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482, 186 & 494 Visas
Employer Sponsored Visas
Australian employers can sponsor skilled workers for temporary or permanent positions.
Visa options
482
Temporary Skill Shortage
Work for sponsoring employer
2-6 months
186
Employer Nomination Scheme
Direct permanent residency
6-11 months
494
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional
Regional employer sponsorship
6-9 months
Eligibility requirements
- Employer must be approved sponsor
- Occupation on relevant list
- Skills assessment (if required)
- Minimum 2 years experience (482)
- English proficiency
Application process
1
Employer becomes approved sponsor
2
Nominate position and worker
3
Worker lodges visa application
4
Skills assessment (if required)
5
Health and character checks
6
Visa grant
Fees & costs
Base application fee
From $3,115 (482)Additional applicant
SAF levy appliesNote: Employer pays nomination fee. Additional costs may include health examinations, police checks, and document translations.
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