
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482 Visa)
The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (subclass 482) is a temporary visa that allows skilled workers to live and work in Australia. It replaced the 457 Visa and is intended for addressing skill shortages in the Australian workforce.
What is the TSS Visa (482 Visa)?
The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (subclass 482) is a temporary visa that allows skilled workers to live and work in Australia. It replaced the 457 Visa and is intended for addressing skill shortages in the Australian workforce.
What are the three streams?
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Short-Term Stream: This stream permits you to stay for up to 2 years, extendable once, without a pathway to Permanent Residency. It applies to occupations on the Short-Term Skilled Occupations List (STSOL).
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Medium-Term Stream: This stream allows you to stay for up to 4 years, with a pathway to Permanent Residency after 3 years if eligible. It applies to occupations on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and the Regional Occupation List (ROL).
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Labour Agreement Stream: This stream is designed for unique cases where standard visa programs are not sufficient. It allows you to stay for up to 4 years, with a potential pathway to Permanent Residency based on specific terms negotiated in the Labour Agreement.
What's the process / How do I apply?
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Sponsorship Application by Employer: The employer needs to apply for standard business sponsorship, demonstrating lawful and active operation in Australia.
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Nomination Application for a Skilled Position: The employer nominates a position within their business that needs to be filled by an overseas citizen. This includes Labour Market Testing and ensuring the salary meets market rates.
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Visa Application by the Employee: As the employee, you need to apply for the visa, demonstrating that you meet all the necessary criteria, including health, character, and English language proficiency requirements
What are the Visa 482 requirements?
For Candidates:
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A valid job offer
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At least 2 years of work experience in the nominated occupation
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Relevant qualifications
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Meeting health, character, and English language requirements
For TSS Nomination Position:
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Genuine and full-time position
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Salary meeting market rates, not falling below $70,000
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Compliance with Labour Market Testing (unless exempted)
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Meeting the specific requirements of the relevant occupation list
What is the processing time for TSS Visa?
Processing times vary depending on the specific circumstances of the application. It's advised to check the current processing time on the official Australian Government website for the most accurate information.
Can a TSS 482 Visa lead to permanent residency?
Yes, the Medium-Term Stream offers a pathway to Permanent Residency after 3 years for eligible candidates. However, this is subject to meeting the necessary criteria and fulfilling the obligations of the visa.
What are the costs associated with the visa?
Employers are legally responsible for the costs associated with sponsorship and nomination, including the new Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy. The fees for the visa application itself can be shared between the employer and the applicant, as negotiated.
What is the TSS 482 SAF Levy (Employer)?
The TSS 482 Visa requires employers to pay a training contribution charge known as the Skilling Australians Fund levy. Businesses with different turnovers have varying levy amounts.
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Businesses with turnover of less than $10 million per year: an upfront annual payment of $1,200 for each employee on a TSS 482 visa.
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Businesses with turnover of $10 million or more per year: an upfront annual payment of $1,800 for each employee on a TSS 482 visa.
What is the Labour Market Testing (LMT) for TSS?
Employers must advertise the role on 2 national reaching mediums before offering the position to overseas applicants, ensuring efforts are made to find suitably qualified Australians before hiring overseas skilled workers on a TSS 482 visa.
What is the Salary Level for TSS?
Sponsors aiming to employ overseas workers need to prove they'll pay the market salary rate, which must be above the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) of $70,000 plus superannuation from 1 July 2023.
Frequently asked questions:
Are there any age restrictions to this visa stream?
No, there are no age restrictions for the TSS 482 Visa.
What are the obligations of TSS visa holders?
TSS visa holders must maintain adequate health insurance and comply with the conditions of their visa, including working for the nominated employer and holding necessary licenses.
Can I change my employer?
Yes, you can transfer your sponsorship to a new employer, subject to a new nomination and approval process.
What does the visa allow you to do?
The TSS Visa permits you to live and work in Australia for the sponsoring employer in the nominated position, with possibilities for family inclusion.
Who pays for the costs?
Employers are required to cover sponsorship and nomination costs, while the visa application costs can be shared between the employer and the applicant.
Can I renew my visa once expired?
Renewal depends on the stream you are under. The Short-Term Stream allows limited renewals, whereas the Medium-Term Stream provides a clearer path to extension and Permanent Residency
Can I bring my family with me on the TSS 482 Visa?
The TSS 482 Visa not only permits the primary visa holder to work and live in Australia but also allows for the inclusion of immediate family members. Immediate family members typically include a spouse or de facto partner, as well as any dependent children.
Spouse or De Facto Partner: The TSS 482 Visa allows the primary visa holder to bring their spouse or de facto partner to Australia. This family member can live, work, and study in Australia for the duration of the visa. However, the partner's ability to work might be subject to certain conditions. They may need to apply for their own work visa or may be restricted to working for the sponsoring employer.
Dependent Children: The TSS 482 Visa also allows the primary visa holder to bring their dependent children to Australia. Dependent children typically include those who are unmarried and under the age of 18. In some cases, children over 18 may also be considered dependents if they are financially reliant on the primary visa holder. Children included in the visa application can study in Australia without any restrictions.
Family Members' Rights: Family members included in the TSS 482 Visa application have the right to access Australia's healthcare services and enroll in Australia's public education system. They are also eligible for various social benefits available to residents.
Duration of Stay: The family members' stay in Australia is tied to the duration of the primary visa holder's TSS 482 Visa. If the primary visa holder's TSS 482 Visa is extended, the family members can also extend their stay accordingly.
Additional Requirements: Family members included in the visa application must meet health and character requirements. These requirements typically involve providing evidence of good health and character, which might include medical examinations and police clearances from their home countries or any other country they have lived in for a certain period.
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