Overview of the Subclass 482 TSS visa

This article provides an overview of the new Temporary Skill Shortage Subclass 482 visa ('482 TSS'). Additional articles will follow with details of the changes to the permanent Employer Nomination Scheme Subclass 186 and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Subclass 187.

Despite the significant media around the introduction of the 482 TSS visa, the final product is relatively similar to the previous 457 visa. Some central features have changed, such as the move to 2 occupation lists, and the removal of a pathway to permanent residency for a large number of applicants employed in occupations on the Short Term Skilled Occupation List ('STSOL'). However, the system fundamentally remains a temporary work visa system requiring skilled applicants with good health and character to fill skilled positions which cannot be filled by Australians.