Employer Sponsored Visa (Subclass 482 TSS / 494 SESR)
Category: Migration · Processing time: 3-6 months for 482; 6-9 months for 494 /,
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Visa type
Migration
Processing time
3-6 months for 482; 6-9 months for 494 /,
Fees
MinIncomePoints: No points test, TSMIT AUD $73,150/year (~EUR 44,000) minimum salary
Validity
Up to 4 years, depending on the visa stream.
Stay duration
Duration of employment plus a possible extension.
Entry type
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Insurance
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Overview
Employer-sponsored temporary and regional work visa options aimed at filling local labor shortages. Path to permanent residency: Yes, through transitional streams like Subclass 186 or 191.
- Leads to permanent residency: Yes
- Requires job offer: Yes
- Language required: Yes
- Minimum education: Not specified
- Financial requirement: Minimum salary of AUD $73,150 per year (TSMIT floor alignment).
- Accommodation proof: No
- Return ticket: No
Estimated Costs
- - MinIncomePoints: No points test, TSMIT AUD $73,150/year (~EUR 44,000) minimum salary
Required Documents
- - Valid passport
- - Job offer letter
- - Employer nomination approval
- - Proof of qualifications
- - English language proficiency evidence
Application Steps
- Obtain a qualifying job offer from an approved Australian employer.
- The employer submits a formal nomination application for the worker's designated role.
- Submit the official visa application through the Department of Home Affairs portal.
- Provide mandatory supporting documentation, including skills evidence and English proficiency results.
- Complete biometrics, health exams, and character checks, then wait for the final visa decision.
Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Department of Home Affairs →
Travel Insurance Requirement
- Mandatory: Confirm with official source
- Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
- Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
- Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority
Embassy, Consulate & Appointments
- - Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location.
- - Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.
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Benefits & What This Visa Allows
- - Provides legal authorization to live and work in Australia for your sponsoring employer
- - Establishes a solid transitional pathway to permanent residency (PR) after meeting service benchmarks
- - Allows eligible dependents to accompany the primary worker with active secondary visa rights
Trust & safety
Before you pay or submit documents
Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.
Relevant laws
- Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Immigration · Severity: Critical
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- Work Authorisation Rules
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- Tax Residency and Income Reporting
Tax · Severity: High
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Common Rejection Reasons
- - Incomplete application or missing documents.
- - Employer not approved to sponsor.
- - Failure to meet the minimum salary requirement.
- - Insufficient qualifications for the job.
Application Tips
- - Ensure all documents are complete and accurate.
- - Check the employer's eligibility to sponsor.
- - Prepare for potential interviews or additional requests.
- - Keep track of your application status online.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Migration pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 3-6 months for 482; 6-9 months for 494 /,, subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.
