Temporary Skill Shortage visa (Subclass 482)

Introduction

The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482) allows skilled workers to travel to Australia to work in their nominated occupation for an approved sponsor (employer) for up to four years. This visa addresses labour shortages by enabling employers to sponsor overseas workers when they cannot find suitable talent locally.

Types of Temporary Skill Shortage Visa

The TSS Visa (Subclass 482) is divided into three streams:

  • Short-Term Stream:

    For occupations on the short-term skilled occupation list, valid for up to two years, with one renewal.

  • Medium-Term Stream:

    For occupations on the medium and long-term strategic skills list, valid for up to four years, with unlimited renewals.

  • Labour Agreement Stream:

    For occupations covered under a labour agreement with the Department of Home Affairs, valid for up to four years.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for a TSS Visa, applicants must meet the following

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:

  • Be sponsored by an approved standard business sponsor.

  • Have an occupation listed on the Consolidated Skilled Occupations List.

  • Possess the necessary skills and qualifications for the occupation.

  • Have at least two years of relevant work experience.

  • Meet English language proficiency requirements.

  • Satisfy health and character requirements.

  • Maintain adequate health insurance.

Application Process

Step Description

1

The employer applies to become a standard business sponsor (if not already approved).

2

Employer files a nomination application for the candidate.

3

Upon nomination approval, the candidate submits the visa application within six months.

4

Undergo skills assessment and medical examination.

5

Await visa processing and decision from the Department of Home Affairs.

Steps to Apply

  • Ensure your occupation is on the relevant skilled occupation list.

  • Secure a nomination from an approved standard business sponsor.

  • Gather required documents (proof of work experience, qualifications, etc.).

  • Submit the visa application online.

  • Attend any required medical examinations and provide biometrics if requested.

  • Wait for the decision from the Department of Home Affairs.

Costs Associated

Visa Subclass Stream Base Application Charge Additional Applicant Charge 18 And Over Additional Applicant Charge Under 18 Subsequent Temporary Application Charge

482

Short Term Stream

AUD 1,495

AUD 1,495

AUD 375

AUD 700

482

Labour Agreement Stream

AUD 3,115

AUD 3,115

AUD 780

AUD 700

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Medium Term Stream

AUD 3,115

AUD 3,115

AUD 780

AUD 700

Processing Time

The processing time for TSS Visa applications varies by stream:

  • Short-term stream: Up to 3 months

  • Medium-term stream: Up to 77 days

  • Labour-agreement stream: Up to 5 months

Benefits

  • Live and work in Australia for up to four years.

  • Opportunity to study in Australia.

  • Include family members in the visa.

  • Travel in and out of Australia as needed.

  • Potential pathway to permanent residency if eligible.

The Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482) or TSS visa is the temporary work visa in Australia. The employers who are unable to find suitable talent amongst Australians can sponsor a suitably skilled foreign worker to fill a position. It was introduced on 19 March 2019 to replace Temporary Work visa subclass 457 which has been abolished by Australia Department of Home Affairs The major three streams of subclass 482
  • The Short-Term stream
  • The Medium-Term stream
  • The Labour Agreement stream
The applicant can select the stream based on the Consolidated Skilled Occupations List. If their occupation comes under the short-term stream then the maximum time period of the TSS visa will be approved for is two years and can be renewed once. If their occupation comes under the medium-term stream, then the maximum time period of the TSS visa will be approved for is four years and can renew as much as they want. If an applicant receives a sponsor from an Australian employer who has a labour agreement with the Department of Home Affairs can be eligible to apply under labour Agreement stream.

Eligibility Criteria to avail TSS Visa

  • There is no age requirement for this visa
  • The applicant should have an occupation on the Consolidated Skilled Occupations List
  • The applicant should have been nominated for a job position by an Australian employer
  • should have the relevant skills and qualifications for that occupation
  • should  have at least two years of work experience in the relevant occupation
  • You have vocational English language ability
  • Should meet health and character requirements
  • If the applicant is in Australia while applying, they should have a substantive visa, or a bridging visa A, B, or C and have complied with visa condition.

Requirements for employers to apply for a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482)

  • Should Satisfy salary and employment condition related requirements
  • Should Provide evidence of Labour Market Testing if required
  • should be a lawfully operating business
  • Should not have adverse information against the business
  • Should nominate a job position for the foreign national worker that is full-time and genuine