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Managing Director/Founder - Highseas Migration

The 482 and 186 visas are both Australian visas that serve different purposes and have different requirements: Subclass 482 Visa (Temporary Skill Shortage Visa) Purpose: This visa allows skilled workers to come to Australia and work temporarily under one of three streams: Short-Term, Medium-Term, or Labour Agreement. Key Requirements: Sponsorship: You must be sponsored by an approved Australian employer. Occupation: Your occupation must be on the relevant skilled occupation list (STSOL or MLTSSL). Skills Assessment: You need to have a suitable skills assessment for your nominated occupation. English Language Proficiency: Meet the minimum English language requirements unless exempt. Work Experience: Relevant work experience in your nominated occupation, depending on the stream. Subclass 186 Visa (Employer Nomination Scheme) Purpose: This visa allows skilled workers to live and work in Australia permanently. It has two streams: Direct Entry stream, Temporary Residence Transition stream, and Labour Agreement stream. Key Requirements: Employer Nomination: You must be nominated by an approved Australian employer for a position in their business. Skills Assessment: Depending on the stream (especially for the Direct Entry stream), you may need a skills assessment. Work Experience: Depending on the stream, you need to have worked for at least three years in your occupation. English Language Proficiency: Meet the minimum English language requirements unless exempt. Key Differences: Temporary vs. Permanent: Subclass 482 is a temporary visa, while Subclass 186 is a permanent visa. Employer Sponsorship: Both visas require employer sponsorship, but the nature and duration of employment vary. Skills Assessment: Subclass 186 (especially under the Direct Entry stream) often requires a formal skills assessment, while Subclass 482 requires a skills assessment only for some occupations. English Language Requirement: Both visas have English language requirements, but they may differ slightly in terms of score thresholds and exemptions. When considering which visa to apply for, it's crucial to evaluate your long-term goals (temporary vs. permanent residency), occupation eligibility, and specific employer sponsorship requirements. Each visa has its own application process and criteria, so thorough research or consultation with a migration agent is recommended to ensure you meet all the necessary requirements.

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