{"id":22783,"date":"2025-08-12T04:48:15","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T19:18:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gdmigration.com\/?p=22783"},"modified":"2025-08-12T04:48:15","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T19:18:15","slug":"visto-482-temporary-skill-shortage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gdmigration.com\/en\/visto-482-temporary-skill-shortage\/","title":{"rendered":"482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa: minimum salary, required experience, English and benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are looking for a job opportunity in Australia with the support of an employer, the 482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa\u00a0<\/strong>could be your path. It is part of the new temporary work visa model of the Australian government<\/a> and replaces part of the old TSS visa. The aim is to attract qualified professionals to fill labor shortages in strategic areas.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this post, we'll explain the most important points about the visa 482<\/strong> and everything that goes into planning to migrate to Australia: minimum salary required, increase in July 2025, Labor Market Testing (LMT), professional experience and qualifications, level of English required and, of course, the benefits of obtaining this visa. See below.<\/p>\n

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With the 482 visa, qualified professionals gain a new route to live and work in Australia.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Minimum wage required<\/h2>\n

One of the most important criteria for the 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa is the salary that will be paid to the professional. This amount must meet the minimum set by the Australian government.<\/p>\n

Currently, since July 2025, the minimum wage required<\/a><\/strong> is AUD 76,515<\/strong>.
\nImportant: this is the minimum amount. Depending on your occupation, you may need an even higher salary.<\/p>\n

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Pay attention to the numbers! The new salary floor for the 482 visa is already in force.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Labor Market Testing (LMT): what it is and why it matters<\/h2>\n

Another essential requirement for most appointments on the 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa is the so-called Labor Market Testing (LMT)<\/a>. This means that the Australian employer needs to prove that they tried to hire a local professional, but couldn't find anyone qualified for the job, so they turned to a foreign worker.<\/p>\n

In practice, this requires the employer to advertise the vacancy on at least two recruitment channels for at least 4 weeks. All this documentation is part of the nomination process and needs to be submitted to the Immigration Department.<\/p>\n

There are some exceptions to the LMT, depending on the occupation and the type of work agreement (e.g. specific Labour Agreements), but overall it remains a mandatory and strategic step in the process.<\/p>\n

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Labour Market Testing is essential for the 482 visa: it shows that there is a shortage of local professionals.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Work experience and qualifications (including RPL)<\/h2>\n

To qualify for the 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa, the applicant needs to prove at least 1 year of relevant experience in the named occupation or in a related field. This experience must have been gained in the last 5 years, on a full-time basis or equivalent hours if the work was part-time.<\/p>\n

In addition, depending on your occupation, you may need to undergo a skills assessment, which is an official evaluation of your qualifications and professional experience. This can be done by different assessment bodies, such as VETASSESS or Trades Recognition Australia (TRA).<\/p>\n

A valid alternative in many cases is the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This process allows you to validate your practical experience as evidence of qualification, even if you don't have a formal degree.<\/p>\n

The good news is that Good Day<\/strong> can guide you through the whole process, including showing you the most viable route between validation by diploma or via RPL.<\/p>\n

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The 482 visa requires proof of experience and qualifications, and there is more than one way to do this!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Level of English required<\/h2>\n

The 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa requires the applicant to prove minimum proficiency in the English language, unless they qualify for an exemption, such as having studied in an English-speaking country for a sufficient period of time or already holding a previous compatible visa that waives this requirement.<\/p>\n

In general, the requirement for 482 is to achieve at least:<\/p>\n