Other Spatial Scientist — 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 Other Spatial Scientist 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.
Other Spatial Scientist × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Other Spatial Scientist (ANZSCO 232214) is eligible for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, supporting employer-sponsored temporary migration for skilled spatial science professionals in Australia's geospatial, environmental, and resources sectors. The Subclass 482 is not points-tested. Applicants must be nominated by an approved employer sponsor who demonstrates genuine need for the role and compliance with labour market testing requirements. This occupation is on the MLTSSL, granting access to a four-year visa term. The Spatial Sciences Institute (SSI) conducts skills assessments for Other Spatial Scientists, evaluating tertiary qualifications and professional experience in photogrammetry, remote sensing, GIS, geodesy, or related spatial science disciplines. Applicants must demonstrate relevant professional experience, meet English language requirements, and satisfy health and character checks. As an MLTSSL occupation, the Subclass 482 can be granted for four years. Eligible holders may transition to Subclass 186 permanent residency after the required 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
Other visa pathways for Other Spatial Scientist
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Other Spatial Scientist
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.