who want to undertake workplace-based occupational training in Australia, sponsored by an approved temporary activities sponsor, and meet health and character requirements.
Applicants generally need an eligible occupation, employer sponsorship, relevant qualifications or skills assessment (if required), English language proficiency, and relevant work experience.
Processing times for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa vary depending on the stream and the completeness of the application. In many cases, processing may take a few weeks to several months.
Yes, certain streams of the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa may provide a pathway to permanent residency, often through employer-sponsored visas such as the Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186), if eligibility requirements are met.
There is generally no strict age limit for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa itself. However, age limits may apply when applying for certain permanent residency pathways later.
The visa application fee depends on the stream and the number of applicants included in the application. Additional costs may include health checks, English tests, and skills assessments.
The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa has been updated and transitioned into the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa to better address Australia’s workforce shortages and create clearer pathways for skilled workers.
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The Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa allows Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers when local talent is not available, helping businesses fill critical skill shortages across various industries.
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