Australia TSS 482 Visa Offers Exciting Opportunities for Skilled Workers
Added: (Wed Mar 29 2023)
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Sydney, Australia - The Australian government has introduced a new visa option, the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) 482 visa, which allows skilled workers from overseas to work in Australia for up to four years. The TSS 482 visa is designed to address the skills shortage in Australia and offers exciting opportunities for skilled workers to live and work in one of the world's most dynamic and beautiful countries.
The TSS 482 visa comes in two streams - the Short-Term stream and the Medium-Term stream. The Short-Term stream is designed for skilled workers who are needed in Australia for up to two years, while the Medium-Term stream is for those who are required for up to four years.
To be eligible for the TSS 482 visa, applicants must have the relevant skills, qualifications, and work experience that match those required for their nominated occupation. They must also satisfy health and character requirements and demonstrate English language proficiency.
The TSS 482 visa is an employer-sponsored visa, which means that applicants must be sponsored by an employer who is willing to nominate them for a position in Australia. Employers must also demonstrate that they have a genuine need for the skilled worker and meet certain criteria, such as paying market salary rates and providing training opportunities for Australian citizens and permanent residents.
Applicants can also include family members in their TSS 482 visa application, which allows them to live and work in Australia for the same duration as the primary visa holder. Family members can also study in Australia, but they must pay the appropriate tuition fees.
The TSS 482 visa is an excellent opportunity for skilled workers who are seeking to experience life in Australia and contribute their skills and expertise to the Australian workforce. It is also a pathway to permanent residency in Australia, as TSS visa holders may be eligible to apply for a Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) or a Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) after three years of working in Australia.
For more information on the TSS 482 visa, visit the Y-Axis Australia Website and consult with our registered migration agent.