Sponsorship
Establish the employer’s approval or agreement to sponsor workers.
The business foundationSKILLS IN DEMAND VISA · SUBCLASS 482
Skilled people.
Australian
opportunities.
Clear legal guidance for employers sponsoring skilled talent and applicants planning their next move in Australia.
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01Advice tailored to
your circumstances
your circumstances
02Clear document
guidance
guidance
03Employer and applicant
support
support
UNDERSTAND YOUR OPTIONS
One visa.
Three possible streams.
The right stream depends on the role, remuneration and the employer’s arrangements. Start with the differences.
01
Compare the streamsCore Skills
For eligible occupations on the Core Skills Occupation List, with applicable salary and visa requirements.
02Specialist Skills
For eligible higher-paid roles that meet the occupation rules and Specialist Skills income threshold.
03Labour Agreement
For roles covered by an employer’s labour agreement, on the terms of that agreement.
HOW IT FITS TOGETHER
Three connected stages.
One considered plan.
A business may already have suitable sponsorship approval. The steps required depend on its circumstances and the proposed role.
Nomination
Connect the genuine position, occupation, salary and required recruitment evidence.
The proposed roleVisa application
Present the applicant’s eligibility and supporting evidence, including eligible family members.
The applicant’s position
PEOPLE. BUSINESS. POSSIBILITY.
Skilled talent.
Stronger teams.
A new role is part of a bigger picture. We help employers and applicants understand the legal steps that connect a business, a position and a person.
Explore employer sponsorshipWHY EMIGRATE LAWYERS
A clearer view.
A considered next move.
Good preparation brings the business, the role and the person into focus.
Our approach- Assess the proposed pathway
Understand the starting point and the issues that need attention.
- Find and address evidence gaps
Know which documents matter and what they need to establish.
- Coordinate the moving parts
Align employer and applicant preparation where appropriate.
- Plan for complications
Consider visa history, deadlines and the next steps.
FIND YOUR STARTING POINT
What brings you here?
01
I have an employer willing to sponsor me
Understand your eligibility and prepare for the application.
02My business wants to sponsor a worker
Build the sponsorship and nomination plan.
03I want to change employers
Consider your visa conditions and transition.
04I want to include my family
Plan for your partner and children.
05My employment has ended
Understand the immediate questions to address.
06I want to understand permanent residence
Consider your longer-term options. No automatic pathway.
MAKE ROOM FOR GOOD PLANNING
Understand the investment.
Plan the timing.
Separate government charges, legal fees and preparation time before making commitments.
Explore visa & sponsorship costsUnderstand processing timesEMIGRATE LAWYERS
Real people.
Personal commitment.
Meet the team behind your next step. Led by Madhab Kharel, Emigrate Lawyers supports applicants and employers through the Skills in Demand visa journey.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND YOUR NEXT STEP
Your plans deserve
personal attention.
A career move. A family’s future. A business ready to grow. Clear advice starts with understanding what matters to you.
Led by Madhab Kharel, Emigrate Lawyers assists employers and applicants with the legal steps in a Skills in Demand visa journey.
Madhab KharelPrincipal Lawyer · Emigrate Lawyers
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QUESTIONS ON YOUR MIND
A little more clarity.
Do I need an employer willing to sponsor me?
The 482 is an employer-sponsored pathway. An eligible employer and suitable nominated role are central to the application. Our legal service does not include finding you employment or guaranteeing a sponsor.
Can my partner and children join me?
Eligible family members may be included or may apply as subsequent entrants. Family eligibility, sponsor consent where applicable, relationship evidence, health and character need to be considered. See our family members guide before deciding how to apply.
Does having sponsorship approval mean a worker can start?
Sponsorship approval is only one part of the process. The position, nomination and the worker’s visa and work conditions must also be considered. Check their actual work rights before agreeing to a start date.
How much will the process cost?
The total depends on the applications required, family composition, third-party expenses and the legal work involved. Our costs guide separates employer and applicant costs; we provide a scoped legal fee proposal before engagement.
START WITH A CONVERSATION
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your next step.
Tell us a little about your plans. Our team will contact you about how we may assist.
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THE 482 KNOWLEDGE HUB
Answers for every
stage of your journey.
Explore 30 practical articles, or follow a reading path from your first sponsorship question to your next chapter.
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482 visa: what to check before asking your employer to sponsor you
Prepare for a 482 sponsorship conversation: check your role, visa, evidence and employer readiness before asking your manager.
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Core or Specialist Skills 482 visa: how to assess your proposed role
Compare Core and Specialist Skills 482 streams using duties, occupation and salary evidence, with practical questions for your employer.
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482 visa occupation codes: matching your duties to the CSOL
Learn how to assess a CSOL occupation for a 482 visa, avoid title mismatches and prepare a consistent duty statement.
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