🇦🇺 Australia · Employer-sponsored work
Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) - Specialist Skills stream — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €7,196 |
| Minimum annual salary | €86,358 (≈ AUD 141,210 · FX 2026-06-22) |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Language level | B1 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Medical exam | Required |
| Age range | 18–45 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €1,990 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 48 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482/specialist-skills-stream.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €7,196.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“AUD141,210 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026.”
“This visa enables employers to address labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers where employers can't source an appropriately skilled Australian worker. ... be nominated to work in an [ANZSCO] occupation ... work only for your sponsor or associated entity, unless you are exempt.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.