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Short-term stream
The Short-term stream of the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482) allows Australian employers to address immediate and critical labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers from overseas. This stream facilitates the filling of positions that cannot readily be filled by the local workforce, helping to maintain industry productivity and service delivery in key sectors of the economy.
Medium-term stream
Under the Medium-term stream of the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482), skilled workers can reside and work in Australia for up to four years, with an extension up to five years for Hong Kong passport holders. This visa also permits holders to undertake study in Australia, though without access to government financial support. This stream is tailored to meet the country's longer-term skill needs in specialized occupations.
Labour Agreement stream
The Labour Agreement stream of the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482) enables skilled workers to live and work in Australia temporarily, under conditions negotiated through a Labour Agreement. These agreements are made between the Australian Government and employers, allowing for the sponsorship of foreign workers when standard temporary and permanent migration arrangements are not applicable.
Subsequent entrant
The Subsequent Entrant stream of the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482) provides an avenue for family members of current subclass 457 and TSS visa holders to join their relatives in Australia. This visa allows for family reunification, enabling dependents to apply separately and live together in Australia during the tenure of the primary visa holder’s stay.
Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa Subclass 482 Application Process
Step 1: Sponsorship Application
The first step in obtaining a Temporary Skill Shortage Visa TSS 482 visa is a sponsorship application submitted by the employer. The employer must be a lawful, actively operating business that complies with local labour laws and employment standards. This step ensures that only legitimate businesses in good standing can bring in overseas workers, supporting ethical employment practices.
Step 2: Nomination Application
Following the sponsorship approval, the second step involves a nomination application. This part of the process details the specific position to be filled, includes salary information, documents efforts made to recruit Australian workers, and assesses the ‘genuineness’ of the position to be filled. The nominating business must demonstrate viability and a genuine need to sponsor an employee from overseas.
Step 3: Visa Application
The final step is the visa application, which the nominated employee must complete. The applicant must provide evidence of the required skills for the nominated position and meet health and character requirements. This step confirms the employee’s qualifications, ensuring they are well-suited to contribute to Australia’s workforce.
Here’s a comparison of the three types of TSS 482 visas in Australia: the Medium and Long Term TSS Visa (482), the Short-Term TSS Visa (482), and the TSS 482 Visa – Regional (ROL):
| Feature | Medium and Long Term TSS Visa (482) | Short-Term TSS Visa (482) | TSS 482 Visa – Regional (ROL) |
| Occupation List | MLTSSL | STSOL | Regional Occupations List (ROL) |
| Renewal | Renewable onshore and unlimited times | Renewable once onshore (2+2 max) + more offshore; Further renewal possible under specific conditions | Renewable onshore and unlimited times |
| Pathway to Permanent Residency | After 2 years | From 25 November 2023 through the 186 visa (specific eligibility criteria required to meet to be eligible for this pathway) | Through the 494 visa and from 25 November 2023 through the 186 visa |
| English Requirements | IELTS 5 (no skill below 5) or equivalent, unless exempt | IELTS overall 5 (no skill below 4.5) or equivalent; unless exempt | IELTS 5 (no skill below 5) or equivalent, unless exempt |
| Work Experience Requirement | 2 years of relevant work experience and meet ANZSCO requirements | 2 years of relevant work experience and meet ANZSCO requirements | 2 years of relevant work experience and meet ANZSCO requirements |
| Age Limit | No age limit | No age limit | No age limit |
| Health and Character Requirements | Must meet health and character requirements | Must meet health and character requirements | Must meet health and character requirements |
| Labour Market Testing (LMT) | Employer tests the Australian labour market before sponsoring | Employer tests the Australian labour market before sponsoring | Employer tests the Australian labour market before sponsoring |
| Salary Requirements | Must pay the Australian Market Salary Rate (AMSR) | Must pay the Australian Market Salary Rate (AMSR) | Must pay the Australian Market Salary Rate (AMSR) |
| Employer Location (Specific to ROL) | N/A | N/A | The employer must be in a designated regional area |
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Comparison of Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa and Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa
The key differences between the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa (TSS) and the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa:
| Feature | Subclass 482 TSS Visa | Subclass 186 ENS Visa |
| Visa Type | Temporary | Permanent |
| Purpose | Lets an employer sponsor a suitably skilled worker for a specific position they cannot fill with an Australian worker. | Allows skilled workers, nominated by their employer, to live and work in Australia permanently. |
| Duration | Temporary; duration depends on whether the position is short-term or medium to long-term. | Permanent residency from the start. |
| Renewability | Renewable under certain conditions; specifics depend on the stream under which it is granted. | Not applicable as it grants permanent residency. |
| Pathway to Residency | Possible pathway to permanent residency, depending on the visa stream and eligibility for other visa subclasses. | Directly grants permanent residency. |
| Occupation Lists | Depends on the nominated occupation; includes Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) or Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). | Requires occupations to be on the relevant list for permanent residency pathways. |
| Labour Market Testing (LMT) | Generally required, proving no suitable Australian worker is available for the job. | Required, demonstrating the need for a foreign worker and the lack of available Australian workers. |
| Employer Requirements | The employer must sponsor the applicant and prove the need for a foreign worker in the specific position. | Employer nomination is essential, with similar requirements to prove the need for a foreign worker. |
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Employer requirements for the TSS 482 visa
| Requirement Category | Details for TSS 482 Visa Employers |
| SAF Levy | – Businesses with turnover less than $10 million: $1,200 per employee annually. |
| – Businesses with a turnover of $10 million or more: $1,800 per employee annually. | |
| Labour Market Testing (LMT) | Employers must advertise the position on two nationally reaching platforms to demonstrate an effort to recruit Australians before hiring internationally (unless exempt under international trade obligations). |
| Salary Requirements | Must pay at least the market salary rate to ensure fair treatment of overseas workers and to avoid undercutting local labour market standards. Salary must also meet or exceed the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) of $70,000 plus superannuation (from 1 July 2023). |
| Caveats | Specific occupations may have higher minimum salary requirements or additional operational prerequisites. |
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