Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482)

This visa lets skilled workers sponsored by employers fill job shortages in Australia temporarily under short-term, medium-term, or labour agreement streams. 🧳👨‍🔧

Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482) 👨‍🏭🧳

The TSS Visa (Subclass 482) helps employers in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Reservoir and beyond to fill genuine skill gaps by sponsoring skilled workers from overseas. If you’ve got the skills and a job offer from an Aussie employer, this might just be your pathway to working in Australia! 🇦🇺💼

🌟 Streams of the TSS Visa

  • Short-Term Stream — Up to 2 years ⏳
  • Medium-Term Stream — Up to 4 years ⌛
  • Labour Agreement Stream — For workers under specific agreements 📃

🛠️ Who Can Apply?

  • Your occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List 📋
  • You have a job offer from an approved Australian employer 🤝
  • You’ve got at least 2 years of relevant work experience 🧰
  • You demonstrate vocational English proficiency 📚
  • You meet health & character requirements 🏥✅

💼 Application Process

  1. Confirm your occupation is on the list 🧐
  2. Find an employer willing to sponsor you 📨
  3. Your employer nominates you via DHA 💻
  4. You apply for the TSS visa online 💼
  5. Wait for approval ⏳ and start your job in Australia! 🎉

💰 Fees & Processing Time

  • Short-Term Stream: from AUD1,265 | 35–60 days ⏱️
  • Medium-Term / Labour Agreement: from AUD2,645 | 30–90 days ⏱️

👨‍👩‍👧 Include Your Family

You can bring your spouse and children as dependents! They’ll enjoy full work and study rights while you’re on a TSS visa. 📚👩‍👩‍👧

🔄 Visa Extensions

Short-Term: Renew once for 2 more years.
Medium-Term: Renew or transition to PR after 3 years.

🤝 LUMINS Can Help!

Need support with your employer nomination or application? LUMINS works with registered MARA agents to make your journey smooth and successful. Reach out today and take the next step toward working in Australia! 🚀

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