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What is the Minimum Salary for a 482 Visa?

Updated: July 5, 2024

The 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa enables Australian employers to fill labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers from overseas when they cannot find suitable local talent. A key requirement of this visa is meeting the minimum salary threshold, which ensures that overseas workers are paid equivalently to Australian workers in similar roles. This guide provides an overview of the minimum salary requirements for the 482 visa, highlighting what both employers and visa applicants need to know.

What is the Minimum Salary?

The minimum salary for the 482 visa is determined by the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), which is set by the Australian government to ensure that visa holders are paid fairly and can support themselves while in Australia.

Current TSMIT

As of the latest update, the TSMIT is set at AUD 73,150 per annum ( excluding superannuation). The Department of Home Affairs periodically reviews and adjusts this figure to reflect economic conditions and changes in the average wages across Australia. Previously, the TSMIT was AUD 70,000 per annum.

Important:

This is the minimum salary requirement. Employers must also ensure they are paying their 482 visa holders the market salary rate for their role, which must be at least equal to what an Australian worker would earn in the same position.

Additional Considerations:

Guaranteed Annual Earnings: The minimum salary includes wages, salary, guaranteed bonuses, and other monetary payments specified in the employment contract. Non-guaranteed bonuses, overtime (unless guaranteed and regular), allowances, and benefits like accommodation or travel are not included.

Purpose of the TSMIT

Fair Compensation: Ensuring overseas workers are not underpaid compared to Australians in similar positions.
Market Salary Rate: Employers must pay at least the market salary rate which must be no less than the TSMIT, unless the actual annual earnings for the role are higher.

How Is the Minimum Salary Calculated?

Inclusions in the Salary

Guaranteed Annual Earnings: Includes wages, salary, guaranteed bonuses, and other monetary payments specified in the employment contract.
Exclusions: Non-guaranteed bonuses, overtime (unless it is guaranteed and regular), allowances, and other benefits such as accommodation or travel, are not included in the calculation of the TSMIT.

Market Salary Rate

Employers must also ensure that they are paying their 482 visa holders the market salary rate for their role, which must be at least equal to what an Australian worker would earn in the same job in the

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Employer Obligations

Record Keeping: Employers must keep records to prove that they are paying their employees in accordance with the TSMIT and market salary rates.
Annual Reviews: Salaries should be reviewed annually to ensure compliance with current TSMIT settings and market salary rates.

Impact on Visa Holders

Meeting the minimum salary requirement is crucial for:

Visa Approval: The Department of Home Affairs will refuse a visa application if the salary offered is below the minimum threshold.
Visa Renewal: Compliance with salary conditions is checked again when visa holders apply for visa renewals or changes.

Common Questions

Does the 482 visa get a childcare subsidy? Learn more about 482 visa benefits and subsidies.
Can I apply for PR while on a 482 visa? Understand pathways from 482 to PR.

Conclusion

Understanding and complying with the minimum salary requirements for a 482 visa is essential for both employers and visa applicants. It ensures fair treatment of overseas workers and compliance with Australian immigration laws.

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What is the Minimum Salary for a 482 Visa?