The Subclass 482 visa allows Australian employers to sponsor skilled workers from overseas to fill positions they cannot find suitably qualified Australians for.

What is the Employer 
The Subclass 186 visa is a permanent visa that allows skilled workers to be nominated by an employer for a position in Australia.

The Subclass 187 visa allowed employers in regional Australia to sponsor skilled workers for permanent residency, but it has been replaced by the Subclass 494 visa.

The Subclass 494 visa is a temporary visa that allows skilled workers to be sponsored by an employer in regional Australia to live and work in Australia for up to 5 years.

No, the Subclass 187 visa has been replaced by the Subclass 494 visa as part of changes to regional migration.

The Subclass 482 visa is valid for up to 4 years for Medium-Term stream occupations and up to 2 years for Short-Term stream occupations.

The Subclass 494 visa is valid for up to 5 years, after which visa holders may apply for permanent residency.

Yes, after meeting certain conditions, such as working for the same employer for 3 years, you may apply for permanent residency through the Subclass 186 (ENS) or 191 (PR Regional) visa.

A skills assessment is required for some occupations and streams, depending on the visa and occupation.

Employers must meet the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), which is currently AUD 53,900 per year, to sponsor a worker.

The Subclass 482 visa has three streams: Short-Term, Medium-Term, and Labour Agreement.

The Short-Term stream allows employers to sponsor workers in occupations listed on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) for up to 2 years.

The Medium-Term stream allows employers to sponsor workers in occupations listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) for up to 4 years, with a pathway to permanent residency.

The Labour Agreement stream allows employers to sponsor workers under a formal Labour Agreement between the employer and the Australian government.

Applicants must have at least Competent English (e.g., IELTS score of 6.0 in each band) for the Medium-Term stream and Vocational English (e.g., IELTS score of 5.0 in each band) for the Short-Term stream.

Yes, you can change employers, but your new employer must be approved as a sponsor and nominate you for the new role.

Yes, you can include eligible family members, such as your spouse and dependent children, in your visa application.

Processing times vary, but it typically takes 1 to 4 months for the Subclass 482 visa.

Yes, you can study in Australia, but you must cover the cost of your education, as you are not eligible for government support.

Yes, if you are on the Medium-Term stream, you can apply for permanent residency after 3 years through the Subclass 186 visa.