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Skills in Demand Visa - Specialist Skills Stream
Live and work in Australia by securing employer sponsorship for high-level, high-paying, specialized occupations in industries facing local skill shortages.
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Subclass 482 - specialist skills stream
Work Full-Time in Australia
This visa allows you to live and work in Australia under a skilled role on a temporary basis.
Designed for Highly Skilled Workers
The Specialist Skills stream is designed for workers with a higher level of specialised skills, typically in a field of expertise that requires unique knowledge.
Support from Your Employer’s Sponsorship
You need to be sponsored by an Australian employer who holds a valid nomination for your occupation
Potential Pathway to Permanent Residency
After gaining work experience in Australia, you may transition to permanent residency options such as the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186).
Eligible Family Members
Your partner and dependent children can accompany you, with work and study rights.
Subclass 482 - Specialist Skills Stream
Any nationality (no specific citizenship restrictions).
No age requirement is specified as a criterion for this stream.
You may apply in or outside Australia, but not while in immigration clearance.
Income thresholdAUD 141,210 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026.AUD 135,000 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 7 December 2024 and 30 June 2025.
Income thresholdAUD 141,210 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026.AUD 135,000 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 7 December 2024 and 30 June 2025
No specific “Australian study” requirement is listed for this stream. Any study is assessed only if it supports your role/skills evidence.
No fixed qualification type is mandated as a stand-alone criterion; requirements depend on your nominated role and whether licensing/skills evidence is needed.
If applying in Australia, you generally need to hold a substantive visa or be on a BVA/BVB/BVC (as applicable) to lodge validly (your circumstances must allow lodgement).
A skills assessment may be required depending on occupation/assessment of authority. For certain roles (including many medical occupations), registration/licensing is often part of meeting the role requirements.
You should be able to show adequate arrangements for health insurance for you (and any applicants), where requested.
You may be asked for police checks (including an AFP certificate if relevant to your time in Australia) as part of the checks during processing.
You must meet the stream’s English requirement (evidence can include recognised English test results or other accepted evidence, where applicable).
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Knowbal Migration once again delivered excellent results — assisting with a 482 visa previously and now a successful JRP positive skill assessment. The expertise of Nilesh, Mani Raj, Rishav, and Trushen truly stands out. Finding such dedicated and knowledgeable professionals is rare. Wholeheartedly recommended.
Rishavbhai and the Knowbal Group provided exemplary support throughout the 186 PR visa process. Professional, knowledgeable, and patient, Rishav explained every step clearly, ensured accurate documentation, and made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended for dependable and honest migration assistance.
Highly recommend Knowbal Migration for visa services. Nileshbhai and Niravbhai provided excellent guidance and support for my 482 visa. The team was responsive, patient, and helped me through every step successfully.
Kunalbhai and Niravbhai at Knowbal Migration provided exceptional support throughout the 482 visa process. They communicated clearly, handled everything professionally, and were consistently available to help with any concerns. Their guidance made what could have been a stressful experience genuinely smooth and manageable. Highly recommended.
The 482 visa was granted thanks to the outstanding support of Sushanti and Shweta at Knowbal Migration. They were professional, approachable, and consistently available to address queries. Their guidance made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended for anyone needing migration assistance.
The Knowbal Visa Application Process
We start by reviewing your study history, current visa status, and eligibility for the Temporary Graduate Visa. This personalised consultation helps us understand your situation and plan the best application approach for you.
Once we assess your case, you’ll be assigned a dedicated migration expert. This professional will be your main point of contact, guiding you through each step and answering your questions promptly.
Gathering and organising your documents correctly is critical. Knowbal helps you prepare all necessary paperwork, including your Confirmation of Enrolment, academic transcripts, proof of completion, health insurance, and identity documents to avoid delays or errors.
We lodge your visa application on your behalf with the Department of Home Affairs, ensuring everything complies with visa requirements and your information is accurately presented.
Throughout the processing period, Knowbal monitors your application and keeps you informed. Should the Department request additional information, we will assist you promptly to ensure a smooth process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your work experience may be gained on a full-time, part-time or casual basis, but it must total (across one or more periods) the equivalent of at least 12 months full-time work in your nominated occupation (or a related field) and must have been undertaken within the 5 years immediately before you apply
To qualify under the Specialist Skills Stream, your role must offer a salary that meets or exceeds the specialist income threshold, which is significantly higher than standard thresholds to reflect the stream focus on highpaid, highly skilled workers. If your current job offer is below this figure, it may not qualify under this stream, and you or your employer would need to negotiate a higher salary or assess eligibility under another pathway
Yes — you can transition to this stream from a student visa as long as you secure a qualifying job offer from an approved sponsor that meets the specialist income threshold and other criteria, and you hold a valid substantive visa (or bridging visa) at the time you apply.
Yes — the Specialist Skills Stream is designed to prioritise applications for highly skilled roles. While processing times can vary, this stream generally aims for faster decisions to help employers fill critical high skill positions quickly. However, actual times may vary depending on the workload and completeness of your application.
If your employment ends, you usually have a limited period (commonly up to 180 days) to find a new sponsor and role that still meets the Specialist Skills criteria without breaching visa conditions. Planning job continuity and networking with potential sponsors early helps maintain compliance and reduce risk.
Studying in Australia can strengthen your profile by enhancing your qualifications, deepening industry knowledge, and expanding your network with potential employers. These factors can increase your competitiveness for high earning, skilled roles that meet specialist stream criteria and strengthen your nomination.
You can start PR planning once you’ve commenced employment under the Specialist Skills Stream — often after gaining the required qualifying period of work with the same sponsor. Early planning with professional advice helps ensure you meet documentation, experience, and timing requirements for employer nomination pathways such as the Employer Nomination Scheme.
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