Subclass 482 visa is commonly used by employers seeking overseas employees to fill in the local skill shortage, or employees living overseas who are hoping to move to and work in Australia. In general, this visa is suitable for situations where an Australian employer wishes to employ someone from overseas for up to four years, and provides a path to permanent residence.

In December 2023, the Australian Government unveiled their planned changes to various visa programs. The document in question, titled ‘Migration Strategy’, proposed a wide array of changes to various visas, including the subclass 482 (temporary skill shortage) visa. The details of which are being announced post our May 2024 Budget.