Skills in Demand visa (Subclass 482)
A work visa for people with a job offer from an approved Australian employer. It replaced the TSS visa in December 2024 and can lead to permanent residence.
Core Skills Specialist Skills Labour Agreement
- Stay
- Up to 4 years
- Experience
- 1 year
- In the last 5 years
- Pay
- From AUD 79,499
- Core Skills, from 1 July 2026
- Leads to
- Permanent (186)
1Who it is for
For skilled workers whose occupation is on the Core Skills Occupation List, or who earn above the Specialist Skills threshold, and who have an employer willing to sponsor them.
2What you need
Step 1
A job offer
A full-time role with an approved Australian sponsor, paid at least the market rate and the income threshold.
Step 2
Experience
At least one year of full-time work in the occupation or a close one in the last five years.
Step 3
Skills and English
A skills assessment where required, and English at the level set for your stream.
Step 4
Health and character
Medical checks and police certificates for you and your family.
3What it gives you
- Work full-time for your sponsor and change sponsors without losing your visa
- Bring your partner and children, who can work and study
- A route to permanent residence through the 186 visa after two years
Fees, thresholds and processing times change often. Your adviser confirms the current figures before you apply.
