Skilled Independent visa
(subclass 482)

• Must be nominated for a skilled position by an approved sponsor

• Must possess the right skills for the job

• Must meet the relevant English language requirements

Short-term Stream

• Addresses labor shortages by bringing in skilled workers

• Up to 2 years or up to 4 years if an International Trade Obligation (ITO) applies. Hong Kong passport holders may stay up to 5 years

• From AUD1,455.00

• Occupation must be on the short-term skilled occupations list

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Medium-term Stream

• Addresses labor shortages by bringing in skilled workers

• Up to 4 years. Hong Kong passport holders may stay up to 5 years

• From AUD3,035.00

• Occupation must be on either the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or the Regional Occupation List (ROL)

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Labour Agreement Stream

• For skilled workers nominated by employers with a Labour Agreement

• Up to a maximum of 4 years, depending on the terms in the labour agreement. Hong Kong passport holders may stay up to 5 years

• From AUD3,035.00

• The employer must have a labor agreement with the Australian government

• Subsequent Entrant Stream:

• For family members of subclass 457 and TSS visa holders applying separately to join the primary visa holder in Australia

• From AUD1,455.00

From AUD 1,455 (specific to the stream)

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