Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187) visa
Overview
The Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482), also known as the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa, allows Australian employers to sponsor skilled workers when suitable local candidates are not available. It helps businesses address skill shortages while giving professionals the opportunity to live and work in Australia.
This visa offers valuable work experience, career growth, and a potential pathway toward long-term opportunities in Australia.
What is the Subclass 187 Visa?
The Subclass 187 Visa is a permanent residency visa designed for skilled workers who are nominated by employers in regional Australia. It helps businesses in regional areas access the talent they need while giving applicants the opportunity to live and work in Australia long-term.
This visa is ideal for skilled professionals who want to build a stable future in regional Australia through employer sponsorship.
- This visa is for skilled workers who:
- Have the required skills, qualifications, and relevant work experience
- Are sponsored by an approved employer in regional Australia
- Meet the eligibility criteria for permanent residency
Streams of Subclass 187 Visa
1. Direct Entry Stream
- Ideal for applicants who:
- Are skilled workers from outside Australia.
- Have a positive skills assessment for their nominated occupation.
- Meet English language requirements.
2. Temporary Residence Transition Stream
- Suitable for workers who:
- Are in Australia on a Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482) Visa.
- Have worked for their sponsoring employer in regional Australia for 3+ years.
- Are ready to transition to permanent residency.
- Permanent residency in Australia.
- Live, work, and study in regional Australia indefinitely.
- Access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system.
- Sponsor eligible family members to join you.
- Pathway to Australian citizenship.
- Travel in and out of Australia freely for 5 years.
- Applicants must:
- Be nominated by an eligible regional employer.
- Be under 45 years of age (some exemptions apply).
- Meet skills and qualification requirements.
- Pass health and character checks.
- Meet English language requirements.
- Employer Nomination: Employer lodges a nomination application with the Department of Home Affairs.
- Employer Nomination: Employer lodges a nomination application with the Department of Home Affairs.
- Documentation: Submit proof of skills, qualifications, English proficiency, and medical/police clearance.
- Processing and Approval: The Department of Home Affairs reviews the application and notifies the outcome.
| Stream | Processing Time |
|---|---|
| Direct Entry Stream | 6–9 months |
| Temporary Residence Transition Stream | 4–7 months |