🇦🇺 Australia · Employer-sponsored work
Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) - Labour agreement stream — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum annual salary | AUD 3,210 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 1+ years |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Medical exam | Required |
| Age range | 18–50 |
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/labour-agreement-stream.
Frequently asked
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.
“Be nominated to work in a specified occupation under the terms of a Labour Agreement. ... terms in the labour agreement”
“This visa is for skilled workers nominated by employers who have a Labour Agreement. ... Be nominated to work in a specified occupation under the terms of a Labour Agreement. ... Work only for your sponsor.”
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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.