How to Secure Employer Sponsorship for the Australia Subclass 482 Visa

With Australian subclass 482 becoming a popular visa option for Australian employers andoverseas workers let us review the requirements employers must meet to become eligibleAustralian employer sponsors to hire workers under subclass 482 This blog will only focuson employerspecific requirements laid down by the Department of Home Affairs It is alsocalled a Temporary skills shortage (TSS) visa.

First they can sponsor employees only in the occupation listed in one of the three streamsshortterm mediumterm or LongTermThe first step is for the employer to become an approved employer sponsorif not alreadyone They must provide their Australian business number and prove that they are operating anactive lawful business in Australia by submitting the companys financials.

They apply for standard business sponsorship (SBS)

After getting the SBS they must undergo labour marketing testing (LMT) They must advertise job vacancies within Australia and check whether Australian citizens permanent residents or authorised temporary workers are available and willing to fill them The advertisement will mention the role and offered salary The nomination application for the overseas employer must carry related evidence of the LMT process having been conducted by the approved employer The employer also deposits the Skilled Australian Funds Thesefunds are used to train Australian citizens and residents for unskilled occupationsSo one can see that sponsoring an overseas employee is a costly process for Australian employers.

Once an approved employer status is achieved the LMT process is completed and other requirements are met the employers can nominate the overseas employee for the job vacancy With state nomination received the employee files for the 482 subclass application at the local consulate with all the supporting documents and required information Where neededskilled assessment must be undertaken Otherwise it is not required The English languageproficiency report must be submitted with the necessary score under the subclass This isusually less than the minimum score needed for PR visa applications Be sure to submit the application with PCC and health insurance for the entire duration of the visa They must also submit the employment agreement that lays down the terms and conditions.

Lastly the Department of Home Affairs outlines clear rules and regulations that the employer and employee must meet The overseas workers have the same safeguards as local Australians to ensure they are not exploited If the employee wants to change the job the employer must not obstruct it if they do there could be penalties Subclass 482 is a win win solution for Australian employers and overseas workers Speak with the Australia visa experts at Abhinav Immigration Services to get more information on the subclass 482 visa The number to connect is 8595338595 or email toweb@abhinavcom