482 Visa Australia: Skilled Migration Made Simple with Southern Stone
Are you looking to live and work in Australia as a skilled professional? Or are you an employer needing qualified overseas talent to fill labour shortages? The 482 Visa—the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa—offers a streamlined, government-backed solution to bridge Australia’s skills gap. Southern Stone specialises in supporting skilled workers and Australian businesses through the complex 482 visa process, from eligibility to application and beyond.
As a registered Australian migration agency based in Melbourne, our experienced team has helped thousands of clients from over 100 countries. We don’t just fill out forms—we guide, advise, and advocate, ensuring your visa application is compliant and strategically positioned for success. Whether you’re an engineer, health professional, tradesperson, or hospitality expert, we’re here to help you confidently take the next step towards working in Australia.
Why Choose the 482 Visa? A Pathway to Work and Stay in Australia
The 482 Visa Australia is one of the most popular temporary work visas available. It gives skilled professionals the chance to work for an approved sponsor for up to four years and provides a potential pathway to permanent residency, making it ideal for those planning a longer-term future in Australia.
For employers, this visa solves the critical challenge of talent shortages by allowing sponsorship of international candidates when local workers aren’t available. For employees, it’s an opportunity to gain valuable Australian work experience and settle permanently.
The visa offers three streams:
- Short-Term Stream – Up to 2 years for occupations on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)
- Medium-Term Stream – Up to 4 years for occupations on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
- Labour Agreement Stream – For businesses with a labour agreement in place
Southern Stone handles everything: sponsorship approval, nomination preparation, visa lodgement, and post-visa compliance support. We remove the confusion and ensure that every document is correct, and every step is clear.
End-to-End 482 Visa Support Tailored to Your Goals
At Southern Stone, we take a hands-on, personalised approach to every 482 visa case. Whether you’re a business navigating sponsorship obligations or a skilled worker assessing eligibility, we aim to provide accurate, up-to-date guidance that results in successful outcomes—fast.
Here’s how we support you:
- Free initial consultation to assess your eligibility or sponsorship status
- Thorough evaluation of your occupation, experience, and skills
- Support with Labour Market Testing (LMT) requirements
- Preparation of sponsorship, nomination, and visa applications
- Liaison with the Department of Home Affairs on your behalf
- Post-lodgement updates and compliance guidance
With over 25 years of combined industry experience and thousands of successful cases, our Melbourne-based migration agents bring clarity to an often complex process. Our reputation is built on transparency, timeliness, and tailored migration strategies prioritising your goals.
