Faculty Head — 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 Faculty Head for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Faculty Head × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Faculty Heads (ANZSCO 134411) are eligible for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, enabling approved higher education institutions to sponsor experienced academic leaders on a temporary basis. The Subclass 482 is not points-tested. Employers must hold approved sponsor status and complete labour market testing before nominating. Skills assessment requirements for Faculty Heads should be confirmed with the Department of Home Affairs, as assessment authorities may vary. The occupation typically falls under the Medium-Term stream, with visa grants of up to four years. Applicants must demonstrate relevant professional experience in academic faculty leadership, meet English language requirements, and satisfy health and character checks. The employer's nominated salary must meet the applicable income threshold. After two years of qualifying employment, holders may be eligible for permanent residency via the Subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition stream. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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