Australia offers several pathways to obtain permanent residency, including a skilled work visa, family visa, and investment visa. In this post, we will provide an overview of the Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (TSS) Subclass 482 and the eligibility requirements and benefits of obtaining a permanent residency in Australia.
Additionally, we will also share important points to remember when applying to transition from a TSS 482 Visa to a Permanent Residency and the benefits of engaging with migration agents for a smooth and successful transition.
Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Subclass 482 Visa
When an Australian employer is unable to source an appropriate local worker for a particular skilled job post, the government has allowed employers to address the labour shortage by hiring overseas skilled workers and granting them a Temporary Skill Shortage Visa.
With this visa, one can:
- Work in Australia within a certain duration
- Travel to and from Australia as long as the visa is valid
- If eligible, apply for permanent residence
The Short-term stream of the Temporary Skills Shortage (Subclass 482) visa allows for a duration of stay of up to 2 years, with the possibility of extension for an additional 2 years. In contrast, Medium-term stream visa holders can reside in Australia for up to 4 years. Moreover, Medium-term 482 visa holders are eligible to apply for the Permanent Visa via the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Temporary Residence Transition Stream (TRT).
Permanent Residency in Australia
As a permanent resident in Australia, you are entitled to certain benefits, including an indefinite stay in Australia, enrollment in the national healthcare system, and eligibility for bank loans to purchase property, among other things. However, unlike Australian citizens, permanent residents cannot obtain an Australian passport, work for the Australian government, access student loans, or return to Australia without an active travel validity.
In March 2022, the Minister announced an expansion of the permanent residency stream, making it available for some Temporary Skills Shortage (Subclass 482) visa holders in the Short Term Stream to apply for the permanent visa if they are eligible under these temporary concessions that have been released.
Conditions include:
- Applicants must be residing in Australia for at least 12 months between February 1st 2020 and December 14th 2021
- Must be employed under an Australian business during the application period
- Must meet the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) in the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream requirements
Transitioning from TSS 482 Visa to Permanent Resident (PR)
One of the key requirements of applying for Permanent Resident status in Australia is meeting the health requirement. This helps protect the community from public health risks as well as ensure that health and community services are accessible to the residents and citizens of Australia. To know more about the Australian visa health requirements, visit this link.
Additional eligibility criteria to consider when applying for a PR with a 482 visa are:
- Must have the same employer for three (3) years on the TSS 482 visa
- Must meet minimum English proficiency standards
- Must be under 45 years of age during the application for Permanent Residency
Applicants transitioning into Permanent Visa status can also include their dependent children, step-children, and partners in the application, following certain conditions.
Working with a migration agent
To help you transition from a Temporary Skills Shortage (Subclass 482) visa to permanent residency, it may be beneficial to work with a migration agent.
At Migration Ways, all of our agents are MARA-registered and possess extensive experience in helping clients successfully achieve permanent residency. Our team can assist you in preparing the necessary paperwork and visa application, provide legal advice to help you make informed decisions, and represent you in matters related to your permanent residency application.
Ready to apply to be a permanent resident in Australia? Feel free to send us an email at info@migrationways.com.au or give us a call at +61 3 7046 3958.
