Employer Sponsored Visa: A Comprehensive Guide to Subclass 482 & 186

Employer Sponsored Visa: A Comprehensive Guide to Subclass 482 & 186

What is an Employer Sponsored Visa?

An Employer Sponsored Visa allows Australian employers to sponsor skilled workers from overseas to fill job vacancies that cannot be filled by local talent. These visas are designed to address skill shortages in Australia’s labor market.

Differences Between Subclass 482 & Subclass 186

•    Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage Visa):

• Temporary visa.
• Allows you to work in Australia for 2-4 years.
• Requires employer sponsorship.

•    Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme Visa):

• Permanent visa.
• Requires nomination by an Australian employer.
• Offers direct entry and temporary residence transition pathways.

Eligibility Criteria

•    For Subclass 482:

• Must have skills and experience relevant to the nominated occupation.
• Occupation must be on the Skilled Occupation List.
• Meet English language requirements.

•    For Subclass 186:

• Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in the nominated occupation (for the transition stream).
• Hold a Subclass 482 visa or equivalent.
• Meet health and character requirements.

Benefits of Employer Sponsored Visas

• Opportunity to live and work in Australia.
• Pathway to permanent residency (Subclass 186).
• Access to Australia’s excellent healthcare and education systems.

Application Process

1. Find an employer willing to sponsor you.
2. Submit a visa application with supporting documents.
3. Undergo health and character checks.
4. Wait for the decision from the Department of Home Affairs.

How Pioneer Global Can Help You

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