Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)
A temporary employer-sponsored visa with different pathways depending on the job and pay. The employer sponsors you and the visa is tied to the sponsor.
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Work in Australia, with a clear plan.
Understand employer sponsorship, points-tested skilled migration, skills assessments and visa conditions before you commit. General guidance for professionals and their families. Decisions rest with employers and the Australian Government.
No visa for saleWe never sell jobs, sponsorship or visas.
Official rules onlyChecked against Home Affairs sources.
Registered adviceWe point you to registered migration agents.
No fake offersWe help you verify, never invent.
Family firstPartner and child options explained.
Which route should you research first?
Pick the line that sounds like you. Each tab shows what to look into, not a promise of approval.
Check the sponsor and the visa
Employer-sponsored visas generally need an approved sponsor and a job that meets the visa conditions. The visa is often linked to the employer, and eligibility depends on the occupation and the pathway.
Verify on official site- Ask the employer which visa and pathway they plan to use
- Check the employer is an approved sponsor on official sources
- Read the visa conditions, including what happens if you change employer
- Never pay anyone for sponsorship or nomination
Points-tested routes are competitive
Some skilled visas are points-tested. You submit an expression of interest and may be invited to apply. Occupation lists, skills assessments, English level and points thresholds all matter and change.
Verify on official site- Check whether your occupation is on the current occupation list
- Find out which authority assesses your skills
- Prepare an English test (we offer IELTS and PTE preparation)
- Research state or territory nomination options
Graduate options are time-limited
Some graduates may qualify for a temporary graduate visa, depending on the course, the institution and the conditions at the time. Longer-term options usually need a sponsor or a skilled visa.
Verify on official site- Check your eligibility and the time limit for applying
- Keep your results, transcripts and course completion documents
- Plan your next visa step early
- Track your work experience in your nominated field
Family options depend on the main visa
A partner and dependent children may be included in some work visa applications, and there are separate family visa categories. Work rights and conditions vary by visa.
Verify on official site- Check whether family members can be included in the application
- Keep marriage and birth certificates ready
- Understand each person's work and study rights
- Ask us about schooling options for children
Common ways to work in Australia
A temporary work visa lets you work for a period. Permanent residence is a separate visa with its own criteria and waiting times.
Employer-sponsored permanent visas
Permanent options such as the Employer Nomination Scheme and regional employer-sponsored visas. Eligibility depends on the occupation, experience and employer.
Verify on official sitePoints-tested skilled visas
Independent, state-nominated and regional skilled visas assessed through an expression of interest. Invitations are not guaranteed.
Needs verificationTemporary Graduate visa
A temporary visa for some recent graduates of Australian institutions. Eligibility and duration depend on the course and current rules.
Needs verificationNational Innovation Visa
For people with an internationally recognised record of exceptional achievement. A high bar, not a general route.
Needs verificationOur role
We provide general information and help you organise your documents. We cannot guarantee a job, sponsor, visa, residence or approval.
Australian visa names, occupation lists, fees and processing times change often. Confirm everything on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Where you work shapes your life
Jobs, rent, climate and visa options differ between big cities and regional areas. Some visas give extra options for regional locations.
SydneyA major business and finance centre with high living costs.
City parks and skylinesLarge cities mix offices, green space and waterfront living.
Heritage city centresOlder city centres combine historic buildings with modern offices.
Coast and outbackRegional areas can offer different jobs and visa options.
Wildlife
Friendly locals
Beaches
Sectors worth researching
Healthcare, engineering, construction, technology, education, hospitality and agriculture. These are areas to look into, not promises. Demand varies by state and over time, so check official occupation information.
Needs verificationLicensing and registration
Nurses, doctors, engineers, teachers, electricians and many other roles need a skills assessment, registration or licence before you can work in your field. Start early, because it can take time.
Verify on official siteA step-by-step way to prepare
- Review your profileEducation, experience, occupation, age, English level and family situation.
- Check your occupationSee whether it appears on the current occupation lists and which authority assesses it.
- Prepare English and assessmentsEnglish test and skills assessment, where your route needs them.
- Choose a routeEmployer sponsorship or a points-tested skilled visa through an expression of interest.
- Sponsorship, nomination or invitationYour employer, a state or territory, or the Government makes this step. It is not guaranteed.
- Lodge the visa applicationApply through the official online system and attach the correct documents.
- Health, character and grant conditionsComplete checks when asked, read your visa conditions carefully and plan your move.
Document checklist (to start preparing)
- Valid passport (keep it with you, never send it through the website)
- Degree certificates and transcripts
- Skills assessment outcome, if your occupation requires it
- English test result, if required
- Employment references and an updated CV
- Sponsorship, nomination or invitation details, once issued
- Marriage and birth certificates for family members
- Police certificates and health examinations, when requested
Requirements change by visa and over time. Always follow the official checklist.
Protect yourself from fake sponsors and agents
In Australia, immigration assistance generally has to come from a registered migration agent or a legal practitioner. Check the register before you pay or share documents.
Check an agent (opens in a new tab)- Anyone asking you to pay for sponsorship or nomination
- A "guaranteed" visa, job offer or invitation
- Advice from someone who is not a registered migration agent or lawyer
- Job offers made only through social media or messaging apps
- Visa documents or grant letters that you cannot verify with Home Affairs
Check it at the source
Questions families ask
Do I need a job offer to work in Australia?
For employer-sponsored visas, yes. Some skilled visas are points-tested and do not need a job offer, but invitations are competitive and not guaranteed. Check Home Affairs for current options.
Do I need a skills assessment?
Many skilled routes require your skills to be assessed by the relevant authority for your occupation. Requirements differ by occupation and visa, so check early because assessments can take time.
Can I get permanent residence?
Some work visas have pathways to permanent residence, but not all do and approval is not guaranteed. Permanent residence is a separate decision under rules that change.
Should I pay someone for a sponsor?
No. Paying for sponsorship or a job offer is a serious warning sign and may be illegal. Report it through official channels.
Who can give me immigration advice?
In Australia, immigration assistance generally must come from a registered migration agent or a legal practitioner. Check the official register before you pay. This website gives general information only.
Can my family come with me?
Often, depending on your visa. Family members may be included in some applications, and work and study rights vary. Confirm on the Home Affairs website.
What does it cost?
Government fees, assessments, English tests, health checks and living costs vary and change. We do not quote figures here; confirm on official sources.
Talk to us about working in Australia
Share a few basics and our team will get in touch. This is general guidance only; we cannot promise a job, sponsor, visa, residence or approval.
Information on this page is general guidance and may be out of date. Always confirm with the Australian Government and your employer.