Employer-Sponsored Visas
(Subclass 482 & 186)
Secure Your Future in Australia with Employer-Sponsored Visas (Subclass 482 & 186)Are you a skilled professional looking for a pathway to permanent residency, or an Australian business aiming to bridge the talent gap? At HRL Legal Canterbury, Sydney, we specialise in navigating the complexities of the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) and the Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482) visa programs.
Subclass 482: Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa
The 482 visa allows Australian employers to address immediate labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers.
The 482 visa allows Australian employers to address immediate labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers.
- Streams: Includes Short-term, Medium-term, and Labour Agreement streams.
- Work Rights: Stay for 2 to 4 years while working for your sponsoring employer.
- Flexible Transition: Most 482 visa holders can now transition to permanent residency (186 TRT) after just 2 years of full-time work.
Subclass 186: Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa
The 186 visa is the ultimate goal for many: Australian Permanent Residency.
The 186 visa is the ultimate goal for many: Australian Permanent Residency.
- Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) Stream: For 482 holders who have worked for their sponsor for at least 2 years. No skills assessment is usually required for this transition.
- Direct Entry (DE) Stream: For highly skilled workers with at least 3 years of experience and a positive skills assessment.
Why Choose HRL Legal?
Our experienced migration team provides end-to-end assistance, from managing Labour Market Testing (LMT) for employers to lodging complex visa applications for employees.
Our experienced migration team provides end-to-end assistance, from managing Labour Market Testing (LMT) for employers to lodging complex visa applications for employees.
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