Subclass 482 Visa — Skills in Demand Visa Sponsorship, Handled by O'Haire Legal

Expert guidance for employers and skilled workers navigating Australia's employer-sponsored visa pathway

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Who This Is For

  • Employers wanting to sponsor overseas skilled workers to fill genuine skill shortages

  • Skilled workers with a job offer from an approved Australian sponsor

  • Applicants across the three visa streams

The Three Streams Explained

  • Up to 4 years

    Occupations on the Core Skills Occupation List

  • Up to 4 years

    Highly skilled specialists earning above a high income threshold

  • Per agreement terms

    Employers with a labour agreement with the Australian Government

Eligibility Requirements

For sponsors (employers):

  • Approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) status

  • Genuine vacancy and position

  • Labour Market Testing (where required)

  • Salary meets Core/Specialist Skills Income Threshold (CSIT/SSIT)

For applicants:

  • Nominated occupation on the relevant skills list

  • Relevant skills, qualifications, and work experience

  • English language requirements

  • Health and character checks

The O'Haire Legal Process

  1. Free initial consultation (employer or applicant)

  2. Sponsorship eligibility check (if employer not yet an approved sponsor)

  3. Nomination application preparation

  4. Visa application preparation for the nominated worker

  5. Lodgement via ImmiAccount

  6. Department liaison / requests for information

  7. Visa grant & compliance support (ongoing sponsor obligations)