Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa 482 Requirements
The Subclass 482 TSS visa is a temporary work visa that allows holders to work in Australia for a specified period.
Requirements for Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa 482
Age:
There is no age limit for applicants of the Subclass 482 visa.
Current Visa Status:
If applying within Australia, you must hold either a substantive visa, or a Bridging Visa A, B, or C.
Compliance with Previous Visa Conditions:
Applicants in Australia must have complied with the conditions of their previous substantive or bridging visa at the time of the visa decision.
Employment with the Nominating Employer:
- Australian Business Sponsor: You must be employed in your nominated occupation by the nominating business or an associated entity.
- Overseas Business Sponsor: You must work in your nominated occupation within the nominating business and not for an associated entity.
Certain occupations may be exempt from this requirement.
Relevant Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
As the primary applicant, you must demonstrate the necessary qualifications, skills, and experience for your nominated occupation. In some cases, a skills assessment may be required.
- Medical Practitioners: If your occupation is a medical practitioner, your qualifications must be recognized by the relevant Australian authority for registration.
Subclass 482 Visa English Language Requirements
Exemptions from English Language Proficiency: You are exempt from proving English language proficiency if:
- You are a passport holder from Canada, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, or the United States.
- You have completed at least 5 years of full-time study in English at a secondary or tertiary institution.
- You are performing your occupation at a diplomatic or consular mission or an Office of the Authorities of Taiwan.
- Your occupation requires a license, registration, or membership where English proficiency was required for approval.
- You are an employee of an overseas business earning at least AUD 96,400 annually.
English Proficiency Requirements for Short-Term Stream:
If you are not exempt, you must meet the following minimum scores in a single attempt within 3 years before submitting your application:
- IELTS: Overall score of at least 5.0 with a minimum of 4.5 in each component.
- OET: At least ‘B’ in each component.
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of at least 35 with a minimum of 3 for listening and reading, and 12 for speaking and writing.
- PTE Academic: Overall score of at least 36 with a minimum of 30 in each component.
- Cambridge C1 Advanced: Overall score of at least 154 with a minimum of 147 in each component.
English Proficiency Requirements for Medium-Term Stream:
If not exempt, you must meet the following minimum scores:
- IELTS: Overall score of at least 5.0 with at least 5.0 in each component.
- OET: At least ‘B’ in each component.
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of at least 35 with a minimum of 4 for listening and reading, and 14 for speaking and writing.
- PTE Academic: Overall score of at least 36 with a minimum of 36 in each component.
- Cambridge C1 Advanced: Overall score of at least 154 with a minimum of 154 in each component.
Labour Agreement Stream:
You must meet the English language requirements specified in the Labour Agreement.
Employer Requirements for Subclass 482 Visa
Standard Business Sponsorship:
The employer must be or must have applied to become a Standard Business Sponsor to nominate Subclass 482 visa applicants.
Nomination for Eligible Occupation:
The nominated position must be on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). Some occupations may have restrictions (caveats) that prevent nomination.
Labour Market Testing:
Employers must demonstrate that they are unable to find an Australian citizen or permanent resident with the necessary skills and experience for the nominated position. This involves Labour Market Testing.
Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR):
If the nominee’s salary is below AUD 250,000, the employer must prove to the Department of Home Affairs that the nominee will be paid at least the AMSR for the position.
Genuine Position:
The nominated position must be legitimate and in line with the nature and scale of the business. Evidence may be required to verify the role’s legitimacy.
Written Contract of Employment:
- Australian Business Sponsor: You must be engaged under a written contract to work for the nominating business or an associated entity.
- Overseas Business Sponsor: You must be employed under a written contract for the nominating business only, with no work for an associated entity allowed in Australia.
Employers cannot engage visa holders for unrelated businesses under a Standard Business Sponsorship.
Work Experience Requirements for Subclass 482 Visa
Applicants must have at least 2 years of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation or a related field, typically completed within the last 5 years. The experience must be full-time but can be accumulated through part-time work.
Disclaimer:
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