The 457 visa (which has recently changed its name to the 482 visa) is an initiative used by Australian and overseas employers to sponsor skilled overseas employees to work in Australia on a temporary basis, usually of four years’ duration.
Contents
- 1 How does a 457 visa work?
- 2 Is a 457 visa a permanent visa?
- 3 How long is a 457 visa valid for in Australia?
- 4 What is 457 visa called now?
- 5 What is the minimum salary for 457 visa?
- 6 Are 457 visa holders entitled to Medicare?
- 7 How do I convert from 457 to permanent residency?
- 8 When can 457 visa holder apply for PR?
- 9 How do you get PR through sponsorship?
- 10 What is the difference between 457 and 482 visa?
- 11 Can a 457 visa open an ABN?
- 12 Can 457 visa holder buy property in Australia?
- 13 Does 457 visa still exist?
- 14 Can I apply for PR after 457 visa?
- 15 What is the minimum salary for sponsorship?
How does a 457 visa work?
The Temporary Work (Skilled) visa, or ‘subclass 457 visa’, allows skilled persons to come to Australia to work for an approved employer, accompanied by their immediate families, for a period of between one day and four years.
Is a 457 visa a permanent visa?
If you have been working on a 457 visa for the same employer (same ABN) for 2 years you could be eligible for a permanent ENS/RSMS visa.
How long is a 457 visa valid for in Australia?
The 457 visa is valid for up to 4 years, and extensions are possible. The 457 visa is subject to a condition 8107 work restriction and can only work for the sponsoring employer, unless a different employer lodges a new nomination for the employee.
What is 457 visa called now?
From March 2018, the Australian Government introduced a new work visa in replacement of the 457 visa – the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa.
What is the minimum salary for 457 visa?
The Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) is a minimum salary requirement that employers must pay 457 visa workers in order to comply with their sponsorship obligations, and it’s set at a minimum of $53 900 right across Australia.
Are 457 visa holders entitled to Medicare?
Medicare is available to some 457 visa holders, offering limited health cover.
How do I convert from 457 to permanent residency?
There are 6 Options to convert 457 to PR in 2019
- Through Employer Nomination Scheme temporary residence transition stream (ENS or RSMS visa) (457 to 186 visa or 457 to 187 visa)
- Through Employer Nomination Scheme direct entry stream (ENS or RSMS visa)
When can 457 visa holder apply for PR?
The age limit for applying for permanent residency through the transition stream remains at 50 years. You are only required to work for the same nominating employer for two years before applying for PR.
How do you get PR through sponsorship?
How to sponsor a worker
- You need to show that you can’t find a person in Australia to fill your vacancy.
- The occupation you want must be on the list of eligible skilled occupations.
- Find a visa that suits the employee and your needs.
- Check that you and your business are eligible to sponsor.
- Apply to become a sponsor.
What is the difference between 457 and 482 visa?
In the past, holders of the 457 visa could reapply for their visa and have it renewed for another 4 years. However the 482 visa is only allowed to be used twice onshore. You can apply for a third visa outside of Australia, but an employer needs to be able to prove a genuine need for you to keep working in Australia.
Can a 457 visa open an ABN?
On a 457 visa, you are technically eligible to create an Australian business, register for an Australian Business Number (ABN) and register a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission.
Can 457 visa holder buy property in Australia?
457 visa holders can purchase a property in Australia either for use as a home or investment!
Does 457 visa still exist?
The 457 visa will be completely abolished and replaced with the new Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS). The TSS will be comprise of a short and medium-term stream and the criteria surrounding which stream are detailed below.
Can I apply for PR after 457 visa?
457 visa holders can still apply for PR via the subclass 186 or subclass 187 visas. On 18 March 2018, the Australian Government abolished the Temporary Work (Skilled) visa (subclass 457) visa and introduced substantial changes to the process by which applicants transition from 457 to PR (Permanent Residence).
What is the minimum salary for sponsorship?
The most common minimum annual income required to sponsor a spouse or family member for a green card is $21,775. This assumes that the sponsor — the U.S. citizen or current green card holder — is not in active military duty and is sponsoring only one relative.
