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Australian Employer (457/482 to PR) Visas -
Hong Kong Group

Hong Kong residents' immigration to Australia - A Low-threshold option

  • Employer Nomination Scheme (457 / 482 visas)

  • Direct transition to Permanent Residence (Subclass 191 or 189 visa) after 3-4 years


457 Visa vs 482 Visa

  • 457 visa was a temporary work visa valid for 2 or 4 years, which was discontinued on April 18, 2017 and replaced by the 482 visa. Those who currently hold a valid 457 visa will be automatically extended until July 8, 2025 according to new policies

  • Both are employer-sponsored visas, where the employer nominates an occupation, allowing the applicant to work in Australia


Australian 482 Visa (TSS)

  • Also known as the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa, this replaces the previous 457 visa. The 482 employer-sponsored visa requires sponsorship from an eligible Australian employer for overseas skilled workers, with higher requirements than the 457 visa. It was formally implemented on March 18, 2018


Key Advantages of the 482 Visa

  • No points-based system required

  • Allows for dual citizenship

  • Includes spouse/de facto partner

  • Includes unmarried children under 23 years old without a partner

  • No requirements for source of funds or funding pathway

  • No age limit

  • No occupation assessment required

  • No minimum IELTS requirement prior to migration

  • Can apply for Canadian citizenship after 3 years of permanent residency

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