Interior Designer — 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 Interior Designer 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.
Interior Designer × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Interior Designers (ANZSCO 232511) may qualify for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, an employer-sponsored temporary work visa for skilled workers. Eligibility requires the occupation to appear on the Core Skills Occupation List or the applicant to meet the Specialist Skills income threshold. Employers must hold approved sponsorship and satisfy labour market testing before nominating the position. The Core Skills stream typically allows a stay of up to four years. Holders with two years of employment with the same sponsor may be eligible for permanent residence through the Subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition stream. Skills assessment requirements vary by stream and applicant background. Government fees are approximately AUD 3,035 for the primary applicant, with the employer nomination fee approximately AUD 330. Processing times vary based on departmental volumes. Interior Designers are sought by architecture firms, interior fit-out companies, hotel chains, aged care providers, retail chains, and property developers. Specialisations in sustainable design, commercial fit-out, or aged care environments may enhance sponsorship prospects. English language requirements apply. 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 Interior Designer
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 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 Interior Designer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.