Australia Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) for Filipinos
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Quick facts
- Processing time
- 4–12 weeks
- Government fee
- about $2,120
- Start preparing
- about 7 months before your move
- Steps in the plan
- 7
- Need an apostille
- None
- Need a translation
- None
- Job offer
- Required
“Start preparing” covers gathering documents, the 4–12 weeks decision wait and two weeks of slack. Add apostille and translation costs to the government fee.
Overview
Employer-sponsored work visa for occupations on the Core Skills list. Requires an approved sponsor and nomination, salary of at least the Core Skills Income Threshold — AUD 79,423 for nominations from July 2026 — plus English (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent) and, for some occupations, a skills assessment.
This page covers Filipinos. For every nationality we track, see the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) overview.
Requirements for Filipinos
| Minimum annual income | $52,400/year |
| Minimum savings | No requirement |
| Job offer required | Yes |
| Degree required | No |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | Yes |
Processing time & costs
Typical processing takes 4–12 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $2,120. Difficulty: 4/5.
Documents you'll need
- Secure a sponsoring employer & nominationThe employer must be an approved sponsor and nominate an occupation on the skills list.
- Skills assessment (occupation-dependent)Required for some occupations and passports; the assessing body varies by occupation.
- English test (IELTS 5.0+ overall or equivalent)Minimum IELTS 5.0 overall or equivalent; results valid 3 years for this visa.
- NBI clearance + police certificatesCovers countries lived in for 12+ months in the last 10 years.
- Lodge visa application in ImmiAccountLodged in ImmiAccount with all evidence uploaded.
- Health examination (panel clinic)Bupa panel clinic in Manila or Cebu; valid 12 months.
- Arrive, get TFN & superannuation set upCovers a Tax File Number and a super fund.
The full ordered checklist — with timing, dependencies, apostille and translation flags, and personalized due dates — is part of the paid plan.
Not moving yet?
The Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) takes about 7 months from first document to moving day. Tell us when you plan to move and we’ll email you once, on the day you should start.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- How long does the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) take for Filipinos?
- Typical processing time is 4–12 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- What does the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) cost?
- The government fee is approximately $2,120. Additional costs (translations, apostilles, insurance) vary by case.
- Do Filipinos need a job offer for the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482)?
- Yes. A job offer from an employer in Australia is required before applying.
- Can I bring my family on the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482)?
- Yes — this visa allows accompanying family members, with additional documentation.
- What is the income requirement for the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) for Filipinos?
- The minimum income is about $52,400 a year, roughly $4,367 a month, expressed in US dollars. The official threshold is set in local currency and moves with exchange rates, so confirm the current figure with the official source.
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source. This guide is general information, not legal advice.