Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482)
The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482) allows Australian employers to address labor shortages by bringing in skilled workers from overseas when they cannot find an appropriately skilled Australian worker. This visa aims to ensure that businesses have access to the talent they need while also protecting the Australian workforce. The TSS visa has three streams: the Short-Term Stream, the Medium-Term Stream, and the Labour Agreement Stream.
- Work in Australia: Live and work in Australia for your sponsoring employer.
- Family Inclusion: Include eligible family members in your visa application.
- Pathway to Permanent Residency: Some streams provide pathways to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) or the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187).
- Travel Rights: Travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while your visa is valid.
Streams of TSS Visa (Subclass 482)
- Short-Term Stream: For employers to fill temporary skill gaps with foreign workers for up to two years (or up to four years if an international trade obligation applies).
- Medium-Term Stream: For employers to fill medium to long-term skill gaps with foreign workers for up to four years. This stream is available for occupations on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
- Labour Agreement Stream: For employers to sponsor foreign workers under a labour agreement with the Australian government, typically used for specialized occupations that are not covered by the other streams.
Eligibility Criteria
- Sponsorship: Be sponsored by an approved business.
- Occupation: Have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list for the stream you are applying for.
- Skills Assessment: Obtain a suitable skills assessment for your occupation if required.
- Work Experience: Have at least two years of work experience in your nominated occupation.
- English Language: Demonstrate required English language proficiency.
- Health and Character: Meet health and character requirements.
- Labour Market Testing: The employer must show evidence of labor market testing to prove that they have made genuine efforts to hire an Australian worker for the role.
Disclaimer
Please note that the above-mentioned information/eligibility criteria are not comprehensive. This content is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute immigration advice. It should not be interpreted as such. While we strive to ensure that the information provided is current and accurate, we cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy due to frequent changes in migration laws.
