FOR A TSS VISA (482) / NOMINATION TRANSFER FOR EXISTING 457 VISA HOLDERS FAQ’S
What happened to the 457 Visa?
This has been superseded by the new Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482).
What is a 482 Visa?
The 482 Visa is now the most commonly used visa for employers to sponsor overseas individuals to work in Australia on a temporary basis. The employer must be an approved Standard Business Sponsorship or hold a Labour Agreement by the Department of Home Affairs. Geoffrey Nathan Consulting Inc are an approved sponsor.
I am currently on a 457 visa but would like to change employers, can I still do this?
Yes, Geoffrey Nathan can take over the nomination and employment of existing 457 visa holders.
How long is a 482 Visa valid for?
This depends on what list the occupation falls under, if on the short-term skilled occupation list (STSOL) – the visa validity is a maximum of 2 years (option for one further on-shore renewal, for a further two years)
If on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), the visa can have a maximum validity of 4 years’.
*Both visa options will be granted dependent of contract length.
I have a job offer but the company is unable to sponsor me, can you help?
Yes, Geoffrey Nathan Consulting Inc is able to sponsor eligible individuals under our Labour Agreement and on-hire your services to the end user company.
Who would be my employer?
Geoffrey Nathan Consulting Inc will be your employer.
Can you assess my eligibility before I have received a job offer?
Yes, our Migration team can assess your eligibility prior to you receiving a job offer and can also make contact with companies that you are interviewing with to explain the application process.
What requirements do I need to be eligible for a 482 Visa through Geoffrey Nathan Consulting Inc?
- You must have a full time/permanent job offer or a contract in excess of 6 months
- Your occupation must be listed on our Labour Agreement and be on the current sponsored occupation listing
- You must have over 5 years’ experience or a relevant degree with 2 years’ experience
- Your salary needs to be a minimum of $ 80,000 inclusive of Superannuation, but also meet the Market Salary levels for your occupation
- Must meet any caveats listed for your occupation you fall within
- Must meet the Labour Market Testing in place at time of lodgement
How long does it take to secure a 482 Visa?
This is subject to the Department of Home Affairs processing times
Can I change the company I work for while on a 457 Visa and 482 Visa?
Yes, when being sponsored by Geoffrey Nathan Consulting Inc, one of the benefits of using our services and to hold the sponsorship of your visa is having the flexibility to change end user company you work for whilst still sponsored by Geoffrey Nathan Consulting Inc.
How can I contact Geoffrey Nathan Consulting Inc?
You can contact our Migration Team on migration@geoffreynathan.com or 02 8022 8000. To make an online enquiry click here.