Regulatory Affairs Manager — 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 Regulatory Affairs Manager 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.
Regulatory Affairs Manager × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Regulatory Affairs Manager (ANZSCO 139917) is eligible for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, supporting employer-sponsored temporary skilled migration for professionals with regulatory compliance expertise. This occupation is recognised on the skilled occupation lists supporting Subclass 482. The Subclass 482 pathway is not points-tested. An approved employer sponsor must nominate the applicant for a specific position, demonstrating genuine business need and compliance with sponsorship obligations. Labour market testing is required prior to nomination. Applicants must obtain a skills assessment from the appropriate authority for their industry, such as a pharmaceutical, medical device, or food safety regulatory body. The assessment verifies the applicant's qualifications and experience in regulatory submissions, compliance management, and liaison with regulatory authorities such as the TGA or FSANZ. Applicants must demonstrate relevant work experience in regulatory affairs roles, meet English language proficiency requirements, and satisfy health and character requirements. The Subclass 482 visa is typically granted for up to four years depending on the stream and occupation, after which holders may be eligible to apply for permanent residency through Subclass 186. Government fees start at approximately AUD 3,035 for the primary applicant. 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