Fleet 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 Fleet 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.
Fleet Manager × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Fleet Manager (ANZSCO 149411) is eligible for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, supporting employer-sponsored temporary migration for skilled fleet management professionals in Australia's transport and logistics sector. The Subclass 482 is not points-tested. Applicants must be nominated by an approved employer sponsor for a genuine fleet management role, with the employer demonstrating business need and completing required labour market testing prior to submitting the nomination. A skills assessment from the relevant transport industry authority is required, verifying the applicant's qualifications and experience in fleet management, including vehicle lifecycle management, regulatory compliance, driver management, telematics systems, and fleet cost control. Applicants must demonstrate relevant work experience, meet English language requirements, and satisfy health and character assessments. The Subclass 482 visa is typically granted for up to four years, with eligible holders potentially transitioning to Subclass 186 permanent residency after the requisite work period. Government fees start at approximately AUD 3,035. 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