🇦🇺 Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
Also known as: 482 visa, SC482, Subclass 482, SID visa, 482 Skills in Demand visa
Last verified: September 2, 2026
What is the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)?
Employer-sponsored work visa, renamed from the Temporary Skill Shortage visa in late 2024. Your occupation must appear on the Core Skills Occupation List, which holds 456 occupations, and your employer must be an approved sponsor. For nominations lodged on or after 1 July 2026 the Core Skills Income Threshold is AUD 79,499, up 3.9 per cent — nominations lodged before that date keep the old figure. You need a skills assessment for many occupations, competent English, and at least one year of relevant experience. Family can accompany you with full work rights, and after two years with your sponsor you can generally be nominated for permanent residence through the Employer Nomination Scheme.
This overview is written for Indians. Fees and paperwork differ by nationality; see the comparison below.
Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) requirements, cost, and processing time
| Government fee | $2,000–$2,120 |
| Processing time | 4–24 weeks |
| Minimum annual income | $52,000–$52,400/year (about $4,333–$4,367/month) |
| Minimum savings | No fixed threshold on record |
| Job offer | Required |
| Degree | Not required |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | Yes |
Amounts are approximate US dollar equivalents of figures set in local currency, verified against official sources for Indians and Filipinos.
Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) cost and processing time by nationality
| Applicants | Gov. fee | Processing | Min. income | Min. savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 Indians | $2,000 | 8–24 weeks | $52,000/year | — |
| 🇵🇭 Filipinos | $2,120 | 4–12 weeks | $52,400/year | — |
Each row links to the full guide for that nationality, with the document checklist.
Documents needed for the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
- Confirm your occupation is on the Core Skills Occupation List
- Check the Core Skills Income Threshold for your nomination date
- Secure a job offer from an approved sponsor
- Take IELTS, PTE or an equivalent English test
- Obtain a skills assessment from the relevant authority
- Gather qualification and experience evidence
- Employer lodges the nomination
- Lodge your visa application with health and character documents
- Complete health checks and biometrics
- Await the decision
- Arrange dependant applications
- Plan your permanent residence pathway
This list is the checklist for Indians. Other nationalities have their own steps, linked in the table above. The full ordered checklist, with timing, dependencies, and personalized due dates, is part of the plan.
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- What are the requirements for the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)?
- The requirements we have on record are: a job offer from an employer in Australia; income of about $52,000–$52,400 a year. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Indians and Filipinos; the official source lists the full document set.
- How much does the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) cost?
- The government fee is about $2,000 for Indians and $2,120 for Filipinos (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.
- What is the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) processing time?
- Typical processing takes 8–24 weeks for Indians and 4–12 weeks for Filipinos after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- What is the income requirement for the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)?
- The minimum income is about $52,000 a year (roughly $4,333 a month) for Indians and $52,400 a year (roughly $4,367 a month) for Filipinos, 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.
- Do I need a job offer for the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)?
- Yes. A job offer from an employer in Australia is required before applying.
- Can family members join on the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)?
- Yes. Accompanying family members are allowed, with additional documentation.
- Does the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482) lead to permanent residency?
- Yes. It offers a path to permanent residency after the qualifying period.
- Is the 482 visa the same as the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)?
- Yes. 482 visa, SC482, Subclass 482, SID visa, and 482 Skills in Demand visa are other names people use for the Australia Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482).
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source: immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. This guide is general information, not legal advice.