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Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa Subclass 482

Bring Your Skills to Australia — Start Your Migration Journey with the TSS Visa!
The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS Visa - Subclass 482) allows Australian employers to address genuine skill shortages by sponsoring skilled workers from overseas. It offers a direct pathway for qualified international applicants to live and work in Australia — and even transition towards Permanent Residency.
At AINiT Consultancy Services, our Australian Registered Migration Agent and processing team with over 20 years of successful experience ensure a swift, professional, and hassle-free process for both onshore and offshore applicants.

Overview of the
TSS Visa Subclass 482

• Enables skilled workers to work in Australia for an approved employer for up to 2–4 years depending on the occupation.
• Must be nominated for an occupation listed on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), or Regional Occupation List (ROL).
• Provides pathways to Permanent Residency for eligible occupations (especially via the Medium and Long-term list).

Eligibility Criteria for
TSS Visa Applicants

• Must be nominated by an approved Australian employer.
• Must have the skills to perform the nominated occupation.
• Must meet English language proficiency requirements.
• Must have at least two years of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation.
• Must meet health and character requirements.
• Must obtain skills assessment where required.

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Responsibilities of the Sponsor (Employer)

• Must be an approved Standard Business Sponsor.
• Must conduct Labour Market Testing (LMT) to prove no suitable Australian workers are available.
• Must comply with sponsorship obligations including paying the nominee fairly (market salary rates).
• Must provide equivalent working conditions as local employees.

Responsibilities of the Nominee (Employee)

• Must genuinely intend to work in the nominated occupation.
• Must maintain only work for the sponsoring employer (unless visa conditions allow change).
• Must comply with Australian laws and visa conditions.
• Must maintain valid health insurance coverage.

Labour Market Testing (LMT)

Before sponsoring a foreign worker, the employer generally must show:
• Job advertisement efforts within the last 4 months.
• Evidence of genuine attempts to recruit Australian citizens or permanent residents first.
• Certain exemptions apply (e.g., international trade obligations).

Working Rights on TSS Visa

• Full working rights with the sponsoring employer.
• Possibility to bring eligible dependents (spouse and children) who can work and study in Australia.
• Opportunity to change employer if re-nominated (subject to visa conditions).

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Pathway to Permanent Residency (PR)

After two to three years on a TSS visa (depending on stream and occupation list), applicants may be eligible to apply for:

✅ Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)
✅ Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa - Subclass 187 (if nominated in regional Australia)
✅ Having a Medium and Long-term listed occupation significantly enhances PR opportunities.

How AINiT Consultancy Services Can Help You?

✅ Eligibility assessment and strategic migration planning.
✅ Employer sponsorship management and nomination preparation.
✅ Assistance with skills assessment and documentation.
✅ Full visa application preparation and submission.
✅ Career advice and pathways towards Permanent Residency.
✅ Ongoing support post-visa grant for future applications.
✅ We ensure your visa application is professional, compliant, and fast-tracked for success!
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About AINiT

AINiT Consultancy Services- AINiT is a premier Australian immigration consultancy, dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve their migration goals with confidence and success.

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Phone: +61 289156279
Email enquiry@ainit.net.au

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