Employer Sponsored
Turning a job into permanent residency
The Skills in Demand (482) and ENS 186 employer-sponsored pathways — for workers and the businesses that sponsor them.
Planning a 407 Training Visa Around 12 November 2026: Decisions for Trainees and Sponsors
Who moves next, what can run in parallel, how long a nomination lasts, and what to do when plans change, for 407 trainees and sponsors after 12 November 2026.
Read the guide →The Employer Sponsored Visa Program Enquiry Form: What It Covers and How to Use It
What Home Affairs’ Employer Sponsored Visa Program Enquiry Form covers, who can use it, what to attach, and what it cannot do.
Read Article →Direction 121: How Your Subclass 482 Is Now Prioritised
Ministerial Direction 121 commenced on 19 September 2026 and replaced the Direction 119 processing priorities. The five tiers explained — priority sectors, Specialist Skills, onshore and offshore lodgement — and why a priority tier is neither eligibility nor a timeframe.
Read Article →482 vs 186 Employer Visa — Which Is Right for Your Situation?
Should you apply for the temporary Skills in Demand 482 or go straight to the permanent ENS 186? A complete guide for both employers and sponsored workers.
Read Article →People also ask about Employer Sponsored
Should I apply for the 482 or the 186 visa?
The 482 (Skills in Demand) is a temporary work visa; the 186 (ENS) is permanent. The right choice depends on your occupation, your employer's eligibility, and your work history. Many applicants move from a 482 to a 186 over time.
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