Chief Executive or Managing Director — Subclass 482 Pathway
Skills in Demand visa · 1-4 years (Specialist Skills, Core Skills, or Essential Skills stream)
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 482 — Skills in Demand visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $1,455 short-term / from $3,035 medium-term (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~1-4 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Chief Executive or Managing Director for migration purposes is handled by: IML.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Chief Executive or Managing Director × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
The Chief Executive or Managing Director occupation (ANZSCO 111111) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), making it available for employer-sponsored skilled migration in specified regional areas of Australia. This visa pathway is not points-tested, meaning applicants do not require a points score to be eligible. Sponsorship by an approved employer is mandatory for this occupation under Subclass 482. Applicants must have a genuine offer of employment from an Australian employer in a designated region. A formal skills assessment is required, typically conducted by the Skilled Migration Assessment Authority (SMAA) or equivalent recognised body for executive-level positions. Key requirements include demonstrating substantial experience in senior management or executive roles, generally requiring several years in comparable positions. Applicants must meet English language proficiency standards and satisfy health and character requirements. The employer must also demonstrate they cannot find suitable Australian workers for the position. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.2026-06-26T10:18:49.818Z
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 482. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Nominated by an approved Australian sponsor
- Position pays at least the relevant Core Skills Income Threshold
- At least one year of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Positive skills assessment if required for the occupation/passport combination
- Vocational English (IELTS 5.0 in each component or equivalent)
- Health and character requirements