Chemical Engineer — 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 Chemical Engineer for migration purposes is handled by: EA.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Chemical Engineer × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Chemical Engineers (ANZSCO 233111) may qualify for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, allowing employer-sponsored skilled engineers to work in Australia. This occupation typically appears on the Core Skills Occupation List and may also qualify under the Specialist Skills stream for high-income earners. Sponsoring employers must hold approved sponsorship status and satisfy labour market testing before nominating the position. Skills assessment from Engineers Australia is generally required. The Core Skills stream typically grants a visa of up to four years. Holders with at least two years of employment with the same sponsor may apply for permanent residence through the Subclass 186 Temporary Residence Transition stream. Government fees for the Subclass 482 are approximately AUD 3,035 for the primary applicant. Employer nomination fees are approximately AUD 330 payable separately. Processing times vary by departmental volume. Chemical Engineers are employed across oil and gas, petrochemicals, minerals processing, food manufacturing, waste management, and water treatment industries. Experience in process simulation, hazardous materials management, or process safety management may enhance sponsorship prospects. 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 Chemical Engineer
- 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 Chemical Engineer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.