Temporary Skill Shortage (482) (Australia)

Employer-sponsored for genuine skill shortages. Medium-term stream leads to PR via 186.

Work permittedStudy permittedPath to PR

4–12 weeks

Processing time

$270–$4,900

Government fee

48 mo

Validity

Good to know

Temporary visa, must have a job offer.

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Based on certified U.S. Department of Labor and USCIS visa-sponsorship filings. A filing record is a strong signal, not a guarantee for any individual application.