Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482 requirements

The Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482 is for skilled individuals who want to work in Australia temporarily. Depending on your job and your skills, the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482 lets you work in Australia for up to four years and allows you to travel to and from Australia throughout its duration. It also allows your family members to work and study here.

To apply for the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482, you must be sponsored by an approved employer and meet a number of other requirements.

You may be eligible to apply if you:

• have been successfully nominated for a position by an approved sponsor
• have adequate health insurance
• have the required skills and qualifications
• meet English language requirements
• comply with other requirements and conditions as outlined by the Australian Government

Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482 streams

The Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482 is made up of three streams and, as a TSS visa applicant, you must also meet the requirements of the stream in which you apply.

You can work in your nominated occupation for your approved Australian sponsor under one of the following:

• the Short-Term stream
• the Medium-Term stream
• the Labour Agreement stream

Your employer, role and location will help determine which stream you fall into. More information about the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa subclass 482 streams is available from the Australian Government

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