1. Visa Overview

• Visa Name: Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482), commonly referred to as the SID 482 Visa
• Effective Date: Comes into effect from 7 December 2024, replacing the previous Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Subclass 482 visa framework
• Purpose: Allows Australian employers to sponsor and temporarily hire skilled overseas workers to fill positions where suitable local candidates cannot be found
• Visa Type: Temporary visa, allowing holders to work, live, and study lawfully in Australia

2. Visa Streams (Subcategories)

The SID 482 visa includes several streams designed for different occupations and employer circumstances:
a. Core Skills
b. Specialist Skills
c. Labour Agreement 
 

3. Key Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the SID 482 visa, applicants must meet the following core criteria:

1.   Employer Sponsorship / Nomination

Must be nominated and sponsored by an eligible Australian employer. The position must be genuine and meet job requirements.

2.   Work Experience

Applicants must have at least 1 year of full-time, relevant work experience (part-time or cumulative experience may also count).

3.   English Language

Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirement unless exempt.

4.   Health & Character

Applicants and family members must meet the health examination and police clearance requirements.

5.   Family Members

Can include spouse/partner and dependent children as secondary applicants, either together with the main applicant or as subsequent entrants.

Further Information

For additional visa information not covered here, please refer to the Department of Home Affairs website:
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482