On 7 December 2024, Australia changed its 482 employer-sponsored visa program. The transition from the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) 482 Visa to the Skills in Demand 482 Visa involved a shift to a tiered migration system designed to give employers quicker access to highly paid skilled migrants.
This resulted in several key changes for employers, including:
To discuss how your organisation can leverage the benefits of the program, we encourage you to contact Interstaff’s team of Registered Migration Agents.
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The Skills in Demand Visa represents a shift in how businesses can attract and retain global talent. By simplifying the employer nomination process, the visa aims to make Australia a more competitive destination for skilled professionals across various industries.
Under the 482 Skills in Demand Visa system, employers may benefit from:
The Skills in Demand Visa utilises a tiered system with three distinct streams, each designed to meet different workforce needs:
Specialist Skills Stream
This pathway is tailored for highly skilled professionals who are paid high salaries in the Australian market. Key features include:
This pathway is ideal for businesses needing to quickly secure top-tier talent.
Core Skills Stream
The Core Skills Stream is designed to address persistent skills shortages in key occupations across Australia. Its features include:
This pathway is crucial for businesses in sectors facing ongoing skills shortages, providing a reliable means to access global talent.
Labour Agreement / Essential Skills Stream
This pathway is being finalised by the Government. It is currently referred to as the Labour Agreement Stream but is expected to be replaced with the Essential Skills Stream in 2025. It retains settings from the TSS Visa until the Government finalises the proposed Essential Skills Stream.
It appears that this stream recognises the importance of essential workers who may not command high salaries but are crucial to the functioning of certain sectors. The Government is continuing consultation regarding the design of this pathway.
Key aspects may include:
The provision of Permanent Residence pathways is an attractive incentive for temporary sponsored workers.
This offers several benefits:
Businesses should seek to take full advantage of opportunities the Skills in Demand Visa presents:
At Interstaff, our team of Registered Migration Agents provide guidance and advice to employers on how they can leverage the benefits of the program.
With over 35 years of experience in Australian immigration law, we can help you navigate the Skills in Demand Visa system and optimise your global talent strategy.
Ready to discuss your options? Simply contact one of our Registered Migration Agents.
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This content is not advice. It serves as a general overview of topics of interest. It is not exhaustive, and its accuracy is subject to change, therefore Interstaff is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the information or any actions taken based on it. We recommend that you seek professional advice before making decisions or relying on the information provided – please enquire with our team of Registered Migration Agents for specialist advice so that your specific circumstances can be considered.
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This content is not advice. It serves as a general overview of topics of interest. It is not exhaustive, and its accuracy is subject to change, therefore Interstaff is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the information or any actions taken based on it. We recommend that you seek professional advice before making decisions or relying on the information provided – please enquire with our team of Registered Migration Agents for specialist advice so that your specific circumstances can be considered.
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